Coca-Cola now sells single-serve drink portions in 7.5-oz mini cans, with the format intended to suit on-the-go consumption and benefit new flavour trials.
According to the company, mini cans account for more than 9% of sparkling soft drink mix in large stores, but they have traditionally been sold exclusively in multipacks.
By introducing a 7.5-oz can for its soft drinks, Coca-Cola expects to help customers tailor their packaging options to suit their needs, including grab-and-go purchases and smaller portion sizes.
The smaller serving is also described as a ‘perfect trial size’ for testing new product flavours.
Additionally, Coca-Cola aspires to energize convenience retail and drive growth across the sparkling category.
“People want more ways to enjoy Coca‑Cola on their terms – whether that’s a smaller portion, a favourite classic or something new to try,” said Joel Bishop, president, Commercial Leadership, North America Operating Unit, The Coca‑Cola Company. “Convenience stores are where many of today’s quick decisions happen, and the cold vault plays a big role in those moments.
“By introducing mini cans into that space, we’re giving you more choice and making Coca‑Cola easier to enjoy and more accessible for the next generation.”
Mini can servings are now available for Coca-Cola Original, Zero Sugar, Cherry, Sprite, and Fanta Orange drinks. It will also be introduced for limited-edition flavours like Sprite Winter Spice Cranberry – and the upcoming Coca-Cola Cherry Float, which will make its mini can debut in April 2026.
The format joins Coca-Cola’s existing 16-oz cans and 20-oz and 24-oz bottle options.
Last year, Coca-Cola revived its Share a Coke campaign, in which the company replaced its on-pack logo with a series of pre-printed names. Consumers were encouraged to buy themselves or a loved one a drink featuring their name; or they could scan an on-label QR code to personalize it themselves.
In another development, Dozz previously unveiled its ready-to-eat soup in an aluminium can. This was set to be consumed straight from the pack and recycled at end-of-life – targeting health-conscious and time-constrained consumers.
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