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Coca-Cola C2[edit]

Coca-Cola C2, also known as C2, was a soft drink introduced by The Coca-Cola Company in 2004. It was marketed as a mid-calorie alternative to the traditional Coca-Cola beverage, targeting consumers who desired a lower-calorie option without sacrificing the taste of the original formula.

Development and Launch[edit]

Coca-Cola C2 was developed in response to the growing demand for low-calorie and diet beverages in the early 2000s. The product was designed to offer a compromise between the full-calorie Coca-Cola Classic and the zero-calorie Diet Coke.

The beverage was launched in the United States and Japan in June 2004. It was marketed with the slogan "Half the Carbs, Half the Cals, All the Great Taste," emphasizing its reduced carbohydrate and calorie content compared to the original Coca-Cola.

Ingredients and Nutritional Information[edit]

Coca-Cola C2 contained a blend of high fructose corn syrup, aspartame, and acesulfame potassium to achieve its reduced calorie content. The drink had approximately half the calories and carbohydrates of regular Coca-Cola, making it an appealing option for those monitoring their dietary intake.

Market Performance[edit]

Despite initial interest, Coca-Cola C2 struggled to gain a significant market share. The product faced competition from other low-calorie beverages, including Pepsi Edge, which was launched around the same time. Additionally, the rise of Coca-Cola Zero, introduced in 2005, overshadowed C2's presence in the market.

Discontinuation[edit]

Coca-Cola C2 was eventually discontinued in the United States by 2007. The product's inability to capture a substantial consumer base, coupled with the success of Coca-Cola Zero, led to its phase-out. However, Coca-Cola C2 continued to be available in some international markets for a short period before being completely withdrawn.

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 == Coca-Cola C2 ==
-{{Infobox beverage
+[[File:Cocacola_c2_brand_logo.png|thumb|right|Coca-Cola C2 brand logo]]
-| name = Coca-Cola C2
-| logo =
-| type = Cola
-| manufacturer = The Coca-Cola Company
-| origin = United States
-| introduced = 2004
-| discontinued = 2007
-}}
-'''Coca-Cola C2''' was a cola beverage introduced by [[The Coca-Cola Company]] in 2004. It was marketed as a lower-calorie alternative to regular Coca-Cola, with approximately half the calories and carbohydrates. The product was discontinued in 2007 due to poor sales.
+'''Coca-Cola C2''', also known as '''C2''', was a [[soft drink]] introduced by [[The Coca-Cola Company]] in 2004. It was marketed as a mid-calorie alternative to the traditional [[Coca-Cola]] beverage, targeting consumers who desired a lower-calorie option without sacrificing the taste of the original formula.
-== History ==
+=== Development and Launch ===
+Coca-Cola C2 was developed in response to the growing demand for [[low-calorie]] and [[diet beverages]] in the early 2000s. The product was designed to offer a compromise between the full-calorie [[Coca-Cola Classic]] and the zero-calorie [[Diet Coke]].
-Coca-Cola C2 was launched in response to the growing demand for low-calorie beverages. The Coca-Cola Company aimed to provide a cola option with reduced calories and carbohydrates, while still maintaining the familiar taste of Coca-Cola. The product was marketed towards health-conscious consumers who wanted to enjoy a cola beverage without the guilt of consuming excessive calories.
+The beverage was launched in the [[United States]] and [[Japan]] in June 2004. It was marketed with the slogan "Half the Carbs, Half the Cals, All the Great Taste," emphasizing its reduced [[carbohydrate]] and [[calorie]] content compared to the original Coca-Cola.
-== Ingredients and Nutritional Information ==
+=== Ingredients and Nutritional Information ===
+Coca-Cola C2 contained a blend of [[high fructose corn syrup]], [[aspartame]], and [[acesulfame potassium]] to achieve its reduced calorie content. The drink had approximately half the calories and carbohydrates of regular Coca-Cola, making it an appealing option for those monitoring their [[dietary intake]].
-Coca-Cola C2 contained carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors, caffeine, and potassium benzoate (to protect taste). The beverage had approximately half the calories and carbohydrates of regular Coca-Cola, with 45 calories and 12 grams of carbohydrates per 8 fl oz serving.
+=== Market Performance ===
+Despite initial interest, Coca-Cola C2 struggled to gain a significant market share. The product faced competition from other low-calorie beverages, including [[Pepsi Edge]], which was launched around the same time. Additionally, the rise of [[Coca-Cola Zero]], introduced in 2005, overshadowed C2's presence in the market.
-== Reception and Discontinuation ==
+=== Discontinuation ===
+Coca-Cola C2 was eventually discontinued in the United States by 2007. The product's inability to capture a substantial consumer base, coupled with the success of Coca-Cola Zero, led to its phase-out. However, Coca-Cola C2 continued to be available in some international markets for a short period before being completely withdrawn.
-Despite initial excitement and marketing efforts, Coca-Cola C2 failed to gain significant traction in the market. The product faced challenges in positioning itself as a distinct offering from regular Coca-Cola, and consumers were not convinced of its taste and benefits compared to other low-calorie cola options. As a result, Coca-Cola C2 was discontinued in 2007, just three years after its introduction.
-== Legacy ==
-Although Coca-Cola C2 was not successful in the market, it paved the way for future low-calorie cola innovations by The Coca-Cola Company. The lessons learned from the launch and discontinuation of Coca-Cola C2 helped shape the development of other reduced-calorie and sugar-free cola options, such as Coca-Cola Zero and Coca-Cola Life.
-== See Also ==
+== Related Pages ==
 * [[Coca-Cola]]
 * [[Diet Coke]]
 * [[Coca-Cola Zero]]
+* [[The Coca-Cola Company]]
+* [[Soft drink]]
-== References ==
+[[Category:Coca-Cola brands]]
-{{Reflist}}
-[[Category:Cola]]
 [[Category:Discontinued soft drinks]]
-[[Category:The Coca-Cola Company]]
+[[Category:Products introduced in 2004]]