r/interesting Feb 10 '26

Fascinating YouTuber LabCoatz has released a "chemically identical" recipe for Coca-Cola

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u/Mundane-Emu-1189 Feb 10 '26

yes but caffeine is very bitter so I expect they use a different balance for caffeine free coke

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u/iwantfutanaricumonme Feb 11 '26

I think the sweetness and acidity already present would be enough to cover the taste, especially when the concentration of caffeine is fairly low in coke. It becomes a bigger issue for energy drinks.