description Sprite Overview
Sprite is a clear, caffeine-free, lemon-lime flavored carbonated soft drink produced by The Coca-Cola Company. It was introduced in West Germany in 1959 under the name Fanta Klare Zitrone and launched in the United States as Sprite in 1961, partly to compete in the lemon-lime beverage category. The brand is sold internationally in cans, bottles, and fountain form, with formulations and sweeteners that can vary by market.
insights Ranking position
Sprite ranks #5 of 168 in the Soft Drink ranking, behind Sprecher Root Beer, ahead of Pepsi.
help Sprite FAQ
Does Sprite contain caffeine?
Standard Sprite is caffeine-free. It is a carbonated lemon-lime soft drink made by The Coca-Cola Company, although ingredients and sweeteners can vary by country.
Was Sprite originally a German drink?
Its immediate predecessor was introduced in West Germany in 1959 as Fanta Klare Zitrone, meaning clear lemon Fanta. The Coca-Cola Company launched the Sprite name in the United States in 1961.
Was Sprite created to compete with 7UP?
Yes. Coca-Cola introduced Sprite into an American lemon-lime category in which 7UP was already a major brand, giving the company a clear, caffeine-free competitor.
What is the difference between Sprite and Sprite Zero Sugar?
Regular Sprite is sweetened with sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, or another caloric sweetener depending on the market. Sprite Zero Sugar uses non-sugar sweeteners and is formulated with little or no caloric sugar, with recipes varying between countries.
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