What is Diet Coke ingredients Sweeteners 951 950?

Diet Coke is a sugar-free, low-calorie carbonated soft drink produced and distributed by The Coca-Cola Company. It was first introduced in the United States in 1982 as an alternative to regular Coca-Cola for those who wanted a diet drink.

Diet Coke is sweetened with a combination of aspartame and acesulfame potassium, which are artificial sweeteners that are much sweeter than sugar but contain no calories. The sweeteners used in Diet Coke are known as sweeteners 951 and 950, respectively.

Aspartame (Sweetener 951)

Aspartame is a dipeptide artificial sweetener that is approximately 200 times sweeter than sucrose (table sugar). It is made from two amino acids, aspartic acid and phenylalanine. Aspartame is one of the most common artificial sweeteners used in diet sodas and other low-calorie foods and drinks.

Acesulfame Potassium (Sweetener 950)

Acesulfame potassium is a synthetic, calorie-free sweetener that is approximately 200 times sweeter than sucrose. It is made from a combination of acetoacetic acid and potassium salt. Acesulfame potassium is often used in combination with other sweeteners, such as aspartame, to create a more balanced sweetness profile.

Other Ingredients in Diet Coke

In addition to sweeteners 951 and 950, Diet Coke also contains other ingredients, including water, carbon dioxide, phosphoric acid, natural flavors, and caffeine. The caffeine content in Diet Coke varies depending on the country where it is sold, but it typically ranges from 18 to 46 milligrams per 12-ounce can.