Coca-Cola announced on Wednesday that it will introduce single-serve 7.5-ounce mini cans of its popular sodas in U.S. convenience stores starting early next year.
The initiative targets impulse buyers seeking smaller, more affordable portions amid rising soda prices and increasing health consciousness.
The mini cans, already popular in multi-packs at retailers like Walmart, Target, Costco, and Sam’s Club, will now be sold individually for the first time in convenience stores such as 7-Eleven and Circle K.
The initial lineup includes Coke Zero Sugar, Cherry Coke, Sprite, Fanta, and other select flavors, with Diet Coke available in select regions.
Priced at a suggested retail cost of $1.29 per can, the mini cans offer a budget-friendly alternative to standard 12-ounce cans, which typically retail for $1.50 to $2.
Joel Bishop, president of Coca-Cola’s North American unit, said the move aims to “get more consumers to try Coke” by reducing the commitment of a full-size drink. “These mini cans are perfect for quick, on-the-go refreshment at a price that fits today’s budgets,”
Bishop stated. Beverage industry analysts report that mini sizes have historically boosted trial rates by 20–30%, a critical advantage in a U.S. carbonated soft drink market facing an annual volume decline of approximately 2%.
The launch comes as the soda industry navigates challenges from inflation and health campaigns criticizing sugary drinks.
High-fructose corn syrup, a common sweetener in U.S. sodas, has faced particular scrutiny, with figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s Health Secretary, linking it to obesity and diabetes.
In response to consumer demand for alternatives, Coca-Cola also revealed plans to launch glass bottles of its classic soda sweetened with cane sugar—rather than high-fructose corn syrup—later.
By focusing on convenience stores, Coca-Cola aims to capture spontaneous purchases while addressing the needs of cost-conscious and health-aware consumers.
The company has not specified an exact launch date beyond “early next year” but suggested potential expansion to other retail channels if the rollout succeeds
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