Why is it hard to get Mexican Coke?

Coca-Cola that is hecho en México (made in Mexico) contains cane sugar rather than high-fructose corn syrup, the current whipping boy of the food world. In 1997, the Mexican government passed a levy on high-fructose corn syrup in an attempt to keep the demand—and thus the price—for Mexican sugar higher.

Why does Mexican Coca-Cola taste better than American Coca-Cola?

That primary difference comes down to sweeteners. Mexican Coke is made with cane sugar while American Coke is made with high fructose corn syrup. Plastic and metal cans that American Coke comes in can affect its taste, and Mexican Coke comes in glass bottles, which might help it to maintain a better flavor.

Is there a difference between Mexican Coke and American Coke?

The main difference in ingredients between the two products is the sweetener. Mexican Coke is made using cane sugar as the sweetener, and the version typically sold in the United States uses high fructose corn syrup as the sweetening agent.

Is Coca-Cola imported from Mexico?

The Coca-Cola Company originally imported the Mexican-produced version into the U.S. primarily to sell it to Mexican immigrants who grew up with that formula. It is now readily available at most grocery stores throughout the United States.

Is Mexican Coke the same as UK Coke?

The ingredients for UK and Mexican coke are largely the same – so there should be little difference between the flavour. According to the official Coca Cola website: ‘The basic ingredients and process used to make Coca-Cola are the same in all countries, although people perceive taste in very different ways.

What happened Mexican Coke?

In the U.S., Coke is sweetened with high-fructose syrup, which has made bottles of “Mexicoke” a sought-after beverage in some circles. Notably, Arca already uses sugar and high-fructose corn syrup to sweeten its drinks in Mexico. The ratio varies depending on the commodity prices, the company said in an email.

Why are Mexican Cokes called that?

MexiCoke, as it is also called, is imported from Mexico and is sweetened by pure cane sugar, rather than the corn syrup found in the American version. Devotees say it delivers a sugar-infused, caffeine-amplified buzz, which is a particular draw for stay-up-all-night coders, writers and musicians.

Is American Coke different?

The primary difference between Coke in other countries and Coke in the United States is the sugar that is added. Mexican Coke tends to use cane sugar, for example, while American Coke uses high fructose corn syrup instead (via Smithsonian).