Sprite’s Most Popular New Flavor Is Officially Becoming Permanent

Key Takeaways

• Sprite Chill Cherry Lime was Coca-Cola’s top-selling innovation of 2024 in North America.

• The soda offers a cherry-lime flavor and unique cooling sensation that has won over both Sprite fans and former skeptics.

• Now a permanent addition, it’s available in regular and sugar-free varieties nationwide.
  

Coca-Cola might be the world’s leading drink brand, but one thing is certain: innovation never stops. Whether it’s fresh takes on classics like Coca-Cola Orange Cream or entirely new lines like Simply Pop, the brand is always shaking up the soda aisle.

However, most of Coca-Cola’s new creations don’t stick around for long. Even so-called "permanent" flavors aren’t guaranteed to last—just ask Coca-Cola Spiced, which disappeared from shelves after only seven months. So when a limited-time flavor makes a comeback, or better—secures a spot in the line-up—it’s a big deal. And that’s exactly what’s happening with one of Sprite’s most-loved LTOs.

Sprite Chill Cherry Lime Is Here to Stay

Sprite Chill Cherry Lime made its debut in 2024 as "the coldest-est lemon-lime flavored soda in the game," arriving just in time to be the summer’s go-to drink. And that’s exactly what happened. From the moment it hit shelves, the response was overwhelmingly positive, with fans calling it a "must-try."

But people didn’t just try it—they fell in love with it. Unlike many limited-edition sodas, Sprite Chill's popularity didn’t fade. Instead, it became Coca-Cola’s top-selling innovation of the year in North America. According to Marketing Dive, the soda racked up a staggering $50 million in retail sales in just 21 weeks, making its permanent status an easy decision for the brand.

Even more impressive? It’s converting non-Sprite drinkers. "I despise Sprite," one Redditor admitted. "I tried this Sprite Chill, and it is really different. It is a combination of cherry lime and that sort of crispy aftertaste that totally sold me on it."

"[Chill] grew Sprite trademark household penetration, which is amazing in a mature category," Kate Schaufelberger, brand director for Sprite, shared with Marketing Dive. "It recruited consumers into the trademark, which is unbelievable and a standard we always want to achieve with innovation."

If you haven’t tried it yet, Sprite Chill Cherry Lime was designed to send a literal chill to your taste buds. The zesty lemon-lime base is elevated with a sweet cherry and tart lime punch, delivering a uniquely refreshing twist. But the real surprise? The soda actually tastes "chill," offering a cooling sensation similar to what you get from a peppermint patty or Andes mint.

Cherry and lime naturally complement each other, making this flavor smooth and easy to drink. Fans have compared it to a pre-mixed Shirley Temple or Sonic’s iconic Cherry Limeade. Add in the cooling effect, and you have a drink that—dare we say—is even more refreshing than classic Sprite.

"Better than regular Sprite to me," one customer shared on Reddit, while another added, "It might make me a Sprite fan, honestly."

The Chill Cherry Lime flavor is available in both regular and sugar-free varieties, hitting shelves nationwide and online. While it remains to be seen if it will outsell the original Sprite, there’s no doubt this drink has made a serious splash in a short time. Last year, fans said it was “what summer needed,” and we have a feeling the same will hold true for 2025—and hopefully, for many more summers to come.

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