Trump says Coca-Cola agrees to use cane sugar in iconic soft drink
by Darryl Coote · UPIJuly 17 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump has announced that Coca-Cola has agreed to use cane sugar in its iconic drink instead of high-fructose corn syrup, though the Atlanta-based conglomerate has yet to confirm the move.
Trump, a known heavy consumer of Diet Coke, made the announcement on his Truth Social media platform on Wednesday.
"I have been speaking to Coca-Cola about using REAL Cane Sugar in Coke in the United States, and they have agreed to do so," he said. "I'd like to thank all of those in authority at Coca-Cola. This will be a very good move by them -- You'll see. It's just better!"
High-fructose corn syrup is used as a sweetener in Coca-Cola in the United States. The move to cane sugar would align the U.S. product with Coca-Cola sold in other countries, including Mexico.
Coca-Cola has not confirmed that it is adopting cane sugar for its U.S. drinks.
In a statement, the company said: "We appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm for our iconic Coca-Cola brand. More details on new innovative offerings within our Coca-Cola product range will be shared soon."