The fan-favorite Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry is officially coming back for the holiday season, bringing its much-anticipated festive flavor to eager fans across the United States. Each year since its launch, this seasonal flavor has flown off the shelves, and 2024 is expected to be no different. But is this limited-time Sprite variant available as early as now? Keep reading to find out when you can get your hands on it.
Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry Returns to Shelves Alongside Its Zero Sugar Option
After Coca-Cola recently announced the discontinuation of its Coca-Cola Spiced soda, which debuted just this February, several fans became worried about the future of the spiced Sprite. Fortunately, there’s no need for concern because Sprite has already confirmed that its beloved Winter Spiced Cranberry flavor is making a comeback for the holidays, according to All Recipes.
Both the original Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry and the Zero Sugar version are returning for this year’s holiday season. Both Sprite variants, available in cans and bottles, have begun to roll out to store shelves nationwide, so you can stock up for your holiday celebrations as early as now and enjoy the festive flavor long before December comes.
When Was Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry First Introduced?
Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry was first introduced in 2019 when Coca-Cola changed the classic Sprite Cranberry—which had been a holiday staple for six years—to a new warm spice- and tart cranberry-flavored lemon-lime soda. The updated flavor was part of the beverage company’s broader strategy to create holiday-themed drinks that capture the festive spirit, and its success was undeniable, with fans eagerly anticipating its return every holiday season.
The following year, in 2020, Sprite launched the Zero Sugar version of Winter Spiced Cranberry, catering to those looking for a lighter option while still enjoying the festive flavor. The drink became a holiday tradition for many, often selling out quickly due to high demand.
Despite its limited availability, Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry has continued to be a beloved holiday staple, gaining a loyal fanbase that looks forward to its return each year. With its refreshing twist on the original Sprite and a flavor profile perfect for the colder months, it has firmly established itself as a must-have seasonal treat in Coca-Cola’s lineup.
Pepsi’s Response to Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry
As pointed out by All Recipes, Sprite isn’t the only lemon-lime soda embracing cranberry flavors this holiday season. PepsiCo’s Starry, which replaced the discontinued Sierra Mist, is launching its own limited-time offering: Cranberry Starry. However, there’s a twist—this seasonal soda will only be available at KFC locations, where it joins other cranberry-infused exclusives like Cranberry Pepsi and Cranberry Mountain Dew Sweet Lightning. If you’re craving a taste, you’ll need to head to KFC before it’s gone!