The latest permanent Pepsi drinks come just months after Coca-Cola discontinued its cherry vanilla flavor on Sept. 4. The drink company posted the announcement on X that they discontinued Coca-Cola Cherry Vanilla “due to consumers' taste preferences and lifestyles constantly changing.” They also discontinued Diet Coke with Splenda in September.

Calling all Pepsi lovers, it’s time to raise a toast to 2025! The cola giant has just announced its newest creation: Pepsi Wild Cherry & Cream. Launching nationwide this January, Pepsi Wild Cherry & Cream combines the bold citrus flavor of Pepsi with indulgent cherry and creamy vanilla for a nostalgic twist.

Pepsi is introducing a new permanent flavor. Wild Cherry and Cream will roll out nationwide this month, coming roughly a year after Coca-Cola cancelled its own version of the flavor blend. Temporary new flavors are nothing new for soda giants,

Pepsi is introducing a brand-new twist on a fan-favorite flavor, and the company stresses its “permanent,” i.e. not just a limited-time offering.

The original Pepsi Wild Cherry has been around since 1988, so it’s only natural that the brand would seek to put a distinctly modern twist on the nostalgic soda. In fact, Pepsi points to the recent resurgence of fruit-forward flavors as one driving inspiration behind the development of the Wild Cherry & Cream offering.

Pepsi is planning to debut a brand-new flavor this month, marking its first “permanent” addition to the brand’s beverage portfolio in four years.

Pepsi is planning to debut a brand-new flavor this month, marking its first “permanent” addition to the brand’s beverage portfolio in four years. That last “permanent” flavor, meanwhile, is being phased out.