As the first major innovation in 20 years, Pepsi Prebiotic Cola debuts online this fall; broader retail rollout slated for early 2026
PepsiCo has unveiled its new Prebiotic Cola, marking the company’s first major innovation in the traditional cola category in more than two decades.
Positioned as a “gut-friendly” beverage, the launch follows PepsiCo’s recent acquisition of Poppi, a leading US-based prebiotic soda brand. The deal, completed in May, was valued at USD 1.95 billion, with earlier announcements estimating the figure at USD 1.65 billion after accounting for anticipated tax benefits.
The new cola will be available in Original Cola and Cherry Vanilla flavours. It will be sold in 12 oz single cans and 8-packs of 12 oz cans. The product will launch online in the autumn, with a broader retail rollout expected in early 2026.
Each 12 oz can contains 3 grams of prebiotic fibre, 5 grams of cane sugar, 30 calories, and no artificial sweeteners. The fibre content is 1 gram more than Poppi’s current offering but remains lower than some competitors such as Olipop, which offers approximately 9 grams per serving.
According to Ram Krishnan, CEO, PepsiCo Beverages North America, “From our iconic blue can to consumer favourites like Pepsi Zero Sugar, our portfolio has always adapted to meet evolving consumer needs and flavour preferences.
Pepsi Prebiotic Cola represents the next leap forward—offering choice, functionality and trusted taste, all in one. We’re giving consumers functional ingredients in their cola experience without sacrificing the iconic Pepsi flavour we’re known for. We can’t wait for the world to try it for themselves!”
The launch builds on PepsiCo’s strategic acquisition of Poppi, which had rapidly become one of the leading gut-health beverage brands in the US market.
