# Cherry Cola Whiskey Refreshments Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola Cherry Offers a New Take on a Classic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-03-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-cocacola-cherry References: [scottishgrocer](https://scottishgrocer.co.uk/2025/03/12/jack-daniels-coca-cola-unveils-new-cherry-flavour/) & [cocacolaep](https://www.cocacolaep.com/)  Jack & Coke is a classic drink that has stood the test of time, so the [Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-cocacola) Cherry has been unveiled as a new take on the boozy concoction. The product builds on the original [Jack Daniel's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-country-cocktails) & Coca-Cola ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage by giving it a decidedly fruit-forward update that's expected to be a hit amongst consumers this summer. The drink comes in 330ml cans and features a 5% ABV to give it a modest profile that can be enjoyed in moderation just like a hard seltzer or conventional beer. Associate Director for alcoholic ready-to-rink (ARTD) at [CCEP GB](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacard-cocacola) Elaine Maher spoke on the Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola Cherry saying, "With the RTD category now worth £554million in Great Britain, this launch is about more than just giving fans something fresh – it’s a brilliant opportunity to bring flavoured cola lovers into the category for the first time, with Coca-Cola and Coca-Cola Zero Cherry alone clocking up nearly £107million in sales to date." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.1/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 37% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Flavored RTD Beverages:** The rise of flavored ready-to-drink cocktails reflects a growing consumer preference for diverse taste experiences in familiar beverages. - **Alternative Classics:** Reinventing classic beverage combinations with new flavors provides brands an avenue to modernize traditional offerings while attracting new customer segments. - **Moderate ABV Appeal:** The increasing popularity of drinks with moderate alcohol by volume taps into a consumer trend towards mindful consumption and social drinking without overindulgence. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage Innovation:** The beverage industry is witnessing a surge in innovation, particularly with the infusion of unconventional flavors into established drink pairings. - **Alcoholic Ready-to-drink:** The alcoholic ready-to-drink sector is expanding as brands introduce novel flavor profiles to capture a share of the lucrative and growing pre-mixed cocktail market. - **Flavored Cola Market:** The flavored cola market is experiencing revitalization, as collaborations with iconic alcohol brands offer fresh and enticing products for enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Cola Whiskey Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-cocacola.md) - [Canned Cocktail Variety Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-cocacola1.md) - [Classic Canned Whiskey Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daniels-canned-cocktails.md) - [Southern-Style Hard Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-country-cocktails.md) - [High-ABV Punch-Style Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-cocktails-bolder.md) - [Southern-Inspired RTD Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-punch.md) - [Autumnal Collaboration Cocktail Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-and-inchs-cider.md) - [Ready-to-Serve Rum Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacard-cocacola.md) - [Southern Hard Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-country-cocktail.md)