7UP Recalls Nearly 80,000 Cans of Tropical Soda Due to Sugar Labeling Error
Bottler Admiral Beverage Corporation initiated a voluntary recall after discovering cans labeled 'zero sugar' contained the full-sugar version.
Admiral Beverage Corporation has initiated a voluntary recall of approximately 77,760 cans of 7UP Tropical soda. The recall stems from a labeling error where cans designated as 'zero sugar' were found to contain the regular version of the soda, which includes 38 grams of sugar per 12-ounce serving.
The mix-up means that consumers seeking a sugar-free beverage may have unknowingly consumed a significant amount of sugar. For context, 38 grams of sugar is approximately 76% of the American Heart Association's recommended daily limit for men and 95% for women. This poses a particular risk for individuals managing diabetes, as the unexpected sugar intake could lead to a rapid increase in blood glucose levels.
The affected products were distributed in Utah and are packaged in 12-ounce cans sold in 12-packs. The outer cases are labeled as 7UP Tropical, but some individual cans incorrectly bear the '7Up Tropical Zero Sugar' marking. The recall was voluntarily initiated by Admiral Beverage Corporation on August 20, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified it as a Class II recall on September 29. This classification indicates that exposure to the mislabeled product could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious adverse health outcomes is considered remote.
This incident is not the first time 7UP or other brands have experienced similar labeling issues. In 2025, a recall involving 7UP Tropical Zero Sugar affected nearly 23,500 cans due to a similar error, and in the same year, Dr Pepper Zero Sugar recalled over 19,000 cases. PepsiCo also recalled Schweppes Zero Sugar Ginger Ale in 2024 for the same reason. These recurring problems highlight the importance of accurate labeling for consumers who rely on product information for dietary and medical reasons.
Consumers can identify the recalled products by lot code UT06176, a best-by date of March 17, 2027, and UPC 0 78000 03798 2. The FDA has not specified how the labeling error occurred or whether any adverse reactions have been reported. Admiral Beverage Corporation, a partner of Keurig Dr Pepper in the U.S., operates the facility where the mislabeled products were produced.