The clearest argument for cane sugar over corn syrup is taste. “You’ll see. It’s just better!” Trump said on Truth Social. Coke is made with cane sugar in Mexico and many other countries, and “Mexican Coke” has long had a cult following in the United States.

After President Trump announced that Coke will be made with cane sugar in the U.S., as it is in Mexico, foodies of Mexican heritage said in interviews that they weren’t excited.

Coca-Cola has had a big year. From the triumphant return of Share A Coke to the new Star Wars collaboration, people are rediscovering that classic beverage. Another flavor has people running to get a taste,