A Pepsi Max flavour discontinued in the UK more than 30 years ago has been spotted in Home Bargains and Sainsbury's, with shoppers already labeling it their "new favourite".
The soft drink giant is recognized worldwide for its diverse range of beverages, including standard Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, and Pepsi Max.
The Pepsi Max range already features various flavours, including Lime and Cherry.
Discontinued Pepsi Max flavour returns to UK stores after more than 30 years
Now Pepsi Max Tropical has been spotted in Home Bargains and Sainsbury's stores across the UK.
The soft drink was first launched in the UK back in 1994, but was discontinued shortly after.
Now, after more than 30 years, it is back, and shoppers are delighted.
One fan, posting on Instagram, said: "I think I have found a new favourite flavour of @pepsiuk Pepsi Max.
"It was Mango, but if this one sticks around, it may well be this."
Another, commenting on a post from newfoodspotteruk, added: "I need to try!!!"
While this person said: "Got to try it."
Pepsi Max Tropical is available in Sainsbury's and Home Bargains in 500ml and 2L bottles, plus 8-packs of 330ml cans.
Discontinued Diet Coke Cherry makes permanent UK return
Pepsi Max Tropical isn't the only discontinued soft drink to make a comeback in 2026.
Coca-Cola announced the permanent return of Diet Coke Cherry in the UK earlier this month.
The popular soft drink was first launched in the UK back in the 80s, but was discontinued in 2018.
Discontinued UK chocolates and sweets
The "cult favourite" flavour returned to Tesco for a limited time in October 2025, but it is now back for good.
The returning Diet Coke Cherry is available in:
- 300ml cans
- 500ml bottles
- 2L bottles
- 8x 330ml can multipacks
- 24x 330ml can multipacks
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Senior Brand Manager for Diet Coke Great Britain, Tara Byrnes, said: “We are delighted to announce that Diet Coke Cherry will be joining the Diet Coke family permanently.
"Fans asked for it, and loved the retro limited edition launch while it was here!
"With a bold flavour and new look, Diet Coke Cherry continues to encourage fans to make Diet Coke breaks reflect ‘your taste’ even more.”
Have you tried the returning Pepsi Max Tropical yet? What did you think? Let us know in the comments below.
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