PepsiCo has made a bold move with its latest product: a maple-flavoured cola. This new beverage is not available worldwide; Pepsi just released a Canada-exclusive maple cola. We put it to the taste test to see how this unique fusion of classic cola and Canadian maple flavours measures up.

A Canadian Exclusive

Canada is renowned for its maple syrup, a staple that has now inspired a novel Pepsi product. Available exclusively in Canada, this maple cola offers a unique take on traditional cola flavours. The product aims to cater to Canadian consumers’ tastes, blending the familiar with the distinctly Canadian.

Pepsi’s Latest Innovation

The introduction of the maple cola is the latest in a series of innovative moves by PepsiCo. The company continually aims to expand its product range and cater to diverse consumer tastes. This unique maple-infused cola is the brand’s most recent effort to do just that.

Putting it to the Taste Test

Our taste test revealed a distinct maple flavour in the cola. The taste was not overpoweringly sweet, as one might fear with a maple-infused product. Instead, it offered a subtle sweetness that added a unique twist to the familiar taste of Pepsi cola. Whether it will be a hit among Canadians remains to be seen, but the product certainly brings a new flavour experience to the cola market.

Available Across Canada

Pepsi’s maple cola can be found in stores across Canada. PepsiCo has not yet announced plans to extend the availability of this product beyond Canadian borders. For now, Canadians will have the exclusive opportunity to enjoy this unique fusion of flavours.

Ethan Radcliffe

Ethan Radcliffe is a senior reporter and digital editor at The Toronto Insider, specializing in Canadian federal policy, GTA urban development, and national economic trends. With over a decade of experience in North American journalism, Ethan focuses on translating complex legislative and economic developments into clear, accessible reporting for Canadian readers. Ethan’s work emphasizes policy analysis, government accountability, and data-driven reporting, with a strong focus on how federal and provincial decisions impact communities across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. He has covered infrastructure planning, housing policy, fiscal strategy, and regulatory changes affecting Canadian households and businesses. A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Journalism, Ethan brings expertise in investigative reporting, long-form analysis, editorial standards, and digital publishing best practices. His reporting is guided by verifiable sources, public records, and transparent sourcing. In addition to reporting, Ethan has experience in newsroom editing, fact-checking workflows, SEO-informed journalism, and audience analytics, ensuring stories meet both editorial integrity standards and modern digital discoverability requirements. Ethan is committed to objective, fact-driven journalism and adheres to established ethical guidelines, prioritizing accuracy, clarity, and public trust in all reporting.

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