Mr. Pibb Returns After 2001 Discontinuation & ’90s Kids Are Rejoicing

Mr. Pibb is returning after the Coca-Cola Company discontinued the iconic soda in 2001 — and ’90s kids are rejoicing.

On October 30, the Coca-Cola Company officially announced Mr. Pibb’s comeback. The spicy cherry soda was launched in 1972 before it was renamed to Pibb Xtra in 2001. Now, 25 years later, it’s getting a relaunch, starting in Florida, Chicago, Las Vegas, Michigan, and California, with a national rollout set for 2026.

“Consumers have been asking for Mr. Pibb’s bold kick of cherry flavor for some time,” Dane Callis, director of sparkling flavors for Coca‑Cola North America, said in the news release. “If you go on Reddit, X, and other social media , you’ll find conversations about the mystique of Mr. Pibb. Mr. Pibb has a feisty, loyal following, so he’s coming back in a bold, fresh way.”

For its relaunch, Mr. Pibb will feature 30% more caffeine than Pibb Xtra, as well as a “bold, delicious taste profile featuring intensely sweet cherry with hints of caramel and a spicy bite.” Mr. Pibb and Mr. Pibb Zero Sugar will be available in 12-pack cans, 20-oz. bottles, and 2-liter bottles (Mr. Pibb only), at participating retailers.

The Coca-Cola Company

On Reddit, Mr. Pibb fans celebrated the return of the beloved soda, with one declaring, “Pibb me.”

Another Redditor exclaimed, “The Mr. Pibb Army will always prevail!”

Someone else echoed, “Mr. Pibb was my go-to for the longest time.”

A different Reddit user joked, “Stan and Francine are gonna be thrilled,” a reference to American Dad! characters and their memorable love for Mr. Pibb.

Yet another person shared via X, “MR PIBB COMING BACK AAAAAA.”

Meanwhile, one fan on X wrote, “Mr Pibb is back. All is right in the world.”

Recently, another nostalgic brand made a comeback. Hooters is returning after filing for bankruptcy, but with a key change to its iconic uniforms. What brand would you like to see revived?