Quick facts
| Founded | 1929 by Charles Leiper Grigg in St Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Made by | Keurig Dr Pepper (USA); PepsiCo (international) |
| Dietary status | Vegan-suitable; caffeine-free |
About 7Up
7Up was created in 1929 by Charles Leiper Grigg in St Louis, Missouri, originally launched as "Bib-Label Lithiated Lemon-Lime Soda" before the name was simplified. The brand became one of the most recognised lemon-lime sodas globally, sitting alongside Sprite as the category's main competitor. In the US, 7Up is owned by Keurig Dr Pepper. Outside North America, the brand is owned and distributed by PepsiCo. American 7Up uses high fructose corn syrup while UK 7Up was reformulated in 2018 to drop below the sugar tax threshold, giving the imports a meaningfully sweeter taste than the supermarket equivalent.
The 7Up range we stock
Four American 7Up variants covering the cherry line and the standard imports.
| Variant | Profile |
|---|---|
| Cherry 7Up 355ml (USA) | Cherry-flavoured lemon-lime variant. Distinctive pink colour, sweeter than original |
| Cherry Vanilla 7Up 355ml | Cherry plus vanilla notes for a richer cream-soda-style profile |
| 7Up Original 355ml (USA) | The American lemon-lime recipe with HFCS. Sweeter than UK 7Up |
| 7Up Zero Sugar 355ml | Sugar-free American version using aspartame and acesulfame-K sweeteners |
Ingredients and allergens
Standard American 7Up contains carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup, citric acid, natural flavours, potassium citrate, potassium benzoate (preservative) and calcium disodium EDTA. Cherry 7Up adds Red 40 colouring. All variants are caffeine-free and vegan-suitable. The synthetic colour in Cherry variants triggers the UK hyperactivity warning requirement under EU regulations but the drink is legal to sell. Not formally halal certified but contains no obviously haram ingredients. Always check the back of each individual can for the most accurate allergen and dietary information.
Who 7Up imports are for
Cherry 7Up fans: Cherry 7Up is the brand's most-loved American-only variant. UK supermarkets do not stock it, making imports the only practical route.
Caffeine-free soda buyers: 7Up is one of few mainstream sodas that's entirely caffeine-free, making it suitable for late-evening drinking or for caffeine-sensitive shoppers. Pair with our Fanta imports for varied caffeine-free American drinks.
Pick-and-mix soda builders: the 355ml can format works for variety packs. Pair with our Dr Pepper and Coca-Cola imports for full American soda selections.
Cocktail mixer buyers: 7Up works as a classic mixer for spirits and the American recipe's sweeter profile suits cocktail use better than the lower-sugar UK version.
Buy 7Up imports online in the UK
Build your basket from across the 7Up range and our wider imported drinks selection to qualify for free UK delivery over £20. 7Up pairs especially well with our Coca-Cola and Dr Pepper American imports. Order before our daily cut-off for same-day dispatch.
7Up: frequently asked questions
Is American 7Up different from UK 7Up?
Yes. American 7Up uses high fructose corn syrup and contains more sugar per serving than UK 7Up, which was reformulated in 2018 to drop below the 5g/100ml sugar tax threshold. American 7Up also has flavour variants (Cherry, Cherry Vanilla) that UK supermarkets do not stock at all. The American version tastes noticeably sweeter and is the version most US travellers remember from the standard recipe.
Does 7Up contain caffeine?
No. 7Up is entirely caffeine-free across all variants (original, Cherry, Cherry Vanilla, Zero Sugar). This makes it one of the few mainstream American sodas suitable for late-evening drinking or for caffeine-sensitive shoppers, alongside Fanta which is also caffeine-free.
Is 7Up vegan?
Yes. All 7Up variants are vegan-suitable with no animal-derived ingredients. The Cherry variants contain Red 40 colouring which is petroleum-derived rather than insect-derived, unlike carmine which appears in some red drinks elsewhere.
Who owns 7Up?
7Up has split ownership: in the US and Canada it is owned by Keurig Dr Pepper, while in the rest of the world (including the UK) it is owned by PepsiCo. The split dates from competition law agreements when the brand was sold to different companies in different markets. The recipe and packaging differ slightly between the two ownership zones, which is part of why American 7Up tastes different from UK 7Up.