Dr Pepper
The original. One pharmacist, 23 flavors, and a soft drink that has built a loyal following. Here are the caffeine numbers, the nutrition facts, and the fastest way to get a case to your door.
Original Dr Pepper is the one that started it all, invented by pharmacist Charles Alderton in Waco, Texas, in 1885. Its flavor comes from a secret blend of 23 flavors. Below are the full nutrition facts and ingredients, plus straight answers on caffeine, calories, and sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Size 20 fl oz
| Per Serving | % DAILY VALUE |
|---|---|
| Calories: 250 | |
| Total Fat: 0 g | 0% |
| Sodium: 100 mg | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrates: 66 g | 22% |
| Sugar: 64 g | |
| Protein: 0 g |
*Based on a 2000 calorie diet
Dr Pepper Ingredients
- Carbonated Water
- High Fructose Corn Syrup
- Caramel Color
- Phosphoric Acid
- Natural and Artificial Flavors
- Sodium Benzoate (preservative)
- Caffeine
Common questions about Dr Pepper
Does Dr Pepper have caffeine?
Yes. As the ingredients above show, caffeine is in every regular Dr Pepper. A 12 fl oz can has about 41 mg, which is less than a cup of coffee but plenty to keep you reaching for the next one. There is a full breakdown in how much caffeine is in Dr Pepper, and if a daily can has turned into a habit, here are the signs of a Dr Pepper addiction.
Roughly how the caffeine scales by size:
- About 26 mg per 7.5 fl oz mini can
- About 41 mg per 12 fl oz can
- About 58 mg per 16.9 fl oz bottle
- About 68 mg per 20 fl oz bottle
- About 110 mg per 32 fl oz fountain cup
- About 230 mg per 2 liter bottle
How many calories does Dr Pepper have?
Calories depend on the package size, and the Nutrition Facts panel on each pack lists the exact amount. A regular 12 fl oz can has 150 calories. There is more on this in Dr Pepper calories, sugar, and nutrition.
- 90 calories per 7.5 fl oz mini can
- 150 calories per 12 fl oz can
- 250 calories per 20 fl oz bottle
- About 400 calories per 32 fl oz fountain cup
How much sugar does Dr Pepper have?
Quite a lot, and it is all added sugar. If you are watching it, Dr Pepper Zero and Diet Dr Pepper have the same 23-flavor taste with none of the sugar.
- 24 g of total sugar per 7.5 fl oz mini can
- 39 g of total sugar per 12 fl oz can
- 64 g of total sugar per 20 fl oz bottle
- About 103 g of total sugar per 32 fl oz fountain cup
Does Dr Pepper have prune juice in it?
No. Despite the long-running myth, Dr Pepper contains no prune juice. The taste is that unique blend of natural and artificial flavors.
Get Dr Pepper delivered
Out of stock at home? These are the most popular packs. Each link goes straight to Amazon.
Dr Pepper, 12 fl oz cans (Pack of 12)
Dr Pepper & Cream Soda, 12 fl oz cans, 12 pack
Diet Dr Pepper, 12 fl oz cans (Pack of 12)
Dr Pepper, 12 fl oz bottles (Pack of 8)
Dr Pepper Zero Sugar Soda, 12 fl oz cans, 12 pack
Diet Dr Pepper, 12 fl oz bottles (Pack of 8)References
Some values are derived from the base serving size.
Keep exploring
Every Dr Pepper flavor
- Dr Pepper Diet
- Dr Pepper Zero
- Dr Pepper Cream Soda
- Dr Pepper Cream Soda Zero
- Dr Pepper Cherry
- Dr Pepper Cherry Zero
- Dr Pepper Cherry Vanilla
- Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper
- Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream
- Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream Zero
- Dr Pepper Blackberry
- Dr Pepper Blackberry Zero
- Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut
- Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut Zero
- Dr Pepper Made with Real Sugar
- Caffeine Free Dr Pepper
- Caffeine Free Diet Dr Pepper