Dr. Cove Soda

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Dr. Cove

Dr. Cove

Dr. Cove is the mystery-soda flavour in the 355 mL line. The panel matches Classic Cola at 10 calories, 0 g sugar, and 4 g of fibre. Caramel colour and phosphoric acid are in the can.

Cove Drinks of Halifax owns it. Packing is in London, Ontario. Keurig Dr Pepper Canada is the grocery distributor, not the parent company. Input origin for the flavour blend is not disclosed.

The brand sells it as the doctor-style pop-shop taste. Shoppers on the page compare it to Dr Pepper. Sobeys is named in a review as a stockist. Serve it cold.

Product Highlights

  • •10 calories per 355 mL can
  • •4 g fibre from acacia
  • •72 mg vitamin C (80% DV)
  • •Phosphoric acid in the formula
  • •No Red 40
  • •Found at Sobeys per shopper notes
87

Our Canadian score

Strong Canadian ties

Canadian-made, domestic & imported inputs (London, Ontario)

Company’s own label claim: “Produced in Canada”

Cove Soda is canned in London, Ontario by Canadian-owned Cove Drinks Inc. of Halifax. Keurig Dr Pepper Canada distributes the line; plant-based sweeteners and flavourings are not mapped to a Canadian farm source.

Score breakdown (94% evidenced, high confidence)

Manufacturing30% of score100/100

“Cove Drinks started shipping cases of soda to 575 Costco warehouses across the U.S., from its canning plant in London, Ont.”

Ingredients / Materials25% of score50/100

“Every can has 0g of added sugar. Instead, we use a blend of plant-based sweeteners, primarily stevia and erythritol, for that full, satisfying soda taste without the crash.”

Brand Ownership20% of score100/100

“KDP Canada announced it has entered into an exclusive agreement with Cove Drinks Inc., a Canadian beverage innovator, to lead the national sales, distribution and omni-marketing execution of Cove Soda.”

Headquarters10% of score100/100

“Founded in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Cove Soda has experienced rapid growth across Canada and the U.S. since its 2023 launch.”

Canadian Workforce6% of scoreNo data
Packaging5% of score100/100

“Cove Drinks started shipping cases of soda to 575 Costco warehouses across the U.S., from its canning plant in London, Ont.”

Design & R&D4% of score100/100

“Two brothers start Cove at a local farmers' market, a cooler and a folding table.”

This score is our own read of publicly available evidence, not a regulatory finding. It is not a CFIA or Competition Bureau origin determination, and it is not the same as the "Product of Canada" or "Made in Canada" claims a manufacturer prints on a label. Check the package if you need the official claim. How we score

Key Facts

Made In
London, Ontario
Owned By
Cove Drinks Inc.
Weight/Size
355 mL
Key Ingredients
Carbonated water, erythritol, acacia fibre, caramel colour
Certifications
Non-GMO, Canada Organic on pack
Price
$2.99 CAD

Product Information

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 can (355 mL)% DV
Calories / Calories10
Fat / Lipides0g
Sodium115mg
Carbohydrate / Glucides15g
Fibre / Fibres4g
Sugars / Sucres0g
Protein / Protéines0g
Calcium45mg
Potassium45mg

Ingredients

Carbonated filtered water, erythritol, acacia fiber, natural flavor, caramel color, phosphoric acid, Himalayan salt, stevia extract, ascorbic acid (vitamin C)

Dietary Information

Vegan
Gluten-Free
Keto-Friendly
Caffeine-Free
Shelf-stable. Serve ice-cold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Cove made in Canada?

Yes. Dr. Cove is packed in London, Ontario for Cove Drinks Inc. in Halifax.

Does Dr. Cove taste like Dr Pepper?

The brand calls it mystery-soda pop-shop flavour. Reviews on the page say it covers Dr Pepper cravings.

Is Dr. Cove caffeinated?

No. The flavour page marks it caffeine-free.

What is in Dr. Cove?

Carbonated filtered water, erythritol, acacia fibre, natural flavour, caramel colour, phosphoric acid, Himalayan salt, stevia, and vitamin C.

How many calories are in Dr. Cove?

10 calories per 355 mL can, with 0 g sugar.

Where can I find Dr. Cove?

Goodness Me! lists 355 mL cans around $2.99. A review on the brand page mentions Sobeys.