Most people drink soda without thinking too hard about what's in it. That's by design - conventional soda brands have spent decades making their products feel like the default, the normal, the obvious choice. But default doesn't mean optimal. And the gap between what a conventional soda actually contains and what most people assume it contains is bigger than it should be. So we put the two side by side. Not as marketing - as a label-by-label, gram-by-gram comparison of what's really inside a can of conventional cola versus a can of Hadō. Hadō was built on the premise that a soda can taste exceptional and still do something for you.The differences aren't subtle once you actually look. Here's the breakdown.

What's in a conventional cola  

A standard 330ml can of cola typically contains:

• 35–40g of added sugar — roughly 8–10 teaspoons
• 140–160 calories, almost entirely from sugar
• Artificial colour (caramel colour, Class IV)
• Phosphoric acid for acidity
• Natural and artificial flavourings
• Zero fibre
• Zero functional ingredients

It's engineered to make your crave it - high sugar, high carbonation, familiar flavour - and it does that job exceptionally well. But it doesn't give your body much beyond a sugar hit and a quick dopamine spike.

What's in a can of Hadō  

A 250ml can of Hadō contains:

• Zero added sugar - sweetened with monk fruit extract
• 10g of prebiotic fibre - inulin and FOS from chicory root
• Apple cider vinegar - for flavour brightness and complexity
• Natural flavours - built into layered Indian-inspired profiles
• Citric acid - for balanced acidity
• Carbonated water - calibrated for the right fizz level
• No artificial colours or sweeteners

The sugar gap - in real terms  

A single conventional cola delivers roughly 35-40g of added sugar. To put that in context:

The WHO recommends adults consume no more than 25g of free sugars per day

A single standard cola can takes you 40–60% over that limit in one drink

Hadō: zero added sugar

For someone drinking one soda a day, switching from a conventional cola to Hadō removes roughly 12–14kg of added sugar from their annual intake.

The fibre difference  

Most sodas - including most healthy-positioned sodas - contain zero fibre. Hadō delivers 10g of prebiotic fibre per can.

To put that in context: most adults in India consume significantly less than the recommended 25–30g of dietary fibre per day. A single can of Hadō contributes a third to a half of that target - through a drink, not a supplement.

What about taste of prebiotic soda?  

This is the honest question. And the honest answer is: different, not bad or worse.

Hadō doesn't taste like a diet version of a cola. It tastes like a crafted soda built around a different principle - one where flavour complexity, ingredient quality, and the drinking experience itself take precedence over maximum sweetness. The flavours are fun, new age ones with a touch of familiarity. they are not overtly sweet or too carbonated. Just the right amount to make you feel the vibe with out losing out on the benefits. 

The first sip may feel less aggressive than a conventional cola. The second sip usually lands differently - there's more going on, more to notice, more to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions  

Is Hadō healthier than a conventional cola ?  

Hadō contains zero added sugar, 10g of prebiotic fibre, and no artificial colours or sweeteners. A conventional cola contains 35–40g of added sugar per can and zero fibre. The ingredient systems are fundamentally different.

Does Hadō taste like a diet soda?  

No. Hadō uses monk fruit - a natural sweetener - rather than artificial sweeteners, which avoids the metallic aftertaste associated with traditional diet sodas. Inulin and FOS restore the body and mouthfeel that conventional sodas get from sugar.

Is Hadō suitable for people reducing sugar intake?  

Yes. Hadō contains zero added sugar and is designed as a daily drink for consumers who want a better alternative to conventional sodas.

How does the calorie count compare?  

A conventional cola carries 140–160 calories per 330ml, almost entirely from sugar. Hadō's calories - about 37 calories in a can - come primarily from its prebiotic fibre, which is only partially digested and contributes significantly fewer usable calories than an equivalent amount of sugar.

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