Groups sharing at the campsite
A 24 x 330ml tray gives several campers individual cans for tent-side meals, provided someone can carry and store the pack. Tesco lists this format for Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Pepsi Max, Fanta Orange and Dr Pepper.
Who is each pack for?
Campers choosing a zero-sugar cola
Check the exact variant rather than the multipack label alone. Pepsi UK lists 0g sugars per 330ml can for Pepsi Max, while Coca-Cola Great Britain lists 0g sugars for Coca-Cola Zero Sugar.
Campers avoiding caffeine
Choose a cola explicitly labelled caffeine-free. Pepsi UK describes Pepsi Max No Caffeine as both caffeine-free and zero sugar; standard Pepsi Max and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar list caffeine or caffeine flavouring.
What should you check before choosing?
Start with how many cans the group will use and carry, then check the exact drink variant and your water arrangements.
| Priority | What to check | Your needs |
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| Pack size | Compare 24 x 330ml trays with 8 x 330ml packs. Count the campers, consider the length of stay and check who will carry the cans. | We’re sharing drinks at the tent, but I don’t want to carry more cans than we’ll use. |
| Sugar | Read the nutrition label for the exact variant and its stated serving size. Pepsi UK lists 0g sugars per 330ml can for Pepsi Max; Coca-Cola Great Britain lists 0g sugars for Coca-Cola Zero Sugar. | I’d prefer a zero-sugar cola, so I need to distinguish it from a regular version of the same brand. |
| Caffeine | Check the ingredients or look for an explicit caffeine-free label. Standard Pepsi Max and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar list caffeine or caffeine flavouring; Pepsi Max No Caffeine is separately labelled. | If I’m avoiding caffeine, a zero-sugar label on its own won’t answer my question. |
| Drinking water | Plan where to get drinking water, particularly in hot weather or during prolonged activity. NHS guidance says water is the best way to replace fluid lost through sweating. | I want fizzy drinks with camp meals, but I also need a separate plan for water during the day. |
Packing mistakes to avoid
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Buying a tray before checking festival entry rules
Rules for cans, quantities and drinks can differ between a campsite and an arena, as well as between events.
Read the named festival’s current official terms for your ticket and the areas you plan to enter before deciding how many cans to pack.
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Assuming zero sugar means caffeine-free
Pepsi UK lists caffeine in standard Pepsi Max, and Coca-Cola Great Britain lists caffeine flavouring in Coca-Cola Zero Sugar.
If you need to avoid caffeine, check the exact can label and choose a variant explicitly marked caffeine-free.
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Taking fizzy drinks as the only drink supply
The NHS says people may need more fluid in hot conditions or during prolonged activity. The UK Health Security Agency also identifies dehydration as a risk at hot mass gatherings.
Plan access to drinking water separately from the fizzy drinks you take for meals.
Brand and retailer references
Coca-Cola
Tesco lists Coca-Cola Zero Sugar in a 24 x 330ml tray, as well as smaller multipacks.
- Coca-Cola Great Britain lists 0g sugars for Coca-Cola Zero Sugar.
- Its ingredients include caffeine flavouring and a source of phenylalanine. Check for a specifically labelled caffeine-free variant if needed.
Pepsi
Tesco lists a 24 x 330ml Pepsi Max multipack and a separate 8 x 330ml Pepsi Max No Caffeine option.
- Pepsi UK lists 0g sugars per 330ml can for Pepsi Max.
- Standard Pepsi Max includes caffeine; choose the specifically labelled No Caffeine variant when that distinction matters.
Fanta
Tesco lists Fanta Orange and Fanta Orange Zero in 24 x 330ml multipacks for a non-cola option.
- Both named variants have a listed 24-can format.
- Check the nutrition and ingredients label on the exact regular or Zero pack rather than treating the variants as interchangeable.
Dr Pepper
Tesco lists a Dr Pepper 24 x 330ml multipack, plus smaller regular and Zero packs.
- The listed 24-can format offers a group-size non-cola choice.
- Check the exact 24-can product label for nutrition and caffeine details; do not apply the Zero variant’s details to the regular tray.
Tesco
Tesco’s listings show both large trays and smaller formats, including an 8 x 330ml Tesco Xero Cola pack.
- The listed pack counts make it possible to compare how many cans you would carry.
- The Tesco Xero Cola listing is for eight cans, not a 24-can tray; check the exact variant and pack size.
Joybuy multipack options
These options cover 24-can cola and apple-flavoured multipacks for sharing, plus an 8-can orange drink when fewer cans suit the trip. Check the festival’s rules for cans and quantities before packing any of them.
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Pepsi Max Caffeine Free 24 x 330ml
A 24-can cola pack for group sharing when both sugar and caffeine are considerations. The product information states zero sugar and zero caffeine; it also identifies a source of phenylalanine. Handle the pressurised cans with care.
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Pepsi Max 24 x 330ml
A 24-can cola pack for sharing when caffeine is acceptable. Pepsi UK lists 0g sugars per 330ml can; the ingredients include caffeine, and the product contains a source of phenylalanine.
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Coca-Cola Zero Sugar 24 x 330ml
A 24-can zero-sugar cola pack for group sharing. Coca-Cola Great Britain lists caffeine flavouring and a source of phenylalanine in Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, so this is not the choice for someone seeking a caffeine-free cola.
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Tango Apple Sugar-Free 24 x 330ml
A 24-can apple-flavoured option for a group wanting a non-cola drink. The product information states 0g sugars per can; check the exact label if caffeine avoidance matters.
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Fanta Orange 8 x 330ml
An eight-can orange drink pack when fewer cans suit the group or stay. Its product information lists 15g sugars per 330ml can; check the label if sugar content affects your choice.
Festival drinks FAQs
Is a 24-can tray practical for festival camping?
It can be practical when several people will share the cans at the campsite and can carry and store the tray. A 24 x 330ml pack contains 7.92 litres of drink before packaging; an eight-can pack means fewer cans to carry for a smaller group or shorter stay.
Should fizzy drinks replace drinking water at a festival?
No: plan access to drinking water separately. NHS guidance says water is the best way to replace fluid lost through sweating, and that people may need more fluid in hot conditions or during prolonged activity.
Does zero sugar also mean caffeine-free?
No. Pepsi UK lists caffeine in standard Pepsi Max, while Coca-Cola Great Britain lists caffeine flavouring in Coca-Cola Zero Sugar. If you want to avoid caffeine, check the exact label for a specifically caffeine-free variant, such as Pepsi Max No Caffeine.