Density in soft drinks?

Question

Why is the density of a regular soft drink higher than that of a diet soft drink?

Answer 1

This chemist worked for Coca-Cola for several years. Sugared soft drinks do have a higher density than the diet sodas, yes. Soft drinks sweetened with sugar are generally 10-14% sugar(or corn syrup these days) depending on the flavor. Colas about 11%, lemon lime 10.5%, orange , grape, strawberry 12-14%,

Sugar dissolves in water and increases the density of the finished sugared soft drink.