November 2 and 7/Tokyo -- Pepsi Special, a drink deemed by the Japanese government as a “food for specified health uses,” is Pepsi Japan’s newest addition to its soft drink line. The dextrin found in this version Pepsi reportedly helps to block fat, by impairing absorption.
Pepsi and Suntory have reportedly collaborated to rid Pepsi Special of dextrin aftertaste while still containing that “refreshing Pepsi finish.” The new beverage launches on November 13 in Japan at a price of ¥150 ($1.87) per bottle.