Ahh, Diet Coke. Wherever you find yourself during a British summer, you won't have to go far to hear the familiar fizzing sound of one of the nation's favourite drinks being poured. Prefaced by a snap, and followed by an 'ah', the noise is almost as ubiquitous as the squawking of seagulls beside the seaside. It's not just a summer fizz either, as Diet Coke fans enjoy the delicious bubbles all year-round.
But there's still lots about the thirst-quencher even the most devoted of fans might be surprised to learn. As Diet Coke celebrates its 40th anniversary, we have rounded up 10 facts you can share with your friends the next time to crack open a cold one.