⚡ Sip Smart, Sparkle Bright: Energy That Works as Hard as You Do
Starbucks Iced Energy Drink Variety Pack delivers a refreshing, zero-sugar sparkling energy boost with 160mg of plant-based caffeine per 12 fl oz can. Available in three crave-worthy flavors, it supports mental clarity and hydration with only 5 calories per serving, packaged in eco-conscious recyclable cans.
C**Y
10/10 recommend
Really great! Will purchase afmgain. Gave me energy at work, without the crash of other energy drinks. 10/10 recommend.
K**X
At $2 a can, these are pricy. Then again they are a Starbucks branded item. Par for course?
I love energy drinks. They completely replaced sodas for me for about 20 years now. I also just love carbonated water, and drinks like Lacroix.I am a bit split on these drinks in particular. They are really not energy drinks, but they also use the word "sparkling" in order to push your expectations a little more in the flavored water direction.I like that they use naturally extracted caffeine. They don't have the typical pile of extras that other drinks would have, save for a mild 100% DV of niacin, B6, and pantothenic acid.The first one I tried is Peach, I love peaches and most peach juice like stuff. That's where I learned quickly this isn't trying to go for a fresh peach or peach nectar like flavor you may find on a straight up energy drink. The super strong typical kind. Instead this is more of a peach essence or flavor type of thing that could be really polarizing. Secondly I was smacked with the fact that its overly artificially sweetened. I avoid sugar and don't really mind most artificial sweeteners, but I really don't like the Bang and Reigns of the world that just PILE it on trying to hit some kind of soda like sweetness. This isn't THAT bad, but it's way sweeter than I would like.I do like these though, but know what you're getting. It's a slim can, not a typical energy drink. It's more of a flavored sweet sparkling water type of drink, rather than an every sip is a flavorful candy type drink.For me the best flavor is the blueberry lemonade, which I didn't expect. Second is the peach, followed by a distant third in the watermelon. I am very used to caffeine. However despite that I can still easily judge the other effects of various drinks. These drinks produce NO jitters or off feelings after having them. They do feel clean and focus enhancing compared to some drinks out there that I've tried.TLDR;They are not my favorite, they are less energy drink and more caffeinated sparkling water. However, they are pretty darn artificially sweet, closing in on the new typical 300mg 0 calorie energy drinks that are WAY too sweet.
P**N
The taste each one of them was very good. I like all the flavors.
These energy drinks was awesome. I would definitely recommend buying more.
T**
Great pick me up !
Love them !
R**D
Not impressed
Tastes a lot like Redbull
J**A
No synthetic stimulants or energy boosting additives. Clean caffeine (w/ fake sugar)
Flavor rating: (1 being terrible - 10 being amazing wont drink anything else ever)Watermelon Splash: 4Blueberry Lemonade: 7Tropical Peach: 4Favorite: Blueberry Lemonade which surprised me as I do not reach for lemonade or blueberry flavors ever. ever!Thoughts on ingredients : The 160mg of caffeine comes entirely from green coffee bean extract . This is rather interesting as most energy drinks use a cocktail of random caffeine/caffeine boosting additives. They are normally synthetic and research is very divided on health.I would consider this really admirable of Starbucks and would say this is a major benefit to drinking these energy drinks over others. I would say this is a pretty healthy choice. This obviously depends as well on your view point on fake sugar.These do have sucralose and acesulfame potassium. These are high debated fake sugars in terms of how they can harm your health. Personally idc in moderation.Energy and thoughts after drinking it: Its does give me energy that is "clean". I don't feel jittery or uncomfortable in anyway. This of course is probably due to being used to caffeine daily. I like that the can is 12 fl oz for 160mg of caffeine. This means it is faster to consume than other energy drink cans. My normal energy drink (I wont name) is 16fl oz and has the same 160mg of caffeine. Granted.....I much prefer the taste of my normal energy drink and enjoy sipping it.This energy drink (Starbucks) is healthier than my daily one. I sadly do not enjoy it as much yet maybe I need to give it more than 12 days to see how it grows on me.Moving forward I will only buy the Blueberry Lemonade. That one is my favorite.
N**A
Good
Very tasty and refreshing
T**L
Refreshing, Light, and Perfect for Busy Days
I decided to try the variety pack after looking for a lighter energy drink option, and I am so glad I did. Each flavor was surprisingly refreshing and smooth, without that heavy or syrupy feeling I sometimes get from other drinks. I found the blueberry lemonade to be my favorite, with a really bright and clean taste that was perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up. The watermelon and peach flavors were also really good, and none of them left a weird aftertaste, which was a huge plus. Even though they are sugar-free, they still tasted naturally sweet and crisp. I love that these gave me a solid boost of energy without any jitters or crashes later. The slim cans are the perfect size to toss in my bag, and they are especially satisfying chilled. I’ll definitely be keeping a few in my fridge from now on for busy mornings or long afternoons!
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