📦 Basic information

Product: Monster Energy Original 500 ml — energy drink
Form: carbonated non-alcoholic energy drink (500 ml can)
Brand: Monster Energy

Type: Monster Energy Original is a classic sugar-containing energy drink, designed to provide a quick energy boost and enhance alertness and concentration thanks to a combination of caffeine, taurine, sugar and B vitamins.

🧾 Composition and ingredients

• Water, carbonated with CO₂

• Sugar, glucose syrup

• Taurine (0.4%) – a common ingredient in energy drinks

• Caffeine (approx. 0.03% → approximately 160 mg per 500 ml) – a stimulant that boosts energy and alertness

• Ginseng root extract (Panax ginseng)

• L-carnitine L-tartrate

• D-glucuronolactone

• Inositol

• Acidity regulators (citric acid, sodium citrate)

• Flavourings

• Preservatives (potassium sorbate)

• B vitamins:

  • Niacin (B3)

  • Pantothenic acid (B5)

  • Vitamin B6

  • Vitamin B12

☕ Taste and character

Flavour profile: sweet, distinctive and full-bodied flavour with the typical ‘Monster’ aroma, slightly fizzy.
Character: a strong, classic energy drink with a rapid energy boost thanks to its sugar and caffeine content.

📊 Nutritional information (approximate)

(per 100 ml / per 500 ml)

• Energy: ~190 kJ / 45 kcal → ~950 kJ / 225 kcal

• Carbohydrates: ~11 g / 55 g

  • of which sugars: ~11 g / 55 g

• Fat: 0 g

• Protein: 0 g

• Salt: ~0.2 g / 1 g

B vitamins: high proportion of the reference daily intake per 500 ml can.

⚡ Effects and caffeine

• Caffeine: approximately ~160 mg per 500 ml can

• Effects:

  • stimulation of the nervous system

  • increased alertness and concentration

  • rapid energy boost thanks to the sugar content

Taurine and B vitamins support energy metabolism and may help reduce feelings of tiredness.

📌 Storage and safety warnings

• High caffeine content – not suitable for children, pregnant women or breastfeeding women

• Not suitable for people who are sensitive to caffeine or have heart conditions

• Recommended maximum daily intake: 1 can (500 ml)

• Serve chilled

• Store in a cool, dry place; protect from direct sunlight

• Do not confuse with non-energy drinks

📊 Summary

• Type: carbonated energy drink

• Volume: 500 ml

• Sugar: approx. 55 g per can

• Calories: ~225 kcal per can

• Caffeine: ~160 mg per 500 ml

• Ingredients: taurine, caffeine, sugar, ginseng, L-carnitine, B vitamins

• Character: a strong, sweet energy drink with a rapid stimulating effect

💡 Tip: Monster Energy Original is the ideal choice for those who need a quick and intense energy boost, for example during physical work, a long drive or a demanding day.