📦 Basic information

Product: Semtex Original Energy Drink 500 ml — energy drink
Form: non-carbonated, non-alcoholic energy drink (500 ml can)
Brand: Semtex
Type: classic energy drink containing sugar, caffeine, taurine and B vitamins, designed to provide a quick boost of energy and alertness during the day or during physical or mental exertion.

🧾 Composition and ingredients

• Water

• Sugar

• Glucose-fructose syrup

• Taurine (400 mg/100 ml)

• Acidity regulators: citric acid, sodium citrates

• Caffeine (32 mg/100 ml)

• Flavourings

• Colouring: E150d (caramel)

• Antioxidant: L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C)

• Vitamins:

  • niacin (vitamin B3)

  • pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)

  • vitamin B6

  • riboflavin (vitamin B2)

☕ Taste and character

Flavour profile: a sweet and invigorating flavour with the typical ‘energy drink’ character.
Character: a strong energy drink with a classic flavour, providing a boost thanks to a combination of sugar, caffeine and taurine.

📊 Nutritional information (approximate)

(per 100 ml / per 500 ml)

• Energy: ~200 kJ / 47 kcal → ~1,000 kJ / ~235 kcal

• Carbohydrates: ~11 g / ~55 g

  • of which sugars: ~11 g / ~55 g

• Fat: < 0.5 g / < 2.5 g

• Protein: < 0.5 g / < 2.5 g

• Salt: < 0.01 g / < 0.05 g

• B vitamins:

  • Niacin ~4.8 mg / ~24 mg (30% NRV)

  • Pantothenic acid ~1.8 mg / ~9 mg (30% NRV)

  • Vitamin B6 ~0.42 mg / ~2.1 mg (30% NRV)

  • Riboflavin ~0.42 mg / ~2.1 mg (30% NRV)
    NRV = Nutrient Reference Values for an average adult.

⚡ Effects and caffeine

• Caffeine: approx. 32 mg per 100 ml → ~160 mg per 500 ml can.

• Effects: Caffeine stimulates the central nervous system, increasing alertness and concentration. 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 or breastfeeding women, or people sensitive to caffeine.

• Consume in moderation.

• Best served chilled.

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Once opened, store in a cool place and consume within 3 days.

📊 Summary

• Type: energy drink – non-carbonated

• Volume: 500 ml

• Sugar: approx. 55 g per can

• Calories: approx. 235 kcal per can

• Caffeine: approx. 160 mg per can

• Ingredients: water, sugars, taurine, caffeine, B vitamins, flavourings and antioxidants

• Character: a classic energy drink with an intense stimulating effect.

💡 Tip: Semtex Original is a popular alternative to classic energy drinks such as Red Bull or Monster, often offering better value for money whilst providing a comparable stimulating effect.