Monster energy drink does everything it can to be like Red Bull. The taste is similar, the ingredients are identical, and they target the male/18-25 demographic. Though, they do have one distinct advantage over Red Bull–quantity. The Monster energy drink comes in a monstrous (pardon the pun) 16 oz. can, whereas Red Bull only offers 8.3 oz cans. So, you’re essentially getting twice the product at the same price ($2 per can).
As stated earlier, Monster’s taste is virtually the same as Red Bull (i.e. carbonated cough syrup). In my experience, the only difference is Monster has a somewhat sweeter aftertaste. This might be due to a higher amount of sugar content.
If you aren’t a fan of the high-sugar Monster, they offer a low sugar/low carbohydrate version (yes, they mimicked Red Bull here too). This is perfect for anyone on a reduced sugar/carb diet. The taste difference between the regular and the low sugar/carb version is pretty much unnoticeable.
Personally, I believe Monster is a very good energy drink and definitely gives you the best bang for your buck.
Monster Energy Drink Ingredients and Nutrition Facts:
-Carbonated water, sucrose, glucose, citric acid, taurine, sodium citrate, l-carnitine, panax ginseng root extract, ascorbic acid, caffeine, sodium chloride, niacinamide, riboflavin, guarana seed extract, inositol, glucuronalactone, pyridoxine hydrochloride, cyanobalmin
-Serving size 8 fl oz; servings per container 2; calories 100; total carbs 26g; sugars 26g; vitamin c 60mg; riboflavin 1.7mg; niacin 20mg; vitamin b6 2mg; vitamin b12 6mcg; sodium 180mg; taurine 1000mg; panax-ginseng 200mg; energy blend 2500mg
Low-Carb Monster Ingredients and Nutrition Facts:
-Carbonated water, sucrose, glucose, citric acid, taurine, sodium citrate, color added, panax ginseng root extract, l-carnitine, maltodextrin, potassium sorbate, sodium and sulfate, caffeine, ascorbic acid, sodium benzoate, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, sodium chloride, guarana seed extract, inositol, glucuronolactone, niacinamide, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin, cyanocobalamin
-Serving size 8 fl oz; servings per container 2; calories 10; total carbs 3g; sugars 3g; vitamin c 60mg; riboflavin 1.7mg; niacin 20mg; vitamin b6 2mg; vitamin b12 6mcg; sodium 180mg; taurine 1000mg; panax-ginseng 200mg; energy blend 2500mg