Red Bull
Distributed by Red Bull USA
Caffeine Content: 80mg/8.4oz. Kings of the standard.
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Ingredients: carbonated water, sucrose, glucose, citric acid, taurine, sodium citrates, magnesium carbonate, caffeine, glucuronolactone, inositol, niacinamide, calcium-pantothenate, pyridoxine HCL, vitamin b12, natural and artificial flavors and colors.
Can Design: Silver can, checkered with deep blue, though the vertical lines are at a diagonal slant. Logo in the center.
Lethal Stats (per 8.4 oz.):
Caffeine Intox.(?): about 4 cans
Hospitalization Amt.(?): 37 cans
Kill Count: 151 cans
Kick(?): Citrus and sugar give you a little kick, and, honestly? Lightly carbonated, isn’t. Especially when you chug it. ESPECIALLY when you chug it.
Buzz(?): It’s awake. It won’t jolt you awake like, um… Jolt. But it’s there, and it’ll take you from, “Hey, I’m kinda tired” to, “Hey, I’m not really that tired.” Yep.
Taste: It’s sweet, vaguely citrus… and we can’t shake the feeling that we may be drinking someone’s sweat. Save the Chuck Norris jokes, though. We’ve heard ‘em all.
Design: Red Bull is one of the most easily recognizable cans on the market. It was originally sold in 8 oz. cans, then they stepped it up, continuously. For a bit. In any case, if you feel like being a stereotypical dude, stock a few packs of these next to your beer in the fridge. Your buddies will quietly crown you hardcore.
Interestingly enough, not many people like Red Bull. But don’t let that stop you from trying it. Like many things (beer included), Red Bull is an acquired taste. And there’s an exclusive secret club they’ll ask you to join if you end up acquiring it. No lie.
Difficulty of Procurement: Red Bull is almost everywhere. If there’s an energy drink section, there’s probably a Red Bull somewhere. Often, they’ll even get their own fridge.
