📦 Basic information
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Product: Monster Energy Rio Punch
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Type: Carbonated non-alcoholic energy drink — Juiced / fruit flavour
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Brand: Monster Energy
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Volume: 500 ml can
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Style: A combination of exotic fruit flavours inspired by ‘punch’ cocktails — fruity, tropical notes
🧾 Composition and ingredients
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Water, sugar (sucrose)
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Fruit juices from concentrate (~2 %): apple, white grape, papaya, mango
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Glucose syrup
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Carbon dioxide (carbonation)
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Taurine (~0.4 %)
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Caffeine: ~0.03 % → approx. ~160 mg / 500 ml (≈ 32 mg/100 ml)
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Acids (citric, malic)
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Panax ginseng root extract (~0.08 %)
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Acidity regulators (sodium citrates)
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Sweetener: sucralose
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B vitamins: B3 (niacin), B6, B2 (riboflavin), B12
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L-carnitine L-tartrate, inositol
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Preservative (potassium sorbate), colour (E129)
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Flavourings, stabiliser (glycerol esters of wood resins), maltodextrin
🍹 Taste and character
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Profile: Tropical fruit punch style — sweet, fruity flavours of a blend of papaya, mango and grape/small apple.
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Character: A carbonated and fruity energy drink with a distinctive ‘punch’ of fruit flavour, sweeter than classic ‘energy-only’ drinks
📊 Nutritional information
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Per 500 ml |
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| Energy | ~130 kJ / ~30 kcal | ~648 kJ / ~152 kcal (≈ 8 % RDA) |
| Carbohydrates | ~7.7 g | ~38 g (≈ 15 % RDA) |
| – of which sugars | ~7.0 g | ~35 g (≈ 39 % RDA) |
| Salt | ~0.10 g | ~0.51 g (≈ 9 % RDA) |
| Niacin (B3) | ~8.5 mg (≈ 53 % RDA) | ~43 mg (≈ 266 % RDA) |
| Vitamin B6 | ~0.80 mg (≈ 57 % RDA) | ~4.0 mg (≈ 286 % RDA) |
| Riboflavin (B2) | ~0.70 mg (≈ 50 % RDA) | ~3.5 mg (≈ 250 % RDA) |
| Vitamin B12 | ~2.5 µg (≈ 100% RDA) | ~13 µg (≈ 500 % RDI) |
RDI = Recommended Daily Intake for an average adult.
⚡ Effects and caffeine
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Caffeine: ~160 mg per 500 ml — a typical amount found in 500 ml energy drinks → stimulates alertness and attention.
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Other ingredients: Taurine, ginseng, L-carnitine, inositol and B vitamins support energy metabolism and help reduce feelings of tiredness.
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The high sugar content provides a quick energy boost, but also makes the drink higher in calories.
📌 Storage and safety
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Store: in a dry, cool and dark place.
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Serve: preferably well chilled.
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Warning:
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High caffeine content → not suitable for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those who are sensitive to caffeine; consume in moderation.
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The sugar content is significant; if you are monitoring your sugar intake, please consider the quantity.
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The colouring agent E129 may affect attention or activity in sensitive individuals.
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💡 Quick tips
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Great as a fruity energy boost — best enjoyed chilled.
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Ideal during the day or for activities requiring a quick energy boost.
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Avoid drinking it just before bedtime due to the caffeine.
