5-Hour Energy Extra Strength Shots Tidal Twist Flavor, 24 Count (1.93 fl oz)

Worked Great to Boost my Workout Energy
I have used the standard 5-hour Energy drinks before, but had never tried the ‘Extra Strength’ version. So when I got the opportunity to try them out I jumped at it. I mainly use these drinks for a pre-workout boost, which is how I tested this one.The manufacturer recommends either consuming 1/2 a bottle for ‘moderate energy’ or a full bottle for ‘maximum energy’. They also suggest no more than 2 bottles daily; consumed several hours apart. Since I was testing the benefits of use as a pre-workout energy booster, I went for the full bottle.The first thing I noted was the flavor. The name ‘Tidal Twist’ implies something tropical, and the first flavor I picked up was a hint of coconut, with sort of a fruit background. As with most energy drinks, the flavor is not great, but it definitely is not unpleasant.Of course the reason I was taking the energy shot was to boost my workout. Per the manufacturer each bottle (shot) contains the caffeine equivalent to a 12-oz cup of premium coffee (230 mg), in addition to an ‘energy blend’. I took the shot roughly 30 minutes prior to starting my workout, which was a 50-minute stationary cycling workout followed by some light weight lifting. I definitely had an added boost to my endurance, which was measured in my average RPMs and calories burned on the ride. I also still had good energy for the weights, and there was no post-workout crash.A concern I have with any energy boosting supplement is potential stomach upset. I am happy to say I did not experience any negative side effects. One effect of note, which is mentioned by the manufacturer is potential for ‘niacin flushing’. I can definitely say I did run hotter, and sweat more, during the workout after taking this energy shot. But, I did not view this as a negative so did not deduct from the product rating for it.

My favorite kind of vitamin energy drink, not my favorite flavor.
I have tried other brands of energy drinks as well as different flavors of this same vitamin energy drink and found that this is the best kind of energy drink for my focus and relief from tiredness. I use half a bottle in the morning and the other half midday. I haven’t noticed any unsteadiness or jitters, which is wonderful compared to other caffeine drinks that have left me feeling shaky. This vitamin drink has lots of vitamin b though also a lot of caffeine, but doesn’t give me a let down or crash feeling at all. It’s easy to take and since they are so well sealed and the screw lids stay on well, I can carry it around, even after I drink half of it, the second half doesn’t spill out.However, this particular flavor is not my favorite. It’s kind of a sour sweet tangy taste, but there’s a metallic taste that I don’t get from other flavors.

New flavor, same 5-hour energy extra strength
Energy level seemed on par with other 5-hour energy extra strength flavors, same amount of side effects as well (nothing new there). As someone who doesn’t particularly enjoy the taste of most flavors of these, I can say these aren’t any better or worse for me. They do have a hint of “tropical” pineapple/coconut and a terrible after taste (which again seems standard) but for the most part I’m in it for the energy and not the flavor. I could see me buying these again. The price is a bit much, but if you are buying these individually at a convenience store every day Amazon could be saving you some cash.

Good pick me up
I thought this was a little hard to drink because I thought it wasted kind of bad. The flavor does taste tropical. Something like coconut, but it was a little bitter and also incredibly sweet. Luckily each bottle is relatively small.It did give me energy, though it also made me a bit unfocused and jittery. I don’t recommend downing the whole bottle, but taking little sips especially for those who aren’t used to energy drinks.