Drink What the Fox Says

The Phoenix Coyotes are the NHL team based in Glendale, Arizona, about ten miles from where Andrew Kirwan stumbled upon Coyote Energy Drink. There is supposedly no relation between the two.

At a Dollar Store location Kirwan set off to find a different energy drink, one that looked different than the rest.

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The Coyote drink logo attracts the eye. When Coyote's logo was first introduced to Pasadena, Calif. teenager Angel Mungia he said the can looked really cool.

After mere seconds of thought Kirwan and I agreed the logo looked familiar.

Energy drinks and action sports tend to share a symbiotic relationship. Fox Action Sports is a company that has produced clothing and other products for many years. 

Growing up, Kirwan, myself and others bought into brands due to their cool logos. Fox's logo can be seen all over their website.

Whether a logo is cool or not is always up to the consumer.

Kirwan said Coyote had a different smooth taste compared to other energy drinks.

The energy content is "not as high" as RipIt but packs more of a kick than Red Bull said Kirwan.

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Getting a clear concept of why the taste is good and different is important.

"It has it's own unique flavor. It isn't really like other drinks. That is why I will buy it again. It may be the best energy drink people have not heard of yet," said Kirwan. 

Mungia wouldn't try the drink because he feels being 16-years-old is too young to have energy drinks.

Check back soon for more energy drink options for your busy life.

Take Charge

I've always wanted to open up a metaphoric can of whoop-ass on my busy schedule.

WhoopAss is a Jones soda brand energy drink.

The drink packs a high amount of caffeine, sugar and some taurine into a 16 ounce can. 

The name stands outs a strong marketing scheme to a busy generation of millennials.

"I've never tried it but I sure want to now," said college student and avid skier Brandon Leader.

The name is what inspired NrgyDrink blog correspondant Andrew Kirwan to buy one for his first time.

"The sugary Dragonfruit flavor reminds me of Jones soda but better," said Kirwan.

The website boasts WhoopAss is an energy supplement and not an energy drink. The can names the drink an "energy drink."

The drink aids in muscle recovery and contains vitamin supplements including yerba mate which other energy drinks don't include.

The selection for energy drinks contain a wide variety of energy content related to the price of the drink.

Compared to other drinks reviewed Kirwan says WhoopAss has more immediate energy than RipIt and similar overall energy.

An eight pack of WhoopAss is a little expensive on Amazon.

Kirwan said he bought the drink on sale for one dollar per can.

Kirwan thinks he will start to buy more of this energy drink.

WhoopAss's website claims to have revamped the formula about three years ago.

Consumer reviews appear to enjoy the newer formula which contains 200 mg of caffeine compared to the original 100 mg per 16-oz can.

When I asked Kirwan to compare WhoopAss to Red Bull Kirwan said, "Red Bull is a joke with their eight ounce cans."

I am starting to agree with him on that notion.

Get a Little Hi-Ball

This week's energy drink Hi-Ball highlights an energy drink that is organic.

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Started ten years ago, Hi-Ball offers the first energy drink with no sugar, calories or sweeteners of any kind.

Hi-Ball's sugar-free option is classified by the company as a "sparkling energy drink" due to the fizzy soda-like carbonation with a crisp refreshing taste.

The website pre-loads a backdrop reading, "It's Good Energy."

"I've never seen an organic one until this one," says Atla Dena store clerk John Kim.

There are other organic energy drinks on the market but Hi-Ball is one of the most widely distributed organic energy products in the United States. Amazon, Costco and Whole Foods are three major retailers of Hi-Ball.

Many reviews positively highlight the lack of sugars and calories in the drink. 

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A few other reviews highlight the absolutely rancid taste of the drink. One user is bold enough to compare the taste to cough syrup.

Blog correspondent Andrew Kirwan recently tried Hi-Ball's cranberry-apple flavor energy drink.

The drink has 120-calroies and 30-grams of "organic" sugar in the 16-ounce can.

Before trying the drink today, Kirwan had never heard of Hi-Ball.

Kirwan recently purchased Hi-Ball in attempt to spice up the variety of this blog's content (and to stay awake of course) at a Smith's grocery store in Las Vegas, Nevada.

There is no taurine content in Hi-Ball.

The front of the can boasts "organic sugar" and here are some ingredients listed on the back...

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Kirwan says Hi-Ball has more energy than Red Bull but less than Rip It.


Check out a new drink next week!

Refreshers - Mixing Starbucks Coffee into a Fruity Energy Drink

Starbucks has expanded the ways people are able to stay awake.

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Starbucks Refreshers are a trendy way to stay alert and focused during a long day.

Consumers are able to drink a beverage with their favorite Starbucks logo and not have to add milk or sugar.

Caffeine is evolving into many different forms.

Starbucks uses an unroasted coffee bean extract in this juice-heavy energy drink.

Andrew Kirwan first tried Refreshers after buying a variety pack at Costco.

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Three major flavors sold in stores are Blueberry Acai, Raspberry Pomegranate and Strawberry Lemonade. These are not your traditional flavors for drinking "coffee." 


Andrew says this is a good energy drink for those who want a great tasting source of energy.


"Refreshers taste better than Red Bull or coffee but are way less acidic," said Kirwan.


Kirwan sites the lower amount of sugar and vitamins as a strength of Refreshers.


A unique quality is the variety of forms Refreshers are sold.


Starbucks makes different flavors that can be ordered in stores. This is made with fresh fruit and served on ice.


Starbucks also offers a powder form to be purchased and mixed with water. This option is available in single servings and is useful for busy individuals on-the-go.


Andrew says the "real fruit juice" really sets this energy drink apart from others.


Andrew first tried this drink almost a year ago.

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The flavors and familiarity of the Starbucks brand made Andrew comfortable trying it.


Andrew doesn't regularly buy this energy drink but finds it to be slightly more affordable than Red Bull.


For more on Refreshers check out the buzz amongst consumers of this relatively new energy juice for adults.


Be sure to check back for a new drink next week!