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There’s nothing worse than folding into your office chair after a long lunch and avoiding the rest of your to-do list. In an attempt to combat the dreaded afternoon slump with something new (and delicious), we asked three HQ’rs to try popular, better-for-you energy drinks and give us their honest thoughts. Read on for everything they taste-tested.
What We Tested...
Red Bull (Seasonal Editions) ($7.55+/4-pack, Amazon)
Gorgie Energy Drink ($31.99/12-pack, Amazon)
Ghost® Energy ($2.49 ea., Walmart)
Red Bull (Seasonal Editions)...
It’s true, our soft spot for Red Bull stems from our college days — but these seasonal flavors will carry us well into adulthood. Special edition flavors include strawberry apricot, juneberry, wild berries, and more. We also love that you can grab the same flavors sugar-free. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)
Gorgie Energy Drink…
We couldn’t say no to a female-founded energy drink brand. Its perfectly fizzy formula includes 150 mg of caffeine derived from green tea leaves, as well as biotin for stronger hair, skin, and nails. We give it bonus points for sneaking in a few B vitamins, too. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)
Ghost® Energy…
Don’t let the loud branding fool you — this energy beverage is all about transparency. You can read the exact dosage of every single active ingredient right on the label. Some highlights include 200 mg of natural caffeine and 1,000 mg of Carnipure L-Carnitine, which helps transform fatty acids into energy. Plus, each flavor is vegan-friendly, sugar-free, and gluten-free. ($2.49 ea., Walmart)
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