Monster has always prided itself on being an energy drink, leading the energy drink market with its refreshing efficiency and wide range of flavor options.
 
Monster has only introduced two drinks to the Chinese market, the most common is the Original Black on Green Claw, which is priced at about 6 yuan for 330ml. The taste of this black can of Monster is not outstanding, with an excess of sweetness and medicinal flavor in the mouth, combined with full bubbles, as if you are drinking a can of aerated Red Bull. However, when Monster was introduced to China, it reversed course, adjusted the sodium and potassium content in the formula, and aligned itself with the rigid electrolyte requirements of the national standard for sports drinks, repositioning itself as an "energy-based vitamin sports drink". Due to its energy drink origin, the black can Monster still contains a certain amount of caffeine; Caffeine has been proven to have a certain effect on promoting exercise, and ingesting caffeine before long-term exercise such as marathons can effectively delay fatigue, but it takes a certain amount of time to exert its effect, so it is best to drink 30-60 minutes before exercise, and it can also enhance the fat burning efficiency by about 15%.
 
However, compared with many professional sports drinks, Monster has a higher sodium concentration and a sugar content of nearly 8%, which is almost in the list of hypertonic drinks, which is not conducive to rapid hydration during exercise. Carbonated gas can also cause stomach bloating and discomfort, and drinking large amounts of carbonated drinks may also cause stomach cramps and even vomiting during exercise. It's not the best choice when you're sweating profusely, it's better to think of it as a regular pick-me-up, and the best way to maximize the Monster's athletic power is to drink it with water 30-60 minutes before and after your workout.
 
Another Monster that has already entered the Chinese market is the White Can Sugar-Free Ultra Zero, which is no longer a stumbling block to hydration, but it is still full of bubbles and the sodium and potassium content does not meet the national standard, so it cannot be considered a qualified sports drink.