Baikal Energy Drink with Earthy Blueberry and Cherry - a Tasty but Misleading Flavor
check_circlePros
- Tastes great, especially the blueberry flavor
- Decent energy boost to get you going
- Nice packaging, the can looks modern and sleek
- Affordable price point
- Convenient to grab and go
- Variety of flavors to choose from
cancelContras
- Flavor description is misleading
- Not the best energy boost I've had
- Can be too sweet for some tastes
- Not as effective as some other energy drinks
- Some users may not like the strong blueberry taste
- Not the best value for money, considering the ingredients
Editor's Summary
I tried Baikal Energy Drink with Earthy Blueberry and Cherry, and while it tastes great, the flavor description is way off. The drink has a strong blueberry taste, but it's not earthy at all. I was expecting a more subtle flavor, but it's actually quite sweet. The energy boost is decent, but not the best I've had. I'd recommend it for a quick pick-me-up, but don't expect it to revolutionize your day. The packaging is nice, though - the can looks sleek and modern. Overall, it's a solid choice, but not without its flaws.
Specifications
Baikal Energy Drink with Earthy Blueberry and Cherry - a Tasty but Misleading Flavor
Hello fellow readers!
I've been a fan of Baikal energy drinks for a while now, and when I saw the new Earthy Blueberry and Cherry flavor, I just had to try it.
As a self-proclaimed energy drink aficionado, I've tried my fair share of fizzy drinks, and I'm excited to share my thoughts on this one.
Let's get started!
A bit of background information.
Country of origin: Russia,
Volume: 0.45ml,
Product direction: carbonated drink, energy drink,
Some key specs:
Energy value per 100g
45 kcal
Carbohydrates per 100g
11g
Price: 55-75r per unit, depending on the store, Where to buy: Major retail stores like "Magnit".
Package, design, functionality.
The energy drink comes in a standard bottle. The design is super cute and attractive.
Design and packagingThe bottle's color scheme is psychedelic (those eyes are quite something), but the design is very creative. Take a look for yourself.
Baikal Natural Energy Blackberry and RaspberryExpiration date.
The expiration date is printed on the bottom of the bottle.
Back of the bottleThe sides of the bottle have all the information about the ingredients, minerals, and vitamins (in a standard table) and more.
CapThe cap is standard, not flimsy, and doesn't fall apart in your hands, even if you're a master bottle-opener like me.
Baikal Natural Energy Blackberry and RaspberryI have no complaints about the functionality or design. The design is great, despite the somewhat over-the-top psychedelic theme.
How long does the drink last.
For me, 0.45ml (why not 0.5ml?) is enough to get a boost and feel refreshed. It's actually a bit too much, I prefer a smaller dose. But it's intuitive that one bottle = one serving.
Appearance, color, and texture. Foam volume and carbonation levels.
Oddly enough, the drink's color is similar to the original Baikal, but it should be more earthy or berry-like, but never mind.
Baikal Natural Energy Earthy and Berry Energy DrinkThe color is brown, almost opaque.
The aroma is similar to the original drink's, but with a hint of earthy-strawberry undertones.
Baikal Natural Energy Earthy and Berry Energy DrinkThe taste is strange.
The drink tastes good, again similar to the original with a strawberry aftertaste. I'll elaborate on the taste later.
Carbonation and foam levels are medium.
Don't expect the foam to settle quickly, but there are bubbles present.
Ingredients.
The ingredients are standard for an affordable energy drink.
water, sugar, acidity regulators citric acid, sodium citrate 3-substituted; food coloring sugar color IV, concentrated juices: apple, aronia, cherry, black currant, red currant, blueberry, raspberry, elderberry, strawberry, raspberry, cloudberry, blackberry, cranberry, citrus, vitamin B6, vitamin B12. Natural flavorings (containing eucalyptus, cardamom, and lemon oils), eleutherococcus extract, vitamins B6 and B12. Formation of natural sediment is allowed due to the characteristics of the raw materials.
Product description and manufacturer's promises.
Baikal Natural Energy energy drinks are natural energy drinks of the new generation with a natural taste, as they contain natural toning ingredients – natural caffeine and eleutherococcus, have a rich and natural taste, without taurine, without preservatives. The unique earthy-berry flavor has a rich taste and aroma of ripe berries
What I'd expect from this product.
A pleasant taste, ideally one that's similar to the original Baikal's taste,A boost that lasts for 4-5 hours. For an affordable drink, that would be a reasonable expectation,The absence of side effects such as allergies, tachycardia, and the like.About me.
I love energy drinks, and fizzy drinks in general. I used to drink a can a day. Now, my gasteritis prevents me from doing that. Additionally, my sleep has improved, and I'm sleeping and waking up at a normal time.
I drink energy drinks mostly out of habit. I also enjoy trying new products and writing about them.
My experience.
I bought several cans, and I'll probably buy this drink again. Yeah, I will!
Build quality
The taste is good. But it's a weird taste. It's because the taste of the drink is advertised as "raspberry and strawberry". In fact, it's the same old "Baikal" with a raspberry flavor and a subtle aftertaste. I don't see any strawberry there. No wonder. I suspect that the strawberry flavor just can't fit in. Otherwise, it would be a flavor chaos.There is a boost of energy. Small. For three hours. I'd say the energizing properties of the drink are pretty average. But there's no tremor, restlessness, or insomnia. Roughly speaking, after four hours, you can go to sleep peacefully. The drink is not a diuretic at all.No problems with the digestive system, nor any allergies, I've noticed. The drink is not sharp, and there's no excessive gas in it.A moderate number of bubbles and foam. So to speak, the golden mean. The drink doesn't make you sneeze, you don't have to wait for the foam to settle or the gas level to decrease. Personally, I love both abundant foam and any kind of drink.Overall
The drink doesn't kick in strongly, it rather gives a short energy boost. The boost is weak, so those who like "kicking in" drinks, Baikal's "Raspberry" won't suit them.
I think the price is quite reasonable, but it could be cheaper. I'd give it four
Here are the brief conclusions
Energy drink Baikal "Natural Energy" Raspberry and Strawberry.
Tasty,Boosts energy,No side effects.Minuses:
No strawberry flavor,Short period of energizing action.Verdict: Four and I recommend. Try it out!
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