PepPod Effervescent Energy Drink Review
Cost: $1.49 (cheaper in bulk)
Cost Per Ounce:NA
Active Ingredients:Caffeine, Taurine, B-Vitamins
Taste Rating:8.5
Kick Rating:8.3
Final Judgment Rating:8.4
Energy Drink Ratings Explained
PepPod Effervescent Energy Drink Review:
Well it has been a whole year since I have reviewed any Energy Drinks or at least I have yet to review one this year. Since I have some personal New Year's resolutions to take care of that involve my overall health and well being, I figured I would start the New Year with a review of a rather healthy energy drink... PepPod Effervescent. This drink has only 1 calorie, 1 carb and no sugar and it even contains some electrolytes. So basically, the PepPod Effervescent energy drink is supposed to be a healthier alternative to your normal everyday sugar laden ED's. So let's see how it performs in the taste and kick categories.
PepPod Effervescent Energy Drink Review: Taste
First off this is basically a Pod (or effervescent dissolvable tablet) that you mix in water. You can tailor the taste to your liking by mixing it with more or less water (8 to 16 ounces). I chose to mix it with 8 ounces of water... After dropping the Pod in I had to wait about 2 minutes for it to completely dissolve. The first drink gave me a not too bad orange citrus taste followed up by what can be described as a grapefruit taste. I know this doesn't sound like the best taste concoction on the market, but to my surprise I actually liked it (usually I am not a huge fan of citrus drinks). It was a little bitter, but I don't believe it was from any medicinal aftertaste. I think the slight bitterness came from the grapefruit flavoring. Either way I was quite pleased and I think PepPod Effervescent would make a great addition to my breakfast menu. Taste Rating - 8.5
PepPod Effervescent Energy Drink Review: Kick
So the taste was pretty solid, but will this tiny pod give off any energy? Well with energy ingredients like caffeine (more than a typical cup of coffee, so probably slightly more than 80 milligrams), 200 milligrams of taurine and a pretty substantial amount of b-vitamins the PepPod Effervescent Energy Drink gave me a nice wakeup call. I would compare it to maybe a 12 ounce RedBull. Not the strongest on the market, but it gave a nice jitter free kick that lasted several hours without any crash at the end. The best part is it only has one calorie! Kick Rating - 8.3
PepPod Effervescent Energy Drink Review: Final Judgment
So I started the new year with a healthier alternative (PepPod contains vitamins and antioxidants) to your normal everyday ED and I was pleased. The kick was adequate and the taste was actually quite refreshing. The portability is a nice feature as well. The only place I know of where you can currently get them is online. If anyone knows where else you can get them, feel free to chime in below in the comments section. Final Judgment - 8.4
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4 Comments:
I just read your review on PepPod, I have tried this drink and really like it. The kick is pretty good, no jitters and I can carry a couple in my backpack which is pretty cool! Looking forward to seeing these guys do more with the effervescent energy drink idea!
I tried this new drink and I am hooked! I enjoy it in the morning, made with hot water from the tap, so it's like an orange tea, with a hint of vanilla. I don't use so much water because I like it strong and hot...like I like my...well anyway...it leaves me feeling awake and alert with an overall sense of well-being. I would never drink a RedBull or something like that, because of the health issues, but this is a healthy drink so it makes me feel good that I'm taking care of myself. My son, who is in high-school, drinks a cup every morning before school. He has to be at band practice at 6:30 AM so this warm fruity tea is a great start. Plus it's healthy!!
I carry a few in my purse all the time, just in case I feel the need for a wakeup call.
I give it two thumbs up!!!
Hot water and tea is a good idea... I bet this would work pretty good. Might have to give it a try myself.
I just found this review- I wasn't sure who had heard of this product. They sell these at my gym in Boulder. I have also seen them at at gas station in Denver. I ordered some boxes online after trying them at the gym- they make my workouts much, much better and I have lost weight since starting them, not sure if it is the product or that I work out harder with the extra energy. Anyway, just wanted to chime in because this is the first "energy" product I have found that I actually use and like. Cheers!
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