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TAURINE

Taurine is a conditionally essential amino acid which is naturally occurring in the human body. “Conditionally essential” means that in some situations or under certain conditions, as for example, in situations of high stress or physical exertion, increased amounts of taurine are eliminated from the body and cannot be replaced by the body in sufficient amounts.

Taurine is involved in vital functions of the human body. Taurine acts as an antioxidant and has been shown to promote detoxification by binding together with harmful substances and thereby accelerating their excretion from the body.

Taurine is also contained in different foodstuffs like e.g. scallops, fish or poultry and is added to most baby food.

GLUCURONOLACTONE

Glucuronolactone is a carbohydrate.
It is naturally occurring in the human body where it is involved in detoxification processes, supporting the body in eliminating waste substances from the body.

Glucuronolactone is also present in different foodstuffs such as grain or red wine.

CAFFEINE

Caffeine is known for its beneficial effects on mental and physical functions. It has been shown to improve e.g. reaction speed, alertness and concentration. Caffeine also stimulates fat-burning during endurance activities and thereby helps to use fat stores in the body which results in a more efficient supply of energy.

Caffeine is contained in many foodstuffs such as coffee tea or chocolate. One can of Red Bull Energy Drink contains approximately the same amount of caffeine as a cup of coffee.

B-GROUP VITAMINS

B-group vitamins play an important role in energy metabolism, such as the build-up and break-down of carbohydrates, fat and protein. B vitamins are also shown to support mental and physical performance.

SUCROSE 

GLUCOSE

ACESULFAME K

ASPARTAME/SUCRALOSE

WHAT IS RED BULL ENERGY SHOT?

Red Bull Energy Shot is a concentrated Red Bull Energy Drink in a 60ml bottle with the same functional ingredients as in a Red Bull Energy Drink 250 ml can.

WHAT IS RED BULL SUGARFREE SHOT?

Red Bull Sugarfree Shot is a concentrated Red Bull Sugarfree in a 60ml bottle with the same functional ingredients as in a Red Bull Sugarfree 250ml can and only 2 calories.

WHEN AND WHERE IS IT AVAILABLE?

Red Bull Energy Shot and Red Bull Sugarfree Shot were launched in the US as of April 2009, in Australia and New Zealand as of August 2009 and in Europe as of September 2009. Red Bull Energy Shots are meanwhile available in Austria, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, France Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Slovenia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK . More countries will follow in the next couple of months.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE IN THE EFFECT OF A RED BULL ENERGY DRINK CAN AND RED BULL ENERGY SHOT?

There is no difference in the effect as both products, Red Bull Energy Drink and Red Bull Energy Shot, contain the same functional ingredients. While it delivers the same functionality, Red Bull Energy Shot addresses additional consumption occasions (e.g. when chilling a can of Red Bull Energy Drink is not feasible, when wanting to limit the intake of liquid).
Energy Drinks are classified as normal foodstuffs whereas Energy Shots are generally classified as food supplements. Food supplements are concentrated sources of nutrients or other substances with a nutritional or physiological effect which are designed to be taken in measured small unit quantities. We recommend 1 shot per day.

WHEN SHOULD RED BULL ENERGY SHOT VS. RED BULL ENERGY DRINK BE CONSUMED?

Red Bull Energy Shot provides Red Bull efficacy in one sip and no carbonation, making it ideal for non-chilled, on-the-go consumption occasions. And, besides fitting in your pocket, glove-box or drawer, it also fits nicely into carry-on luggage as a shot only contains 60 ml.

HOW MANY SHOTS CAN I DRINK IN ONE DAY?

Regulatory authorities classify energy shots as food supplements and require additional labelling which include a recommended daily dosage of 1 shot per day.

IS RED BULL ENERGY SHOT CARBONATED? HOW MANY CALORIES DOES IT CONTAIN?

No. Red Bull Energy Shot and Red Bull Sugarfree Shot are not carbonated and have 27 calories and 2 calories respectively per bottle.

HOW MUCH CAFFEINE DOES IT CONTAIN?

The Red Bull Energy Shot / Red Bull Sugarfree Shot contain 80mg of caffeine per bottle (60 ml).

WHY IS RED BULL ENERGY SHOT CLASSIFIED AS “SUPPLEMENT”?

Energy Shots are generally classified as supplements. Food supplements are concentrated sources of nutrients or other substances with a nutritional or physiological effect which are designed to be taken in measured small unit quantities.

DOES IT NEED TO BE REFRIGERATED AFTER OPENING?

No, however it is recommended that Red Bull Energy Shots are consumed within 48 hours of opening.