28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY

Posted on November 22, 2019 | Last updated February 9, 2025

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY
Released in 2015 as one of the two sour series from the early design of 28 BLACK, this product has remained a long-seller even after the design renewal. It is also imported and sold in Japan, so many of you may have tried one of the 28 BLACK series products.

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY

Manufacturer	28BLACK
Country of Origin	Germany
Price	1.19 EUR
Flavor	Cherry
Total rating	★★★☆☆

Author information Author: Energy Drink-kun

In 2001, while living in the United States, I encountered energy drinks through the dance scene and was deeply impressed. After returning to Japan, I found that energy drinks were considered novelty beverages, so I established a comprehensive website in 2013 to share the true appeal of energy drinks. As an energy drink enthusiast, I began drinking them seriously again, collecting over 7,000 varieties of energy drinks from various countries. I am also active as a critic and expert, receiving media interviews.

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY Taste

The moment you open it, a rich and classic concentrated cherry juice aroma fills the air. It's the kind of scent that anyone would recognize as "cherry flavor!"

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY
The clear, non-cloudy liquid and this deep red color really stand out, giving you a sense of the intense hue. This color and the rich cherry scent match perfectly, and it definitely tempts you.

The taste is just as intense as the color, with a rich tartness that feels like you've bitten into the fruit and released its juice. There's a subtle sweetness and bitterness that follow, and the strong aroma lingers, with the tartness continuing to resonate in your stomach.

There’s little aftertaste, and the mild tartness stays on your tongue. Since the sourness is strong throughout, some people might find it a bit too sour and hard to drink. Personally, I have no problem with this level of tartness. As I mentioned earlier, it really has that juicy, bursting-with-flavor cherry fruitiness that I love (๑´ڡ`๑).

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY Energy Ingredients

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY
It contains 80mg of caffeine, but no taurine. It's suitable for vegans and free of gluten and lactose, which is standard across the 28 BLACK series.

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY Design

The 28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY has been produced with the same simple design from its early days.

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY
Along with the original first generation, classic, sugar-free, and sour apple flavors, the sour cherry was released as part of the "Sour Series" and can be considered part of the second generation of 28 BLACK products.

After the design renewal, new products were introduced, and some discontinued, but the 28 BLACK Sour Cherry has continued to be produced and sold in various countries. The cherry flavor is definitely exceptional!

With the redesign, the can design now matches the color and taste of the drink perfectly.

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY
The tab is a silver one. It would be nice if they introduced more colorful tabs to match the vibrant can designs.

28 BLACK Sour Cherry is also imported into Japan, so be sure to give it a try.

28 BLACK SOUR CHERRY
It’s a bit pricey in Japan, which makes it hard to drink regularly, but it's worth trying at least once. Enjoy the rich cherry flavor and tartness!