Alani Nu KIMADE

Posted on October 30, 2024 | Last updated January 27, 2025

Released in July 2023, Alani Nu KIMADE was created in collaboration with Kim Kardashian.

While many celebrity collaborations feature the celebrity’s image prominently on the can design, KIMADE stands out by keeping it simple and only using the distinctive Alani Nu logo. This minimalist approach, with its impactful logo, actually made it stand out on store shelves. Now, let’s dive into a detailed review.

Alani Nu KIMADE

Manufacturer	Alani Nu
Country of Origin	USA
Price	2.69 USD
Flavor	Lemonade
Total rating	★★★★★

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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.

Flavor of Alani Nu KIMADE

Upon opening, the sweet and tangy scent of lemon and grapefruit candy fills the air. Ah, this is clearly pink lemonade, I immediately thought. Let’s give it a try.
Flavor of Alani Nu KIMADE
As I take a sip, the sweet and tangy pink lemonade flavor spreads across my palate. The candy-like aftertaste lingers in a way that makes it hard to believe it’s zero sugar, and it provides a satisfying, well-rounded taste. The first impression is simply an exquisite pink lemonade.

There’s also a refreshing note that reminds me of the lychee-like flavor found in Monster Energy Ultra series, adding a layer of complexity to the pink lemonade flavor. The balance between the satisfying pink lemonade and the refreshing aftertaste makes it incredibly easy to drink.

I wasn’t expecting much from the flavor before trying it, but the perfection and satisfaction of the pink lemonade flavor blew me away. The aftertaste lingers just enough, leaving a refreshing finish. Of course, there’s no off-putting artificial sweetness, which makes this a fantastic flavor that would sell well even without Kim Kardashian’s involvement. I was truly surprised by how great it tasted.

Even though it was released in the summer, by fall, stock was running low, and I noticed that the inventory at stores seemed to be shrinking every time I visited. I wonder if the high demand is due to the celebrity collaboration or simply because the flavor is so good that it has many repeat customers. Personally, I loved the taste so much that I found myself wanting to repurchase it again and again, earning it my highest rating.

Energy Ingredients of Alani Nu KIMADE

Energy Ingredients of Alani Nu KIMADE
Contains 200mg of caffeine, taurine, theanine, ginseng, carnitine, glucuronolactone, and guarana.

Design of Alani Nu KIMADE

The can is a solid pink color, featuring a stretched version of the Alani Nu logo, which is different from their usual design.
Design of Alani Nu KIMADE
The simple logo-only design stands out quite a bit among the diverse Alani Nu product lineup, making KIMADE particularly eye-catching and impactful.

Instead of using a photo of Kim Kardashian, the design cleverly reflects her unique world through just the logo. This was a cool approach.

Design of Alani Nu KIMADE
The product name "KIMADE" makes sense now—Kim Kardashian’s take on an "ADE," like lemonade, tailored to her.

A powerful collaboration with Kim Kardashian that leaves a strong impression across all generations.
Design of Alani Nu KIMADE
There’s no visible reference to Kim Kardashian on the can design, but since visuals can be widely promoted through social media, I think this collaboration works well without disrupting Alani Nu’s brand image, benefiting both parties.