bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE

Posted on March 18, 2019 | Last updated February 9, 2025

VPX has released several caffeine-free products, including the bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE, which contains 0mg of caffeine, separate from the usual bang line, which contains 300mg of caffeine.

"Black Cherry Vanilla" is a flavor that might be hard to imagine for many Japanese people in terms of flavor balance. Offering both high-caffeine and caffeine-free versions shows that this is definitely a product targeted at the American market.

bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE

Manufacturer	VPX
Country of Origin	USA
Price	2 USD
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.

Flavor of bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE

bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE
The bang series, including this Black Cherry Vanilla, does not use any artificial coloring. However, compared to the 300mg caffeine version, this one has a slightly yellowish tint. It's quite interesting and a bit strange that it is yellowish despite being caffeine-free.

The taste is the same "Black Cherry Vanilla" flavor as the regular version. However, it's important to note that the flavor doesn't exactly blend the taste of black cherry and vanilla together. When you take a sip, an unusual bitterness and aroma spread, leaving you with no chance to enjoy the cherry flavor itself (ヽ´ω`).

Neither the cherry nor vanilla offers a strong presence or a pleasant taste.

All the caffeine-free versions in the bang series have this "distinct bitterness" as a characteristic. No matter which one you try, the flavor falls apart. Unfortunately, the taste is such that you wouldn't think, "I don't want caffeine right now, so I'll go for the caffeine-free version." It's a mystery as to why it tastes this way.

It's not that this particular Black Cherry Vanilla caffeine-free version tastes especially bad, but the caffeine-free versions across the bang series generally have a similar flavor that I personally can't get used to... (ヽ´ω`)

Energy Ingredients of bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE

This version contains BCAA, creatine, CoQ10, and is zero-calorie and zero-sugar. Since it's caffeine-free, there is no concern about excessive caffeine intake when used alongside pre-workout supplements before exercise.

However, due to the strong bitterness and aroma, I honestly don't think I'd drink this before a workout (^^;)

Design of bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE

bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE
The bang caffeine-free series features colorful designs with the theme color of each flavor covering the entire can, instead of the usual black can of the regular version.

bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE
As for the Black Cherry Vanilla, I think the design of the regular version suits the product name better. Since it's so red, it almost looks like a strawberry flavor.

bang BLACK CHERRY VANILLA CAFFEINE FREE
And the common silver top and silver tab for the caffeine-free versions.

The taste is a bit too off for my liking, so I’m concerned about whether the caffeine-free version will continue. However, I enjoy seeing the design and flavor evolve, so I hope they improve and the brand becomes even better!