bang STAR BLAST
Released in 2014, STAR BLAST was the last product to feature the old bang design.
While earlier bang drinks contained 375mg of caffeine, STAR BLAST was formulated with a reduced amount of 300mg.
bang STAR BLAST
Manufacturer | VPX |
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Country of Origin | USA |
Price | 2 USD |
Flavor | Strawberry |
Total rating | ★★★☆☆ |
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 STAR BLAST
The moment you open the can, you're hit with the rich, sweet-and-tangy aroma of strawberry candy. The scent is surprisingly strong.
When poured into a glass, it's completely clear. One of the unique things about the bang series is the contrast between its strong aroma and the fact that it has no artificial coloring—this colorless transparency adds an unexpected charm.
Taking a small sip, a rich strawberry scent spreads, accompanied by a sweet strawberry and peach-like flavor. The intense sweetness is surprising, given its clear appearance (*´艸`*).
There's almost no sourness; instead, you get a continuous burst of sweet fruit-flavored candy-like taste.
Whether at room temperature or ice-cold, there's no unpleasant aftertaste from artificial sweeteners. It's hard to believe this is a zero-calorie, zero-sugar drink. As you savor it, you realize that the fruity sensation comes mainly from the strong aroma rather than the actual taste. Still, the fact that there’s barely any artificial sweetener aftertaste is impressive ((o(´∀`)o)).
Energy Ingredients of bang STAR BLAST
Contains 300mg of caffeine, BCAAs, creatine, and CoQ10.
Compared to the previous three bang flavors, which contained 375mg of caffeine, STAR BLAST has been adjusted to 300mg, making the impact feel slightly weaker. However, achieving this level of flavor while maintaining zero calories and zero sugar—and making it suitable as a pre-workout drink—is truly impressive.
Design of bang STAR BLAST
Released in 2014 as the fifth flavor, STAR BLAST was the last bang drink to feature the bullet-style design. At the time, new flavors were rarely released, so this was a big topic among energy drink enthusiasts.
Personally, I prefer this bullet-style design because it gives off the vibe of an intense, powerful energy drink. Plus, the Stars and Stripes-inspired color scheme makes it stand out from the previous monochrome bang series, adding a special and stylish touch.
Here’s the redesigned STAR BLAST:
The front logo is now almost entirely blue, making it look less impactful… quite a shame. Since 2018, the bang series has rapidly expanded its lineup with a variety of colorful flavors, which makes this version blend in more with the rest.
However, when viewed from the back with just the "bang" logo, the Stars and Stripes colors really stand out. I actually like this side better.
The pull-tab remains the same bright orange ring tab, unchanged from the previous design.
Energy Drink-kun's Personal Rating
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