G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE

Posted on July 10, 2023 | Last updated January 31, 2025

G FUEL and Mega Man's limited collaboration flavor, G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE.

Just the name "BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE" might give you an idea of what it tastes like, especially if you're familiar with American drinks and foods. Let's take a sip and find out.

G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE

Manufacturer	G FUEL
Country of Origin	USA
Price	3.29 JPY
Flavor	Cotton Candy、Sugar, Syrup, and Candy
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 G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE

When opened, a sweet, somewhat artificial marshmallow-like scent fills the air. G FUEL products typically have a base of artificial flavors, and this one seems to follow that trend. Let's take a sip.
Flavor of G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE
Upon tasting, it has a slightly tangy, artificial sweetener flavor, but it’s not sweet at all. The scent is sweet, but the taste remains hard to pin down because of its artificial nature.

It doesn't come across as fruity. The flavor somewhat resembles a mild Dr. Pepper type, with marshmallow or cotton candy-like sweetness, but there’s a chemical aftertaste. This is a flavor aimed at those who enjoy unhealthily artificial tastes.

As "BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE" suggests, the drink seems designed to avoid a clear flavor profile, likely inspired by frozen slushies. It’s possible some might find it strangely addictive, despite not being able to pinpoint the flavor.

While the product doesn’t officially list a flavor, G FUEL has labeled it "Vanilla Blue Raspberry." However, there's no noticeable vanilla sweetness or true blue raspberry taste, making the claim quite a stretch.

Energy Ingredients of G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE

Energy Ingredients of G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE
It contains 300mg of caffeine and brain-boosting ingredients like tyrosine and theanine. There are also some minor ingredients unique to G FUEL, but they aren’t particularly energy-boosting, so I’ll leave those out.

Design of G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE

The design prominently features Mega Man, with a colorful, poppy look inspired by his signature colors.
Design of G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE
While the energy ingredients are relatively sophisticated, the design lacks that "energizing" or "intense" vibe typical of energy drinks. Instead, it feels more like a collaboration drink with Mega Man.

G FUEL tends to focus more on releasing a variety of collaborations rather than emphasizing the design or concept of their energy drinks. It’s more about continuously producing character-based merchandise. The design is simple, and while some might see it as cheap due to the label, this minimalist approach has become common in fitness energy drinks since 2022.

Design of G FUEL MEGAMAN BLUE BOMBER SLUSHEE
The side of the can lists the caffeine content and functional ingredient icons. The balance and layout of these icons might feel a bit off for a supplement brand, but considering G FUEL’s focus on character merchandise, this might not be a major concern.