GORILLA MIND STRAWBERRY CANDY
Released in May 2023, this is my review of the GORILLA MIND STRAWBERRY CANDY.
GORILLA MIND is a fitness-focused supplement brand that has been expanding its lineup of energy drinks with new releases almost every month since the launch of its energy drink series.
GORILLA MIND STRAWBERRY CANDY
Manufacturer | GORILLA MIND |
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Country of Origin | USA |
Price | 3.39 USD |
Flavor | Strawberry、Sugar, Syrup, and Candy |
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 GORILLA MIND STRAWBERRY CANDY
When I opened the can, I was greeted with a slightly sweet scent, reminiscent of strawberry candy—milky, tangy, and soft.
When I took a sip, the sweet and tangy strawberry candy flavor spread across my palate. The cotton candy-like sweetness and softness are more of a fragrance than a flavor, while the taste itself is light and clear.
There's no trace of strawberry fruit flavor, as it focuses purely on mimicking the taste of strawberry candy. That said, the sugary sweetness characteristic of candy is well-executed, even though it doesn’t contain any sugar.
The aftertaste doesn't carry any unpleasantness from artificial sweeteners. It offers a light, crisp drinking experience, typical of zero-sugar drinks, while still delivering the satisfying sweetness of strawberry candy—a unique and contrasting experience.
The key to this flavor is the light fragrance that lingers long enough without fading too quickly, giving it an impressive staying power.
What prevents the taste from feeling overly cheap is likely the well-balanced intensity of the fragrance and its lasting duration.
Candy-flavored drinks typically don't offer rich flavors, but upon further savoring, I realized that the candy-like taste and the high level of flavor completion in GORILLA MIND STRAWBERRY CANDY made it a pleasantly refined experience.
Energy Ingredients of GORILLA MIND STRAWBERRY CANDY
This drink contains 200mg of caffeine, 1000mg of acetyl-L-tyrosine (for cognitive enhancement), 400mg of Alpha-GPC (precursor to acetylcholine, which improves brain function), 200mg of uridine acid (for anti-stress), 100mg of theanine (for stress relief), 15mg of saffron extract (for high stress and anxiety relief), and 200mcg of full-pegene A (for brain function improvement).
Looking at the energy ingredients, it’s clear that this drink focuses on improving brain function and stabilizing mental states, with an emphasis on cognitive enhancement and mental well-being rather than physical performance.
As someone who is interested in smart supplements and regularly researches them, I noticed this formulation has a brand image that targets brain function support more than physical performance, a distinguishing feature for those who are familiar with such products.
Design of GORILLA MIND STRAWBERRY CANDY
The design doesn't emphasize strawberry fruit but rather a strawberry candy theme. The main color is pink, with a white silhouette of a strawberry fruit placed below the flavor name on the can.
Along with the gorilla face that forms the brand logo, there's a silhouette of a brain. This brain icon is used exclusively on GORILLA MIND’s nootropic products, which makes it stand out from other supplements in the GORILLA MIND lineup that don't feature this logo. It's a clear and straightforward design choice.
On the back of the can, there are functional icons and a grid display of the ingredients. However, this design closely resembles that of GHOST ENERGY.
When I first saw it, I actually thought it might be a sister brand of GHOST ENERGY, since the design is so similar. Given that GHOST ENERGY is already finding success in the energy drink industry, I can’t help but think that they might not be too pleased with this resemblance.
Energy Drink-kun's Personal Rating
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