MONSTER ENERGY Extra Strength Black Ice

Posted on May 2, 2014 | Last updated February 22, 2025

This is a review of MONSTER ENERGY Extra Strength Black Ice, a unique energy drink that incorporates nitrogen for a distinct mouthfeel and rich flavor. The taste is completely unexpected based on the can design, making it a surprising experience.

With a texture that foams even more than beer, this Nitro-infused drink offers a unique sensation, mouthfeel, and satisfying body.

MONSTER ENERGY Extra Strength Black Ice

Manufacturer	MONSTER ENERGY
Country of Origin	USA
Price	2.49 USD
Flavor	Strawberry
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 MONSTER ENERGY Extra Strength Black Ice

Despite its cool blue design, opening the can reveals a sweet strawberry aroma. However, there’s also a strange sour note that immediately catches attention. This unexpected acidity lingers in the scent, making for a surprising first impression.

Black Ice is Surprisingly a Strawberry Flavor

That unplaceable sourness carries over into the taste, effectively recreating the sweet and tangy profile of strawberries. (It briefly gives off a natural impression, but it’s clearly an artificial flavor.)

Overall, the drink is light rather than rich, resembling a slightly diluted strawberry smoothie. Yet, despite this lightness, the aroma is notably strong, showcasing the distinct intensity of the Extra Strength series.

MONSTER ENERGY Extra Strength Black Ice
However, the can is an ice-cold blue, the liquid is a standard yellow, and the foam is abundant... Something about this combination feels off. There’s a lingering sense of visual and flavor mismatch.

If the can were pink and the liquid had a soft pink hue, the visual and taste experience would align better, making it more enjoyable. After all, just looking at this review and these photos, would you ever expect a sweet and tangy strawberry flavor? (´・ω・｀)

Energy Ingredients of MONSTER ENERGY Extra Strength Black Ice

As indicated on the can, Black Ice is zero-calorie. Its carbohydrate and sugar content is only 5g, making it a low-carb energy drink.

With that in mind, everything aside from the strawberry flavor does feel light, giving it a diet-friendly energy drink vibe. Still, the surprisingly realistic strawberry taste is anything but ordinary (-_-;)