Monster Energy Super Cola (Old Bottle Can)

Taste of Monster Energy Super Cola (Old Bottle Can)

When poured into a glass, it shows a rich cola color. The release of Super Cola sparked speculation that it might replace Cuba Libre, but it looks more like "Coca-Cola," which is darker than Cuba Libre. So, how does it taste? Let’s try it out right away.

The taste is smooth, with a mild sweetness and a tangy hint. It’s an easy-to-drink, normal cola flavor.

It’s likely that most people will think it’s "not very energy drink-like." It’s just a regular cola flavor (second time saying this). With a name like "Super Cola," which sounds a bit over the top and fitting for Monster Energy, one might expect an intense taste, but in that case, this is a flavor that might feel a bit underwhelming (^_^;)

The tang lingers a bit, but there isn’t much aftertaste. It’s quite sweet, so I found it tasted better when served ice-cold rather than at refrigerator temperature.

By the way, after writing the review for Super Cola, I conducted a survey like this:

#スーパーコーラ What do you think it tastes like!?

— Energy Drink Maniac (@energydrinkun) March 1, 2021

The results of the poll showed that half of the people predicted it would taste like Cuba Libre. In reality, it turned out to be a regular cola flavor, but just for fun, let’s compare Super Cola with Cuba Libre!

Comparing Super Cola with Cuba Libre

On the left is Super Cola, and on the right is Cuba Libre. The colors are completely different.

Cuba Libre has a much lighter color, while Super Cola has a rich, deep cola color.

When comparing them, the cola flavor base is similar. The difference lies in the smooth sweetness of Super Cola versus the refreshing, sharp tang of Cuba Libre.

Let me break down the differences in taste. Cuba Libre has a refreshing texture and a unique tang, reminiscent of lime. The aftertaste and aroma persist, and it’s an overall cola with a sharp, citrusy tang.

On the other hand, Super Cola features a smooth, sweet flavor. After tasting Cuba Libre, you can really appreciate the soft, enveloping sweetness. The direction of flavor is completely different from Cuba Libre.

I wonder which one will become more popular...!?

Energy Ingredients of Monster Energy Super Cola (Old Bottle Can)

It contains 200mg of caffeine, 265mg of arginine, 425mg of ginseng, and 145mg of carnitine. The caffeine amount has only increased because the bottle size is now 500ml, but the caffeine content per 100ml is the same as in other Monster Energy products.

If you drink two bottles of Super Cola in one day, you’ll reach the daily caffeine intake guideline of 400mg, so be cautious not to overconsume, especially when considering coffee, tea, or green tea.

Design of Monster Energy Super Cola (Old Bottle Can)

This is the 500ml bottle can exclusive to Japan. Recently, more 500ml energy drinks have been appearing, but this one is taller, giving it a more impressive and striking appearance.

The naming of "SUPER COLA" has sparked mixed opinions on social media (^_^;) Personally, I think "Monster Super Cola" would have been a better name if it were just "Monster Cola."

A poem on the Super Cola can. There are some cringe-worthy parts, but the phrase "super smooth and refreshing taste" is spot on, matching what I wrote in the review. The smooth sweetness that envelops the taste is just as intended for Super Cola, offering a different kind of deliciousness from Cuba Libre.

Can Monster Energy Super Cola Become a Long-Lasting, Popular Product?

By the way, I was personally doubtful about the release of Cuba Libre. Cuba Libre is the Japanese version of a product that was discontinued in the U.S., and cola flavors often don’t last long even with big brands. So when they released a regular cola flavor as a new product, it was quite a surprise (´∀｀；)

For me, having tried hundreds of energy drinks, whether it’s a regular cola or a flavorless sparkling water type, I don’t feel any particular difference. But I’m really curious how Super Cola will be received by people in Japan, who don’t consume energy drinks very often. After all, a 1.5L bottle of original Coca-Cola costs less than 200 yen, while a Monster Super Cola bottle costs around 300 yen...

The price of a Monster bottle can is around 300 yen.

— Energy Drink Maniac (@energydrinkun) March 1, 2021

Most of those who voted probably drink energy drinks regularly, so they might be okay with the 300 yen price for the Monster bottle can. The question is how people feel once they actually try it. Please share your thoughts on Super Cola through the reviews posted below the page.

Bonus: Comparing Coca-Cola with Monster Energy Super Cola

Earlier, I compared Cuba Libre with Super Cola, but I forgot to compare it with the king of cola, "Coca-Cola Original" (´∀｀；)

On the left is Monster Energy Super Cola (about 300 yen), and on the right is Coca-Cola (about 90 yen).
Look at the price difference! lol

The color difference is clear when placed side by side. Coca-Cola’s color is very similar to that of Super Cola. If you swapped the glasses around, you’d be hard-pressed to tell which is which. However, while the colors are similar, the taste is immediately distinguishable.

Now, let’s compare the taste.

Coca-Cola has a lighter sweetness, with a refreshing mouthfeel that doesn’t leave too much of an aftertaste. Coca-Cola is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with meals or snacks, offering a crisp and refreshing experience at any time.

Super Cola, on the other hand, is quite sweet. It’s about twice as sweet as Coca-Cola, with a smooth sweetness and a tangy aftertaste. It might be a little too sweet to drink alongside food. Super Cola is best enjoyed on its own. The "all-encompassing sweetness" is something I truly felt after tasting it. When you drink Coca-Cola after Super Cola, it tastes like Super Cola (；´∀｀) That’s how strong the flavor is. So, I personally prefer drinking Super Cola with lots of ice.

In terms of nutritional ingredients, the composition is almost identical. The calorie and carbohydrate content is almost the same. Super Cola doesn’t have an exceptionally high amount of sugar either.

The real difference lies in the energy blend. It’s interesting to compare cola with an energy drink since it’s not something you often do. It’s fascinating to see how much the taste can differ, even when the base ingredients are the same.

When you compare it to the standard cola, Coca-Cola Original, it becomes clear what makes Monster Energy’s cola flavor stand out. The price difference and other factors are high hurdles for Super Cola to overcome, but it will be interesting to see how popular it becomes.

How Do People Rate Monster Energy Super Cola (Old Bottle Can)?

Since the release of Super Cola, I conducted a taste review survey. Most of the respondents are likely people who regularly drink energy drinks.

How do you rate Super Cola?

— Energy Drink Maniac (@energydrinkun) March 30, 2021

The rating was split, with around 56% of respondents giving a high rating and around 44% giving a low rating. The high rating was slightly more popular, but considering that the expectation for the new Monster Energy product was high, perhaps some felt disappointed by the taste or the price compared to regular cola. It’s unusual for the results to be so evenly split.

Everyone's Monster Energy Super Cola (Old Bottle Can) taste and ingredient opinions and ratings

雅史 ：2021年3月26日

★★★

甘いコーラ以上の何物でもない。試供品配布していたので飲んでみたけど、これなら普通のコーラでいいかな。自分はあまり味にこだわりはないと思うし、スーパーコーラが美味しくないわけじゃないけど、金銭面には敏感なので買えないって感じです。

ポケモンKoH ：2021年3月30日

★★

甘いコーラとキューバリブレみたいな酸味があって微妙な味。ドリン君さんのレビューを見て氷をグラスいっぱいに入れて継ぎ足しながら飲んだらキューバリブレになった。スーパーコーラって何？

エナジードリンク大好き ：2021年3月30日

★★★★

キューバリブレと飲み比べてみたら明らかに違いがわかると思います。(個人的に) 元々キューバリブレ風味が好きなのもあって星4とさせたいただきました。キューバリブレ風味があんまり好きではない方は、う〜〜ん？となるかもしれません　多分w

チャリ ：2021年4月23日

★★

う～ん、私はキューバリブレかな。。。

マイスキー ：2021年5月 6日

★★★★

コンビニのコカコーラペットボトルの倍くらいの値段はさすがに高いよな。スーパーなら巨大ペットボトルのコーラのほうが安いからスーパーコーラは買ってない。サンプリングでもらえたときに飲んでる。まずいことないし無料ならいいよね。

H.curbler54 ：2022年9月 3日

★★★★

結構甘いのとコーラ味が口に残る感じが良し

夜ト。 ：2022年9月28日

★

僕が初めて「モンスター」で美味しくないなと感じた一本です。コーラというより「薬品」というような味で、舌残りがしつこいです。量も多いので、冷たいから一気に飲める！ということもできないので、個人的にはおすすめしません。

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