PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH

Posted on February 20, 2020 | Last updated February 8, 2025

PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH
The Canadian version of Pacific Punch. In the U.S., it is sold as part of the Juice Series, but in Canada and other European countries, it is sold as part of the Punch Series.

PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH

Manufacturer	MONSTER ENERGY
Country of Origin	Canada
Price	2.29 CAD
Flavor	Tropical sweet、Punch
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.

Taste of PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH

The slightly cloudy, bright red liquid. The mixed scent of fruit punch and tropical fruit sweetness is absolutely enticing. It’s a smell that makes you want to drink it right away (๑´ڡ`๑)
PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH
As soon as it touches your mouth, the refreshing tropical fruit mix of pineapple, orange, passion fruit, and more spreads, leaving a sweet and sour, rich fruit punch aftertaste. The perfect blend of tropical fruits and fruit punch hit my personal preferences quite well (*´ｪ`*)

It’s not just a tropical fruit juice, but you can definitely enjoy the punch flavor, which is a feature shared with the original American Pacific Punch.

My impression after drinking the Canadian version of Pacific Punch is, "Was the American Pacific Punch always this much like a fruit juice?!"
PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH
The American version had more of a fruit punch flavor than tropical fruits. The Canadian version hits you with a strong tropical fruit flavor from the very first sip, and it’s so good you’ll end up laughing.

There will be a comparison review of the American and Canadian versions later, so check that out. It was fun comparing them after such a long time.

Energy Ingredients of PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH

Caffeine 160mg, Taurine 2000mg, Ginseng 400mg, Inositol 10mg.
PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH
The fruit juice content is unclear, but it contains orange, apple, raspberry, guava, cherry, passion fruit, and pineapple, giving the impression that it uses quite a variety of fruits.

Comparison of Pacific Punch from Canada and the USA

Although there’s a difference in the labeling (Punch vs Juice), the base is the same Pacific Punch. Let’s compare them.
PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH
On the left is the Canadian Punch, and on the right is the American Juice. There’s no difference in color. The scent is almost the same too. So, is there a taste difference?

American Pacific Punch

As expected, the American Pacific Punch has a stronger fruit punch flavor than a fruit fruitiness. As I wrote in my review of the Juice Monster Pacific Punch, it’s more reminiscent of fruit punch than a fruit juice with rich fruit content. Those expecting real fruit flavors might find it a bit off.

Canadian Pacific Punch

The Canadian version of Pacific Punch, which I’m reviewing here, has a perfectly balanced mix of tropical fruit sweetness and rich fruit punch flavor.

It blends the fruitiness and punch flavor without losing either, and I personally prefer the Canadian version.

Design of PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH

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Personally, I felt the Canadian Punch Monster looked more like a juice, but Canada’s packaging says “PUNCH ENERGY” in small text at the bottom. The American version has a stronger punch vibe though.

PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH
On the official website, the product is listed as Punch Monster, but the Pacific Punch is not shown (^_^;)

The Canadian version has text in both English and French, cramming the label full. Even the nutritional information is squeezed in.
PUNCH MONSTER PACIFIC PUNCH
The text takes up almost the entire label, which might be the highest word count of any country.

The American version didn’t really seem to have much purpose since many other fruit punch products already exist, but the Canadian version offers a well-balanced mix of tropical fruit flavors and fruit punch sweetness. This should make it a popular choice!

I didn’t expect to find such a noticeable difference in flavor blends between the North American versions of Pacific Punch. If you’re buying, I recommend the Canadian one.