Red Bull SPRING EDITION 2024 Tropical pink grapefruit Japan

Posted on March 18, 2024 | Last updated January 29, 2025

Released on March 19, 2024, this is the Japan-exclusive, spring-limited flavor of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit.

Before its release, Red Bull kept the "tropical pink grapefruit" flavor a mystery, generating excitement on social media. What kind of taste has it turned out to be? I’m excited to dive into the review now!

Red Bull SPRING EDITION 2024 Tropical pink grapefruit Japan

Manufacturer	Red Bull
Country of Origin	Switzerland
Price	190 JPY
Flavor	Grapefruit
Total rating	★★★☆☆

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Flavor of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit

Upon opening the can, a sweet and sour fruity candy scent spreads. The flavor name includes "pink grapefruit," but neither the scent nor the color really gives off the vibe of pink grapefruit. Let's take a sip and see what it's like.
Flavor of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit
As I take a sip, I get a burst of tropical fruit flavors like sweet and sour passion fruit, papaya, pineapple, and apple.

The pink grapefruit flavor mentioned in the name is only slightly noticeable through its sourness, and it doesn't really stand out. The main flavor is a tropical fruit mix.

If you're expecting a bitter and fresh pink grapefruit flesh taste, you might be a bit disappointed. Personally, I would have liked a bit more of the rich, refreshing bitterness that you'd typically enjoy from a pink grapefruit.

When chilled, both the taste and scent offer a highly satisfying tropical fruit flavor. The aftertaste lingers, leaving a sense of satisfaction. It might be a good idea to enjoy it slowly at a chilled temperature to really appreciate which tropical fruits are being replicated.

Personally, I recommend trying it with ice for an extra refreshing experience.
Flavor of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit
The tropical fruit candy-like taste quickly fades, leaving behind a refreshing aftertaste. I think this is the perfect way to enjoy it as we head into spring and summer.

It’s unclear if a Summer Edition will be released, but if this tropical flavor is anything to go by, it might be a good idea to stock up for the summer.

Energy Ingredients of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit

Energy Ingredients of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit
Contains 80mg of caffeine and 300mg of arginine. No other energy ingredients are included.

Design of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit

Design of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit
The can features a calm color scheme inspired by rich pink grapefruit flesh, with a smooth, matte finish that gives it a poppy yet luxurious feel. It’s hard to ignore the slight mismatch between the flavor and can color.

It also features the classic "NEW" mark, a staple for limited edition products released in Japan.
Design of Red Bull Spring Edition Tropical Pink Grapefruit
Abroad, limited edition seasonal flavors often become regular products, so it will be interesting to see whether this Japan-exclusive Spring Edition will be made a permanent offering in the future.