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ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY

Posted on January 20, 2023 | Last updated February 1, 2025

ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY
Released in 2021, ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY is an AMPM exclusive in the U.S.

"#TMGS" is AMPM's catchphrase, and after being sold for a certain period at AMPM locations, the design may be updated to remove the #TMGS label and become available nationwide in all stores.

This time, it comes in a green can with a tropical berry flavor. However, the can color doesn’t give off much of a fruity vibe, so I’m curious to see how the flavor turns out!

ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY

Manufacturer
Country of OriginUSA
Price2.69 JPY
FlavorBlueberryRaspberry
Total rating★★★★☆

Author informationAuthor: 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 ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY

Upon opening the can, the usual berry-flavored scent spreads. Although it's labeled as "Tropical Berry Flavor," the scent mainly gives off the impression of a singular berry flavor. Let's give it a taste.
Flavor of ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY
When I take a sip, I get the sweet and sour flavors of raspberry and blueberry. At first, it tastes like a mixed berry flavor, combining different types of berries.

To really appreciate the taste and aroma, you need to take your time, but as you drink more, the berry's natural tartness gives way to a smooth tropical fruit sweetness.

As I continue drinking, the strong berry flavor that initially stood out softens, and I start to perceive a tropical fruit flavor blended with the berries, which is quite interesting.

There's no strong fruitiness, and the flavor leans more toward a gentle fruit mix candy with a tangy accent. If I had to imagine the taste, that's the closest I could get.

Unlike the intense flavors often associated with the ROCKSTAR PUNCHED series, this one is noticeably less sugary, making it much easier to drink. There's no aftertaste, and despite the large 473ml can, I could easily finish it in one go. The balance between the berry and tropical fruit combination and its drinkability is exceptional, earning this one a high rating.

Energy Ingredients of ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY

Energy Ingredients of ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY
Contains 240mg of caffeine, taurine, carnitine, milk thistle, ginseng, and guarana. This is a high-sugar type, characteristic of the PUNCHED series, with 61g of sugar. Since it contains a high amount of caffeine, be cautious not to drink too much.

Design of ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY

The can features the complex design common to the ROCKSTAR PUNCHED series, combined with green and black.
ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY
However, this color scheme doesn’t match the berry flavor or the tropical berry flavor, which is a bit disappointing.

There are unnecessary illustrations unrelated to the flavor, which makes the design feel somewhat lazy, as it seems like they just changed the colors for each flavor without much thought.

From the front of the can, you can’t easily recognize the flavor name or the series name, which continues the "defective design" trend. It would be nice if the large star could be made smaller or improved in some way. As a fan, it's disappointing when the design doesn’t match the good taste.

The color is close to the standard flavor, ROCKSTAR PUNCHED HARDCORE APPLE, so it's difficult to tell them apart. The problem here is the reuse of the same illustration with just a color change.

About "#TMGS"

"#TMGS" is AMPM’s catchphrase. The "#TMGS" series is an AMPM-exclusive product, so it's only available in areas where AMPM stores are located, such as the West Coast. (They don’t have stores on the East Coast)
Design of ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY
Popular flavors from the "#TMGS" series may be re-released as regular products without the "#TMGS" label, making them available nationwide at all stores. Unfortunately, ROCKSTAR PUNCHED #TMGS TROPICAL BERRY ended up being discontinued as an AMPM exclusive.

If a "#TMGS" series product doesn’t become a regular item, it will be sold out once the stock is gone. New "#TMGS" series products are released regularly, so they tend to disappear from shelves within about a year. If you're looking for "#TMGS" products, be sure to check out AMPM during your trip to the U.S.

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