ROCKSTAR ROASTED Light Vanilla

Posted on April 6, 2015 | Last updated February 13, 2025

A new addition to Rockstar’s non-carbonated coffee series is the ROCKSTAR ROASTED series.
This time, I will be reviewing the ROCKSTAR ROASTED Light Vanilla from the ROCKSTAR ROASTED series.

ROCKSTAR ROASTED Light Vanilla

Manufacturer	ROCKSTAR
Country of Origin	USA
Price	2.49 USD
Flavor	Coffee
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 ROCKSTAR ROASTED Light Vanilla

The Rockstar Roasted series is one of the relatively easier-to-drink sweet coffee energy drinks, but given the "vanilla" flavor, I thought the sweetness would be on a whole different level compared to the others.
When I opened it, there was almost no scent, so I predicted that it wouldn't have much of the coffee flavor.
The color was also light, so I assumed the sweetness would be stronger... (´・ω・｀)

ROCKSTAR ROASTED Light Vanilla
When I took a sip, I found it to be sweet, and while the coffee flavor was completely gone, the sweetness wasn’t overwhelmingly strong to the point where I couldn’t take a second sip. It’s undeniably sweet, but surprisingly drinkable. It’s sweet enough, but not a taste I would crave, which makes it a bit of a strange feeling (^_^;)
On the other hand, I wondered if this is the kind of sweetness that appeals to American sweet-tooth lovers.

Among the Roasted series, this is the sweetest one, but the aftertaste doesn't linger, and it's refreshing, which is why it's easy to drink.
However, compared to other brands’ vanilla-flavored coffee energy drinks, this one is far easier to drink.

But since both the coffee taste and aroma have completely disappeared, those who dislike the overly sweet American flavors probably won’t be able to accept it.
If I were asked if I’d want to drink it again, I’d probably politely decline.

Energy Ingredients of ROCKSTAR ROASTED Light Vanilla

It contains 225mg of caffeine, along with standard energy blends such as taurine, guarana, ginseng, and carnitine.
It seems the taste is adjusted using low-fat milk and sucralose.

ROCKSTAR ROASTED Light Vanilla
I really like the design of this Roasted Vanilla Light from the side (*´ｪ`*)
The design level of the Rockstar series is truly outstanding compared to other energy drink brands.