S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK

Posted on November 6, 2022 | Last updated February 1, 2025

S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK
The original energy drink from the private brand "S BUDGET" of the major European supermarket chain SPAR.

The S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK series is available at an incredibly low price of around 60 yen per can, and features an unexpectedly wide variety of flavors. If you ever find yourself in Europe, be sure to look for SPAR and try all the flavors they have to offer.

S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK

Manufacturer	SPAR
Country of Origin	Austria
Price	0.79 EUR
Flavor	classic flavor、Chemicals
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 S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK

Upon opening, a rich and sweet aroma of a classic energy drink flavor fills the air. The color is a deep brown.
Flavor of S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK
When I take a sip, I taste a sweet and sour flavor with a slightly chemical aftertaste, reminiscent of Red Bull. The tangy acidity and chemical flavor linger, giving it a sharp and stimulating taste.

Among classic energy drink flavors, it has the perfect balance of sweetness, sourness, and a hint of chemical aftertaste, though it feels just a bit too punchy.

The aftertaste isn’t overwhelming, and the aroma fades away quickly, which is a relief. The 250ml size is the perfect amount, and the 355ml can feels a bit too much for me.

Energy Ingredients of S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK

Energy Ingredients of S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK
It contains 113.6mg of caffeine, 1420mg of taurine, and 816mg of glucuronolactone. The 355ml size offers a standard level of energy ingredients.

Design of S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK

"S BUDGET" is the private brand name of SPAR. In Japan, it’s equivalent to AEON’s "Topvalu."
S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK
The green can with the fir tree SPAR logo covering it and the red "S" logo is a common design for SPAR’s private brand products. It's easy to tell at a glance that it's an affordable private label product.

S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK
This design is more typical of a private brand product than an energy drink, so there's nothing particularly remarkable about the design.

Characteristics of European PB Energy Drinks

European supermarket private brand energy drinks are incredibly affordable. The S BUDGET ENERGY DRINK I reviewed costs about 60 yen for the 250ml size and around 100 yen for the 355ml size.

In Japan, many private brand products are priced around 100 yen for a 250ml can, but when you convert it to a 500ml equivalent, the price exceeds 200 yen, which doesn’t feel very affordable.

On the other hand, European energy drinks, including private brands, are often priced very low due to the competition in the 250ml size, and they tend to be quite delicious. When traveling to Europe, don’t miss the opportunity to try local private brand energy drinks that you can only find there.