HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO

Posted on February 27, 2024 | Last updated January 29, 2025

HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO
Released on February 27, 2024, "Dark Inferno" is the new flavor in the 400ml bottle can HYPER ZONe series. I’m pretty sure a flavor with this kind of vibe was already released as a limited edition before, right?

HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO

Manufacturer	Suntory foods
Country of Origin	Japan
Price	180 円
Flavor	Cola
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 HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO

Upon opening the can, a sweet cola gummy, cola candy-like aroma bursts out. The scent is quite impactful. Now, let’s take a sip.
Flavor of HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO
When you take a sip, there is a light sweetness and a subtle sourness, reminiscent of a cola flavor. It’s similar to the ZONe ENERGY AGIT, which was released as a limited edition at Don Quijote, or rather, it’s almost the same flavor? The nutritional ingredients are exactly the same.

There is a slight aftertaste, but the sharp flavor and strong carbonation give it a crisp, refreshing taste.

I think it’s a cola flavor that’s widely appealing without any odd twists. It’s enjoyable even when served cold, but personally, I found it best with ice.
Flavor of HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO
With the added freshness from the ice, and the strong carbonation, the invigorating throat feel is enhanced. I highly recommend drinking it with ice.

Energy Ingredients of HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO

Energy Ingredients of HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO
Contains 150mg of caffeine and 400mg of arginine. The HYPER ZONe series allows you to consume double the caffeine in the 400ml can compared to the previous 500ml cans. The sugar content is also high, so you should be cautious not to overconsume.

Design of HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO

Design of HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO
The design is simple with a black bottle can and a sparkly power logo.

In the background of the power logo, you can see a glass filled with ice and a chilled, strongly carbonated cola. This is exactly the recommended way to enjoy it.
Design of HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO
This image of ice and fizzing cola is similar to the packaging design of Pepsi’s Fresh Cola, and for cola lovers, the visual of these fizzing bubbles is irresistible.

Design of HYPER ZONe DARK INFERNO
The back side is simple, with only the same logo as the front. This is similar to the HYPER ZONe WHITE PEACE, which was released at the same time.

Both Dark Inferno and the simultaneously released White Peace feel like HYPER ZONe versions of existing flavors.

ZONe tends to release similar or the same flavors multiple times, despite their quick release pace. Personally, I would be happier if they slowed down a bit and offered new and unique flavors with each release.