
Java Monster Energy Drink - Loca Moca
What You Should Know
Java Monster Energy Drink - Loca Moca is a 15 fl oz ready-to-drink coffee-energy hybrid that you'll most often spot in refrigerated beverage coolers at grocery stores, gas stations, and convenience aisles — shelved alongside other bottled iced coffees, chilled lattes, and the energy drink section near Monster and Red Bull. Its matte, branded can and bold Monster logo signal youth-oriented, high-energy positioning aimed at students, shift workers, gamers, and on-the-go commuters seeking a portable caffeine and flavor boost. The label leans into an indulgent coffee-shop vibe with “brewed coffee” and milk listed prominently, plus vitamin and energy ingredient callouts (B-vitamins, taurine, caffeine) that create a semi-health halo without organic or natural-product certification. Packaging copy may highlight “real coffee” or flavor names to suggest authenticity, even while the ingredient list includes multiple additives and sweeteners. Sensory-wise Loca Moca drinks like a rich, creamy mocha — smooth, slightly thick from milk and cream, very sweet with pronounced chocolate-coffee notes and a lingering energizing bite from caffeine and guarana; it’s typically enjoyed chilled straight from the can as a grab-and-go morning pick-me-up, a late-night study companion, or a road-trip treat. Ritual usage is casual and individual: purchased from the cooler, popped open in the car, or cracked during a break. In plain terms this product is a highly processed, shelf-stable refrigerated beverage combining brewed coffee with dairy, added sugars, artificial sweeteners, and a suite of flavorings and functional additives to deliver a consistent, branded taste experience.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Brewed, Coffee, (Filtered, Water,, Coffee),, Skim, Milk,, Sugar,, Cream,, Glucose,, Natural, Flavors,, Taurine,, Sodium, Citrate,, Panax, Ginseng, Flavor,, Tricalcium, Phosphate,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vit., C),, Carrageenan,, Caffeine,, Niacinamide, (Vit., B3),, Sucralose,, Color, Added,, D-Glucuronolactone,, Guarana, Extract,, Inositol,, L-Carnitine, L-Tartrate,, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vit., B6),, Riboflavin, (Vit., 2),, Maltodextrin,, Microcrystalline, Cellulose,, Calcium, Alginate,, Sodium, Alginate..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Color Added - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients (sucralose, maltodextrin, carrageenan, microcrystalline cellulose, flavor extracts, added vitamins/taurine) and is a ready-to-drink formulated beverage, matching NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed classification.
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Common Questions about Java Monster Energy Drink - Loca Moca
Defining 'healthy' can be a bit of a minefield, right? The Loca Moca packs a punch with 220 calories and 35 grams of sugar, which is on the higher side if you're watching your sugar intake. It's a fun pick-me-up but maybe not the go-to for daily hydration or a balanced diet.
