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MiO Energy Liquid Enhancer Energy Drink, Acai Berry Storm
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MiO Energy Liquid Enhancer Energy Drink, Acai Berry Storm

Mio
1.62 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
20mg
Sodium
44
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mio Energy Liquid Enhancer in Acai Berry Storm is a pocket-sized, brightly colored plastic squeeze bottle designed to turn plain water into a caffeinated, flavored pick-me-up. In stores you’ll find it on the beverage or water-enhancer shelf, near powdered drink mixes, energy shots, and sports hydration products rather than with fresh beverages. Shoppers reach for it on busy mornings, during road trips, in college convenience runs, or when packing a gym bag — any occasion that calls for portable caffeine without calories or glass bottles. The brand positions itself as a modern, convenience-first lifestyle product: youth-leaning, social-media friendly, and marketed to commuters, students, and busy parents who want an instant energy boost and flavor customization. The label leans on health-adjacent claims like "sugar-free," "zero calories," and "natural flavor," while the small print reveals artificial colors, preservatives, and non-nutritive sweeteners; there is no organic certification. Processing context: this is a highly processed liquid concentrate made from isolated caffeine, extracts, sweeteners, acids, colorants, and stabilizers. Sensory details: the concentrate is a thin, brightly hued syrup with an intense, artificial acai-berry aroma; a few drops tint water and deliver a sharply sweet, tangy berry note with a slightly slick mouthfeel from emulsifiers like gum arabic. Usage is ritualistic and utilitarian — squeeze a measured 3/4 teaspoon into 12 oz of water, mix, and sip for a fast caffeine lift. Packaging emphasizes portability, dose control, and on-the-go energy rather than culinary or whole-food qualities.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.75 tsp
Servings per Container: 12
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium20mg1%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

WATER,, CITRIC, ACID,, MALIC, ACID,, CAFFEINE,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, TAURINE,, GUARANA, EXTRACT,, GINSENG, EXTRACT, (PANAX),, NIACINAMIDE, (VITAMIN, B3),, VITAMIN, B6,, VITAMIN, B12,, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, SUCRALOSE, AND, ACESULFAME, POTASSIUM, (SWEETENERS),, SODIUM, CITRATE,, POTASSIUM, CITRATE,, GUM, ARABIC,, RED, 40,, BLUE, 1,, POTASSIUM, SORBATE, (PRESERVATIVE)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients, additives (artificial colors, non-nutritive sweeteners, preservatives), isolated extracts and formulated caffeine in a ready-to-use concentrate, characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about MiO Energy Liquid Enhancer Energy Drink, Acai Berry Storm

The term 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? MiO Energy offers zero calories and low sugar, making it a better option than sugary energy drinks for a quick pick-me-up. However, it's worth noting that it contains artificial sweeteners and colors, so if you're looking for something totally natural, you might want to explore other options.

Perfect For

road-trip
back-to-school
post-workout

Vibe:

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