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Monster Energy 6 Pack
Beverages
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Monster Energy 6 Pack

Monster
72 foz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
0g
Protein
41g
Sugars
280mg
Sodium
47
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Monster Energy 6 Pack (72 fl oz total) reads like a staple of the American convenience-beverage landscape: six aluminum cans shrink-wrapped together, each usually chilled and displayed in refrigerator cases or stacked on the energy-drink shelf alongside Red Bull and Rockstar. You’ll find it in the beverage aisle, near soft drinks and sports drinks, and in convenience-store coolers by the checkout — often stocked next to pre-workout supplements and caffeinated shots. It’s a grab-and-go item for road trips, late-night study sessions, tailgates and gaming marathons. The brand projects a loud, high-energy image aimed at younger adults and teens who identify with extreme-sports and countercultural marketing; bold logos, neon graphics and sponsorships reinforce a rebellious, performance-oriented persona. Labels lean on “natural flavors” and added B vitamins (B2, B3, B6, B12) as health halos, but there’s no organic certification and the product is not marketed for children; prominent caffeine content and warning text are common. In plain terms this is a highly processed industrial beverage made from sweeteners, acids, preservatives, colorings and functional additives. Sensory notes: an effervescent, syrupy mouthfeel with intense sweet, citrus/fruity and metallic caffeine notes; it feels fizzy, brisk and quickly thirst-quenching but leaves a lingering sugary aftertaste. Rituals around it are performative — cracked open cold at a party, sipped through late-night shifts, or slammed before a high-energy activity. Pack format encourages sharing or bulk stocking, and the multipack is commonly bought on shopping trips that prioritize convenience and immediate stimulation rather than nutrition.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 6
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium280mg12%
Total Carbohydrate44g16%
Total Sugars41g
Added Sugars41g82%
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

Carbonated, Water,, Sugar,, Glucose,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Flavors,, Taurine,, Sodium, Citrate,, Grape, Skin, Extract, (Color),, Panax, Ginseng, Extract,, L-Carnitine, L-Tartrate,, Caffeine,, Sorbic, Acid, (Preservative),, Benzoic, Acid, (Preservative),, Niacinamide, (Vit., B3),, Sucralose,, Salt,, D-Glucuronolactone,, Inositol,, Guarana, Extract,, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vit., B6),, Riboflavin, (Vit., B2),, Maltodextrin,, Cyanocobalamin, (Vit., B12)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sorbic Acid - Synthetic preservative
  • Benzoic Acid - Synthetic preservative
  • Grape Skin Extract (Color) - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients (high amounts of added sugar, multiple preservatives, artificial sweetener, flavors, color extracts and isolated functional additives) typical of ultra-processed foods, and is formulated far from a whole-food state.

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Common Questions about Monster Energy 6 Pack

Defining 'healthy' can be a bit slippery, but if you're looking for an energy boost, this drink definitely delivers. With 170 calories and a hefty 41 grams of sugar per serving, it's not exactly a health food. Think of it as a treat or a pick-me-up rather than a daily staple.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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