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Java Monster Irish
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Java Monster Irish

Monster
15 foz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
7g
Protein
28g
Sugars
360mg
Sodium
54
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Java Monster Irish is a canned, ready-to-drink coffee-energy hybrid that you’ll typically find in the refrigerated energy drink aisle or near bottled cold brews and flavored milks in the grocery aisle — often stacked next to other Monster varieties, canned cold coffees, and sports drinks. It suits grab-and-go occasions: commuters on a tight morning schedule, road-trip pit stops, and college students pulling late-night study sessions. The brand leans hard into youth and counter-culture marketing: bold, rebellious, performance-oriented messaging aimed at younger adults and shift workers who want an immediate, caffeinated kick. Packaging is glossy, statement-making, and adult-focused rather than child-directed; there are no organic or natural certifications, though the label hints at “brewed coffee” and “premium cream” to borrow a coffeehouse aura. Health halos are minimal — sugar content and high sodium are present but the product highlights caffeine content prominently instead. In plain language: this is a highly processed, shelf-stable blended beverage with many functional additives. Sensory details: poured cold it’s creamy and sweet with a syrupy mouthfeel from added glucose and condensed milk, layered under bitter-roast coffee notes and a perfumed “Irish” flavor. The 15 fl oz can is a ritual of quick consumption — cracked open cold in the car, workplace, or between shifts — no prep needed, no froth or barista steps. Its texture and sweet-forward profile make it feel indulgent and energizing rather than restorative. Overall, Java Monster Irish occupies the intersection of coffee culture and energy-drink utility: a convenience product designed to deliver flavor and stimulant effects fast, not a slow coffee ritual.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium360mg16%
Total Carbohydrate30g11%
Total Sugars28g
Added Sugars19g38%
Protein7g
* 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

Brewed, Coffee, (Filtered, Water,, Coffee, Extract),, Condensed, Skim, Milk,, Sugar,, Heavy, Cream,, Glucose,, Taurine,, Sodium, Citrate,, Natural, Flavors,, Panax, Ginseng, Extract,, Color, Added,, Salt,, Tricalcium, Phosphate,, Caffeine,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vit., C),, Microcrystalline, Cellulose,, Guar, Gum,, Sucralose,, Niacinamide, (Vit., B3),, Carrageenan,, Maltodextrin,, L-Carnitine, L-Tartrate,, Inositol,, Guarana, Extract,, D-Glucuronolactone,, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vit., B6),, Riboflavin, (Vit., B2)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Color Added - Artificial coloring
No 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?

Long lists of industrial ingredients (sucralose, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, flavor extracts, isolates) and formulated energy blends indicate extensive industrial processing and formulation, consistent with an ultra-processed product.

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Common Questions about Java Monster Irish

Defining 'healthy' can be pretty subjective! Java Monster Irish packs 190 calories with 28 grams of sugar, which is on the higher side for a beverage. If you're looking for a quick energy boost or a sweet treat, it can definitely fit into an occasional indulgence, but it might not be the best choice for your everyday hydration.

Perfect For

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back-to-school
post-workout

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