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Monster Ultra Blue Hawaiian Zero Sugar Energy Drink 16 fl oz
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Monster Ultra Blue Hawaiian Zero Sugar Energy Drink 16 fl oz

Monster
16 foz
Available at Foodtown
10
Calories
0g
Protein
370mg
Sodium
49
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Monster Ultra Blue Hawaiian Zero Sugar is a brightly branded 16 fl oz aluminum can you’ll find in the refrigerated grab-and-go cooler or stacked on shelves in the energy drink aisle, often near other Monster flavors, Red Bull, Bang, and sports drinks. Shoppers reach for it during convenience-focused trips—late-night study runs, gas station stops on road trips, or the quick run before a weekend party or game-day meetup. The product is positioned squarely toward younger adults and college students, gamers, and people chasing an active or high-energy image; marketing leans on bold graphics, extreme-sports and gaming sponsorships, and a “don’t slow down” ethos rather than health messaging. The label promotes “Zero Sugar” and lists added B vitamins and “natural flavors,” but lacks organic certification and includes artificial colors and high-intensity sweeteners, so any health-halo comes mainly from the zero-calorie claim rather than whole-food ingredients. In processing terms, this is a highly processed, formulated beverage composed of isolated compounds and preservatives. Sensory notes: cold and effervescent, it delivers a sharp, sweet-tart tropical-berry aroma with a clean, fizzy mouthfeel and a slightly cooling, candy-like aftertaste due to erythritol and sucralose; bright blue coloring signals flavor more than real fruit. Packaging ritual is casual and fast: cracked open from the fridge, consumed standing or on-the-go, sometimes sipped throughout a long drive, or used as a stimulant pick-me-up before workouts or late-night activities. It’s iconic convenience fuel: quick, bold, and engineered for instant wakefulness rather than nourishment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium370mg16%
Total Carbohydrate5g2%
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,, Citric, Acid, (pH, Control),, Taurine,, Erythritol,, Sodium, Citrate,, Natural, Flavors,, Panax, Ginseng, Flavor,, L-Carnatine, L-Tartarate,, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preservative),, Caffeine,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Sucralose,, Gum, Arabic,, Niacinamide, (Vit., B3),, Salt,, Ester, Gum,, D-Calcium, Pantothenate, (Vit., B5),, Inositol,, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vit., B6),, Blue, 1,, Cyanocobalamin, (Vit., B12)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Ester Gum - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo 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 multiple industrial ingredients (artificial sweeteners, colorants, preservatives, isolated caffeine and amino acid additives) and is a formulated beverage, fitting NOVA Group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Monster Ultra Blue Hawaiian Zero Sugar Energy Drink 16 fl oz

The healthiness of Monster Ultra Blue Hawaiian really depends on what you're looking for. It’s low in calories and sugar-free, making it a decent option if you need a quick energy boost without the sugar crash. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so if you're aiming for a whole-foods diet, it might not fit the bill.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
back-to-school

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