Nuclear: Green Machine

Welcome to week three of Caffeine Wises’ ongoing energy drink reviews.

This week I have more of an unknown, convenience store brand called “Nuclear”. Nuclear has a few different flavors to choose from. Today I will be enjoying the Green Machine.

Upon cracking open the can I am greeted with a very, very citrusy smell. Reminds me of Red Bull, just much stronger.

So far the Green Machine is off to an ok start.

The drink it’s self is a strong, but bright, lime green color (unlike Red Bull). Taking the first sip proved that this drink is very heavily carbonated. The fizz is almost too much to handle.

A few more sips and it’s decided: this drink is not chug-able. The fizz is just too much. It burns the throat on it’s way down if you drink it too fast. Make sure you have enough time to drink this can because it’s going to take a while.

This drink is also very sweet. I would say too sweet for some.

And for the caffeine in this drink? Well… I’m not entirely sure because the can has no information about caffeine content; but I can tell you that caffeine effects are minimal. I guess the label on the can that states “Extreme Caffeine” is a bit of an overstatement.

Caffeine: Unknown
Taste: 3 out of 5
Buzz: 2 out of 5
Verdict: Don’t buy