AMP Energy Drink

AMP Energy Drink is a popular carbonated beverage, not a traditional dish, produced by Mountain Dew (a PepsiCo brand). It typically contains carbonated water, high-fructose corn syrup, taurine, B-vitamins, caffeine, and various herbal extracts like ginseng and guarana. It originated in the United States and is widely available in North American convenience stores.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

A standard 16-oz can is very high in carbohydrates (around 60g, mostly from added sugars), contains no fat or protein, and provides roughly 220-250 calories. Its key nutrients are the added caffeine (about 160mg) and B-vitamins like niacinamide and vitamin B6.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	27 g
Sodium	250 mg
Vitamin B6	1 mg
Vitamin B12	3 mcg
Niacin (B3)	10 mg
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	5 mg
Potassium	30 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Caffeine	160 mg
Taurine	1000 mg

Per 1 can (240 ml) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's part of the 'energy drink' phenomenon that emerged in the late 1990s/early 2000s, marketed as a performance and lifestyle boost rather than a nutritional food. Nutritionally, it's unique for combining a massive sugar load with stimulants like caffeine and taurine, a formula designed for a quick energy spike rather than sustained nourishment.