Beverages, Energy drink, RED BULL, sugar free, with added caffeine, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamins B6 and B12
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This is a crisp, carbonated sugar-free energy drink with a light, slightly tart flavor and a signature 'zing' from its B-vitamin blend. It delivers a sharp, clean energy boost without the calories or sugar of its classic counterpart, thanks to added caffeine and niacin.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the immediate, sugar-free energy lift and its iconic, slightly medicinal yet refreshing taste that pairs well with long work sessions or pre-workout routines.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high caffeine content can cause jitters or disrupt sleep, and the artificial sweeteners may cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals. To mitigate, avoid consuming it late in the day, start with a half-can to assess tolerance, and hydrate with water alongside it.
Key benefits
- Zero sugar and only 5 calories per 100g
- Provides 100% of the Daily Value for vitamins B6 and B12
- Contains niacin and pantothenic acid for energy metabolism
- Offers a quick, non-caloric caffeine boost
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The formula for Red Bull was originally developed in Thailand in the 1960s as a drink called 'Krating Daeng' (meaning 'Red Gaur') for truck drivers and laborers.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 98.3 g |
| Energy | 5.0 kcal |
| Energy | 19.0 kj |
| Protein | 0.25 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.08 g |
| Ash | 0.62 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.70 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 13.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.00 mg |
| Potassium, K | 3.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 83.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.00 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.03 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.57 mg |
| Niacin | 8.5 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 2.0 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 30.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
How much caffeine is in a standard can?
A 355ml (12 fl oz) can contains about 114mg of caffeine, roughly equivalent to a medium cup of coffee.
Is the sugar-free version safe for diabetics?
It contains no sugar and has a negligible effect on blood sugar, but individuals with diabetes should always consult their healthcare provider about caffeine intake and artificial sweeteners.
What are the B vitamins for?
Niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 all contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism and help reduce tiredness and fatigue.