40 Popular Monster Energy Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best

Historically, Americans turned to coffees and teas to get their daily caffeine fix. But these days, more and more people are instead turning to energy drinks made by companies like Monster Energy. Around the globe, more than $55 billion worth of energy drinks are sold on an annual basis — and North America is the leading market.

In terms of sales, Monster Energy is near the top in this extremely competitive industry, as only Red Bull, and its many flavors, generates more revenue. But when it comes to having a variety of amazing flavors, Monster Energy is in a league of its own. If you can dream of an energy drink flavor, there's a good chance that this brand has you covered. And not only do you get your caffeine fix when you reach out and grab a can of Monster Energy, but you also get vitamins and amino acids in each beverage that they sell.

In this exhaustive ranking, we'll list Monster Energy flavors in order from the worst of the bunch to the flavor that deserves to wear the crown as the very best. While you can find other flavors, we've made sure to include the most popular flavors of Monster Energy.

Monster invites Zero-Sugar Ultra Fiesta Mango to the power-drink party to get a little tropical tingle spinning around on the flavor carousel. Mango is one of those flavors you either love or hate, like cilantro or Fruit Stripe Gum; there's no in-between appreciation for such a specific blend of smooth and citrus with earthy undertones. If you're going for a drink that offers not just mango but Fiesta Mango, there'd better be some major celebrating going on. That may be a lot of pressure to put on a canned beverage, but hey — Monster chose the name, not the customers.

It turns out this mango is a no-go for those who've consumed a can — or several. A Reddit commenter described it as a flavor that he came to like over time ... after drinking eight cans from a 24-pack. That's too much investment of time and money for a flavor that should have enough power to kick off the party from the get-go. Another commenter in the same thread was more explicit, comparing the taste to literal garbage. Not to pile on what appears to be a bit of a blunder for the company, but putting it in a turquoise can seems like a misstep too. Everyone knows mangoes are sunshine-golden-orange, or at least reddish-green. Hard pass.

The best part about sugar-free Monster Energy drinks is the fact that most of them taste so authentic that it's nearly impossible to tell that they lack sugar. It's why this brand is the best energy drink brand of them all. Sadly, that's not the case with Zero-Sugar Ultra Gold. This drink is supposed to have a pineapple flavor but instead it tastes like a truckload of alternative sweetener mixed with carbonated water. And, no, sugar-free energy drinks won't save you from the crash.

While there's a very slight pineapple-like aftertaste, you'll be grossed out long before you that flavor is picked up by your taste buds. Even if you have a sturdy sweet tooth, you'll absolutely hate this stuff. If you don't pour Zero-Sugar Ultra Gold down the sink after your first sip, you'll learn the hard way that this energy drink tastes worse and worse with each proceeding mouthful. It won't be long before you wave the white flag and tell yourself never to purchase the golden can of Monster Energy ever again.

In theory, an energy drink that tastes like coffee could be the perfect fit for your lifestyle. If you start every day of your life with a cup of joe, getting your coffee in the form of an energy drink has multiple advantages. First of all, it's ready instantly — you just need to grab it out of the refrigerator. Additionally, energy drinks typically have two to three times more caffeine than coffee, which means you will get your caffeine fix quicker by drinking an energy drink than a cup of coffee.

Unfortunately, switching to a coffee-flavored energy drink isn't always a good idea. Loca Moca Java Monster may sound like it should be the energy drink version of a Mocha Frappe from McDonald's — but it's nothing like that. Instead, this stuff tastes like old coffee mixed with lifeless dark chocolate. Monster Energy has some great coffee-flavored drinks — but this is certainly not one of them.

When Monster Energy first hit the market back in 2002, the original drink was a big hit right away. While the iconic black and green can with claw marks on it caused an unwarranted controversy with an outlandish myth, the taste of the energy drink was impressive — especially compared to other energy drinks on the market at the time.

However, nearly two decades later, the original Monster Energy flavor is no longer deserving of a recommendation. In fact, compared to their other flavors, this original stuff is downright off-putting. It's simply way too overbearing. It's super sweet and super salty at the same time. The intensity of this drink gets tiresome after a while.

If you've never branched out from Monster Energy's original flavor, you're doing yourself a major disservice. These days, they make modern energy drinks that legitimately taste so good that you'll crave them even when you don't need a boost of energy.

The problem with Khaotic Juice Monster is hiding in plain sight in its name. This orange-flavored energy drink is just much too chaotic for our taste buds. It's citrusy to a fault. The combination of sweetness and sourness will make you pucker from your first sip until the final drop.

If the name of this drink looks familiar to you, it's because Monster Energy once had a flavor called Khaos. After complaints that Khaos was too overwhelming, they revamped the flavor to make it lighter and Khaotic was born. Unfortunately, Monster Energy didn't lighten the flavor enough. This beverage still tastes like distilled Tang with extra sugar added to the equation. You'd need to heavily water it down to enjoy this stuff at all. Don't be shocked if this flavor gets revamped again. Hopefully, the third time will be the charm. As it is, don't even consider purchasing a can of Khaotic.

Originally made in Amsterdam, Monster Energy Import looks like the energy drink you should select if you're trying to impress a date. The can has an elegant design and has the phrase "super-premium" on it. Alas, this Monster Energy flavor doesn't live up to the hype. Taste-wise, it's very similar to the original flavor. The main difference is it's not as salty and a little bit less carbonated, which gives it a smoother taste. That said, it's even sweeter — and that makes it difficult to stomach.

Monster Energy Import does have one cool feature: a resealable cap. To open it, you simply need to twist the cap. To close it, you just twist it back. Honestly, it's a really useful feature that will hopefully spread to all of their other flavors. If you want to nurse your energy drink all day long, being able to reseal it after every sip is a game-changer.

If you're a fan of both green tea and energy drinks, you may be thrilled to learn that Monster Energy has a green tea-flavored option. While Rehab Monster Green Tea may sound like a marriage made in beverage heaven, the reality of the situation isn't nearly as merry. Instead of being an energy drink that's infused with green tea goodness, this stuff tastes like lightly sweetened pond water. You won't spit it out right away but there's no way you'll get much joy out of this stuff. It smells strange and tastes even weirder.

If you love both green tea and energy drinks, you should enjoy those drinks separately. By consuming green tea, you get many potential benefits including improved brain, heart, and gut health. Don't waste your time with Rehab Monster Green Tea.

If you're a Monster drinker who thought your strawberry dreams were sufficient, you'll need a sip of Zero-Sugar Ultra Strawberry Dreams to set you straight. Does anyone really dream of strawberries, though? Maybe after discovering this fruit-flavored fizzer, they'll be dreaming of fields where high-energy beverages derive their jumpy juice. It seems like adding "dreams" to the name of your energy drink might set you up for disappointment if the flavor doesn't live up to its potential. Did Monster make a mistake with this overly-confident moniker?

If it sounds more like a flavor for a horrifying Monster pie, which is a real thing, than a carbonated kick-starter, that may be because its largely-absent flavor is more likely to haunt your nightmares than inspire sweet dreams, according to one Reddit reviewer. A Walmart customer points out that it tastes sweet without being particularly strawberry-ish. Maybe your money would be better spent on flavors that actually taste like what they say they will, especially with an essence as recognizable as strawberry. Sweet dreams are definitely not made of this.

If the only energy drink you know is the aforementioned Original Green Monster Energy, the Original Lo-Carb Monster Energy is unquestionably a step in the right direction. If you're hesitant about spreading your wings and trying other flavors, start with this flavor. It's similar enough to the original that you'll instantly enjoy it but it can also start you down the path of reaching Monster Energy's best flavors.

The Original Lo-Carb Monster Energy is less sweet and less salty than the original. It also adds a pleasant tanginess. Overall, it's far less intense. As an added bonus, this version is a lot lower in carbohydrates, as the name suggests. While a 16-ounce can of the original has 210 calories and a whopping 54 grams of sugar, a 16-ounce can of the Lo-Carb version has only 25 calories and just 7 grams of sugar. Thus, not only does this taste better than the original, but it's also healthier for you. That's a win-win.

When you see a can of Zero-Sugar Ultra Rosá, your imagination will run wild. Its name alone will have you imagining a drink made with fresh strawberries, guava syrup, lime juice, pink lemonade, and maybe even a splash of wine. As spectacular as that sounds, the reality of this energy drink is much more boring.

Zero-Sugar Ultra Rosá tastes like sweetened grapefruit juice. That's it. There are no guavas or strawberries in the recipe. No wine comes along for the ride. Sweetened grapefruit juice is the only flavor you can taste. It's not a terrible flavor but it's a far cry from what you were hoping for. Monster Energy could have just named this stuff Zero-Sugar Ultra Grapefruit to avoid the aggravation but apparently, that name wasn't sexy enough. Zero-Sugar Ultra Rosá is a hip name but it's also a name that will leave you feeling disappointed after you take your first sip.

If you've ever experienced a delicious cup of Irish coffee, you know that the two most memorable aspects are the cream and whiskey. Since whiskey is obviously not going to be included inside of a can of Monster Energy, it'd make sense if cream played a starring role in Java Monster Irish Crème. Unfortunately, not only is the whiskey missing, but so is the cream for the most part.

There is a modest cream-like flavor in the aftertaste but it's almost negligible. You practically need to hold your breath to taste it. That flavor would need to be amplified by about a factor of 10 for this coffee-flavored beverage to live up to its name. Without the cream and whiskey, Java Monster Irish Crème is left to taste just like an energy drink flavored with instant coffee. It's definitely drinkable but you won't be blown away unless instant coffee is your idea of a good time.

After you take your first sip of Zero-Sugar Ultra Blue, you'll be thoroughly confused. The blue can and the berry-powered aroma will convince you to expect something that tastes like sweet, fresh blueberries. But that's not what is delivered to your taste buds. Instead, Ultra Blue is a harsh amount of sourness that overpowers the berry flavoring.

After the initial shock of your first sip, you may actually grow to enjoy this energy drink which is one of the most sold Monster Energy Drink flavors. However, it may take a while for your expectations to adjust and, even then, it's definitely not for everyone. If you like extra tart raspberries, you might like this drink. Alternatively, if the idea of blueberry-flavored grapefruit juice makes your mouth water, this might be the Monster Energy flavor for you. For everyone else in the world, you should pick one of the flavors higher on this list. Zero-Sugar Ultra Blue lacks the balanced flavors found in the drinks near the top of our ranking.

Lemonade lovers in search of a bold, lemony blast to go with a burst of energy can do better than Monster's Aussie Lemonade. While this twisted take on lemon refreshment offers up sour flavor aplenty, it doesn't come close to an authentic lemonade experience. Sure, it's citrusy enough to pucker your taste buds as you sip. But the telltale lemonade essence has gone missing from this disappointing energy drink. Online reviewer The Impulsive Buy notes that the flavor is more akin to lemonade mixed with a lemon-lime soda. This may be intriguing if you know what you're in for, but if you're expecting an energized version of old-fashioned lemonade, you won't be satisfied.

Reddit users are helpful in pointing out that Australian-style lemonade is actually more of a lemon-lime soda, like Sprite. Drinkers who know this before they pop the top may find something satisfying in the can if they are looking for a beverage closer to 7UP. But for fans of actual lemonade, Aussie Lemonade just doesn't match the jazzy sweet-tartness or citrus fun of the real deal.

Boasting 300 milligrams of caffeine, Triple Shot French Vanilla Java Monster has some odd characteristics but it could make sense for the right person. Firstly, let's put that amount of caffeine in perspective. That's nearly twice as much caffeine as the largest Blonde Vanilla Latte available at Starbucks. If you need to wake up in a hurry, this Monster Energy creation could be right up your alley.

The first aspect that makes the Triple Shot French Vanilla Java Monster so odd is the flavor. Instead of tasting like vanilla coffee, it tastes like caramel coffee with a slight vanilla aftertaste. It tastes pretty good — but it won't be what you're expecting. The other odd aspect is the texture. This non-carbonated beverage is really thick, especially compared to other energy drinks. For that reason, it's important to keep this drink extra cold. If it's even room temperature, the thickness will make it seem like you're drinking old milk that has been left out on the kitchen counter for too long.

The first Monster Energy drink on this list that can be recommended to one and all without any caveats or conditions is Zero Ultra. It comes in an easily recognizable white can with black, gray, and blue lettering and features a clean, crisp, and utterly refreshing citrus flavor. For someone new to the energy drink universe, this would be the perfect way to dip your toe into the caffeinated water. In the early days of energy drinks, they were all jarring and difficult to drink. This flavor is the opposite of that.

Zero Ultra is so light that you could drink multiple cans of this stuff without batting an eyelash. That said, you don't want to do that because too much caffeine can be dangerous and lead to everything from dizziness to trouble breathing and could even require hospitalization. As with many things in life, be sure to enjoy Zero Ultra in moderation. Even though it's easy to down multiple cans, think twice before doing so.

It's not enough to have red flavored drinks in the Monster machine; heavy-duty power sippers need a bolder boost that Zero-Sugar Ultra Red aims to supply. With red being deemed the best flavor in everything from velvet cake to Starburst, Monster fuses together a few options to create a mixed berry flavor that promises a lighter essence than some of its other selections. It's hard to imagine anything red-flavored being particularly delicate, but there's always a chance for beverage scientists to come up with a real unicorn of a concoction. Could this be the horned wonder of the energy drink world? 

Maybe ... and maybe not. Customers who've given it a try seem to believe they've found something special. A Reddit reviewer describes it as a balance of sweet and sour berry personalities, while TikToker @brucesuperco announces the flavor to be a version of fruit punch. Mystery solved! Fans of canned Hawaiian Punch might finally have a Monster to champion. One Amazon reviewer even deemed the flavor a "Red Bull Killer," but went on to describe it as similar to Diet Coke. So even if it can conquer the best and worst Red Bull flavors, it might take some taste-testing to figure out what Ultra Red is really all about.

Peach tea always seems to be a hit-and-miss beverage. It's either really good and the perfect drink for a hot summer day or so putrid that there's no way to drink it without gagging. Thankfully, Peach Tea Monster Rehab is the former and not the latter. It has a strong peach flavor and enough sweetness to catch your attention. The peach flavor is almost too strong — but it successfully tiptoes that line and avoids overwhelming your senses with unnatural peachiness.

The Monster Rehab line has three focuses: to quench your thirst, to provide you with energy, and to rehabilitate you after a long, difficult day. To accomplish those goals, Monster Rehab flavors are packed with a variety of electrolytes, vitamins, botanicals such as quercetin and milk thistle, and more than 150 milligrams of caffeine. It's also noteworthy that these drinks are not carbonated, which makes them easy to drink and more useful as a thirst quencher.

Rehab Monster Wild Berry Tea gets right to the point by telling customers there's a familiar flavor waiting for them when you snap the tab. It doesn't even matter what kind of berry we're talking about here. Raspberries? Sure. Strawberries? Yes indeed. Gooseberries? Okay ... it matters a little. Even Monster doesn't seem to know, calling it simply mixed berries on the flavor landing page. So it seems like it's up to each drinker to decide for themselves what Wild Berry Tea entails, which makes it maybe the most exciting flavor of all. Considering the flavors are mixed into black tea sweetened with apple juice, it may not make too much of a difference.

But does it have the juice to be the best-tasting flavor of all? Monster certainly goes out of its way to include botanicals and electrolytes to solve any hydration issues you might have. It might still be one of the unhealthiest drinks in bottles or cans you can consume, even if it aims to "rehab" you. But if you're a Monster masher who can't break free of this beverage line's clutches, YouTube reviewer Darin Malloy describes the lightly-sweet flavor as an artificial raspberry taste with a gentle black tea essence, but a pleasant sipper for your palate. This can gets extra points for the attempts at helping your system recover from whatever you're recovering from, but points off for the fake berry element.

There's no telling from the name what Juice Monster Rio Punch has waiting for adventurous energy drink consumers. Could it be luscious South American fruits that add a touch of tropical sunshine to the sparkling brew? Maybe a bit of refreshing greenness dropped into the recipe to elevate the blend? Considering the vibrantly verdant label and packaging, it could be a can full of wheat grass, for all shoppers can tell.

Thankfully, there's no wheat grass here. This isn't one of those sugar-free approximations of a juice drink, either; Rio Punch packs in the sugar and real fruit juice to make sure the juicy good flavor is as accurate as something called "Rio Punch" can be. And it seems to work; Amazon viewers shower Rio Punch with a shimmering 4.5-star average over 340 ratings, with one commenter calling it "a strawberry Skittle in a can." If candy-coated refreshment that energizes your system is on your shopping list and you don't mind consuming sugar in the exchange, this is one flavor that punches up instead of punching down.

There's so much to love about Zero-Sugar Ultra Black. First of all, the can is slick. It's black with gray and red highlights. Just holding this can will increase your coolness level by two or three notches. Second of all, the flavor is strikingly crisp. It tastes like fresh black cherries with only a hint of sweetness added in to enhance the happiness. Thirdly, due to the tartness and richness of the black cherries, Zero-Sugar Ultra Black is extra filling. If it comes down to it, you could use this energy drink to replace a meal (though probably not recommended), which is extra impressive considering that this beverage has a grand total of zero calories.

Unlike the vast majority of energy drinks, this flavor still tastes good even when it's not kept in a refrigerator. Whether you drink Zero-Sugar Ultra Black cold, at room temperature, or even a little bit warm, you'll love it all the same.

Ultra Sunrise may sound like the dawning of a brand new day, but the orangey citrus flavor is nothing new in the world of beverage excitement. Fans of orange-flavored beverages will surely get their money's worth, but for drinkers looking for something that has a little more tongue tingle in addition to the brain tingle of Monster's energy wildness, this can is probably not going to do it. This doesn't make it bad, just average for a Monster sipping experience.

Caffeine Shark shares this opinion, noting that while Ultra Sunrise doesn't set the world on fire, it's also not a bad drink. Reviewers on Influenster are a bit more excited about the taste of Ultra Sunrise and call out the tangerine essence, proclaiming it a satisfying morning start.

Let's be clear: no matter what food you find it in, the color red is not a flavor; adding the word "ruby" to make it more distinct can't change that fact. Yet somehow, when Monster lovers read Zero-Sugar Ultra Fantasy Ruby Red on the label, they're more than likely to get a sense of just how the juiced-up juice in the can tastes. And while reading the more descriptive phrase "fresh pink pamplemousse" should offer more insight, only the French-speaking Monster fans will know that this is an unnecessarily fancy way of saying "grapefruit." Now you know.

With crisp notes of juicy refreshment ready to tingle your taste buds, this Monster appears to be a prime pick for lovers of the less-sweet side of the spectrum. Reviewers at Walmart herald the blend of tart and sweet and call it refreshing, a boon that not all artificially-sweetened drinks can pull off. One even describes turning it into a cocktail for a home bar pick-me-up. It sounds like a juicy success, but really, the fancy name isn't necessary. Just calling it grapefruit would be sufficient.

Why would you ever crack open a Java Monster Café Latte when you could have a real café latte instead? Maybe it's for the additional energizing elements like guarana and taurine, which don't come standard in a Starbucks, or maybe it's the oversized carry-around can that makes hauling your hyped-up beverage an easier prospect. Simply knowing that the energy drink giant modifies its formula to make a coffee-centered drink with café ambitions may be enough to rope in lovers of simple coffee and cream with a little kick of something extra.

A shining review from The Impulsive Buy informs readers that this is similar to Java Monster Mean Bean minus the vanilla essence, leaving behind a true milked-up coffee quaff. Several Reddit commenters acknowledge a strange aftertaste that keeps them from crowing about the can, however. This one is a toss-up for coffee fiends to try and judge for themselves, with a 50-50 shot at finding something special. And as for the lack of artificial sweetener in this recipe, knowing that even sugar-free energy drinks can't save you from the crash, allowing for real sugar in the can shouldn't be such a sin, but it's something to be aware of for the sugar-conscious energy drink fan.

Known by some energy drink connoisseurs as the Purple Monster, Zero-Sugar Ultra Violet is a big-time winner. By just looking at the purple can, you may worry that this energy drink will be overflowing with too much artificial grape flavor. Other energy drinks go way too far with that fake grape additive. Thankfully, Monster Energy decided to go in a different direction.

When you first take a sip, you'll be stunned that grape isn't even the main flavor. Instead, the first thing you'll taste is a delicate citrus flavor. The artificial grape flavor doesn't even kick in until the aftertaste. Even then, the grape flavor is kind and gentle. Overall, it should be noted that this is one of the sweeter beverages that Monster Energy produces. Everyone should like this flavor but you'll especially adore it if you have an insatiable sweet tooth.

It's not a flavor combination that's popular in the world of energy drinks but Tea & Lemonade Monster Rehab is so glorious that it will cause you to sit up straight in amazement. In fact, it's really similar to the best AriZona Tea flavor, the AriZona Arnold Palmer. On top of the really good taste, you get all the other benefits of the Monster Rehab line including botanicals, caffeine, electrolytes like potassium and magnesium, and a wide array of vitamins including vitamin B3, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12.

Like AriZona Arnold Palmer, Tea & Lemonade Monster Rehab is also non-carbonated. That's a good thing because you don't have any bubbles interfering with the perfect pairing of sweet lemonade and brewed tea. After surviving another busy day at the office, this beverage is a great way to refresh your senses, recover your joy, and revive your spirits so that you can savor the rest of your evening.

Perhaps you're an energy drink connoisseur who's grown tired of the syrupy sweetness of the usual Monster menu items. There's no rule that says your taste buds have to be overwhelmed by sugar, which is where Nitro Super Dry swoops in to soup up your day. Anyone reading the label would wonder immediately if it's dry like champagne, dry like wine, or dry like vodka? Since Monster is a zero-proof beverage, it's unlikely that any of those potables would be the inspiration ... or is it?

The website puts the query to rest by calling out the citrus-based sipper's crisp, light texture, comparing it to fine champagne. The nitro infusion is undoubtedly a help in achieving a creamier fizz, and while "citrus" can mean a lot of things, two different Amazon reviewers not-so-helpfully call out in separate critiques that it tastes like lime and orange juice. Maybe the most informative of the bunch are the notes that proclaim the difference between this non-committal flavor and plain-old Monster, which has a suspiciously similar can. Worth a try, but beware of the tricky switch if you love the original.

A softer flavor like Peaches n' Crème being added to the Monster Reserve line feels like outreach to drinkers who might prefer subtler notes in their fizzing rocket fuel. The blend brings to mind thoughts of brunchtime Bellinis, especially considering the crackling carbonation in the can. An energy drink that replicates a weekend cocktail with a different kind of buzz and none of the alcohol sounds like an ingenious way to market what should be a novel flavor in the Monster portfolio.

The balance doesn't appear to be entirely harmonious, however. The emphasis on this Monster creation appears to be squarely on the peaches. Several Amazon reviewers call out the distinct lack of creamy flavor despite the promise on the label, though they seem to appreciate the fruit flavor enough to leave glowing reviews. Even with word of a more soda-like flavor and a similarity to Monster Peach Nitro, the overwhelming opinion is that this is a favorable flavor. One drawback: Availability seems to be limited depending on where and when you shop. It's best to keep your eyes peeled if this one sounds pretty peachy to you.

As one of Monster's noncarbonated options, Mango Loco is one of the most successful formulations in the company's lineup. Leaving out the fizz allows Monster to replicate the bold flavor of real mango juice. The result is something more like a juice beverage than a typical energy drink, though anyone looking for a caffeinated spark will get exactly what they want here too. Fans of the mellow tropical goodness of real mango will find much to love when they crack the top on one of these cans.

Reviewers on A Billion seem to agree, giving Mango Loco an overall 4.7 out of five-star review average. Reddit users are a bit more mixed in their opinions, commenting that this tropical treat can be a little too sweet at times, especially without the carbonation to offset it. Nonetheless, for energy drink lovers who are searching for something slightly more exotic to add to their lineup, Mango Loco is a sure winner.

Lovers of peach rings candy are in for a real treat with Monster's Ultra Peachy Keen flavor. The taste is an uncanny recreation of the popular sweet but with the energizing boost that Monster provides. The juicy peach flavor is a welcome addition to the Monster family, and while it doesn't fully replicate the taste of real peaches, it comes close enough to get the job done. There's a spark of nostalgia in the candy-style flavoring that doesn't forgo the recognizable essence of fruit, a balancing act performed without a drop of sugar. 

On the downside, one Reddit reviewer comments on the strange lingering aftertaste. Perhaps the sugar substitute monster uses has something to do with this. Regardless, drinkers who love the fun flavor of childhood candy in their energy drinks will get a kick out of this sip. YouTube reviewer Caffeine Man is one of those people, and he praises the strong peachy aroma and manageable sweetness that doesn't overpower the flavor. For a drink that boldly proclaims itself to be peachy keen, this canned beverage comes through.

Monster gets the lemonade balance right with its Rehab Strawberry Lemonade flavor. This can leaves out the carbonation in favor of a more authentic combination of strawberry and lemonade that replicates the real deal. To be clear, the flavor is lighter than other Monster cans. Still, it's a refreshing change that satisfies both the urge for a tart yet sweet beverage and the need for a sippable supercharge filled with Monster's energy-boosting magic. Imagine cracking open a cold can of this delightful drink on a hot summer day when it's too much trouble to make actual strawberry lemonade. You're in for a refreshing time, and you'll be all juiced up for whatever your next warm-weather activity turns out to be.

Online reviews seem to concur. YouTube reviewer Chad Longworth rates Rehab Strawberry Lemonade just under plain lemonade and peach lemonade tea flavored Monster. Rehab Strawberry Lemonade is a successful reimagining of a real-world flavor that drinkers know and love, but with a rocket-fuel kick that's sure to get you going.

When you open a can of Pacific Punch Juice Monster, the smell of Hawaiian Punch will fill the room. Initially, you may feel a palpable amount of disappointment if kiddie drinks aren't your thing. But your frown will flip upside down once you take a sip because this beverage tastes much better. It doesn't have that overpowering and nauseating sweetness that plagues Hawaiian Punch. With only a subtle amount of sweetness, you're better able to taste all the different fruits that make up the fruit juice. That adds to the complexity of this energy drink and makes it much lighter.

While it tastes like a better version of Hawaiian Punch, there are some differences. Hawaiian Punch is made from apples, oranges, pineapples, apricot, papaya, guava, and passion fruit. Pacific Punch Juice Monster, on the other hand, has the following fruits on its list of ingredients: apples, pineapples, cherries, raspberry, guava, and passion fruit. Thus, it's really similar but not an exact replica.

The Java Monster shows its claws with Mean Bean, part of the coffee collection that drops extra buzz-buzz into roasted bean and cream flavor to capture the coffee-drinking sector who may not have time to brew their own caffeine. With a blast of vanilla mixed in, the concept sounds like a supercharged vanilla latte you can drink from a larger-than-life can. It begs the question: Just how much stimulation does a beverage that isn't straight-up espresso need?

If you prefer a more naturally sweetened morning drink, this can may not make it high in your personal canned coffee ranking. But if you're in the market with a zero-sugar caffeinated spark plug that seems beloved on Influenster with a highly-encouraging 4.52-star average across 2,304 reviews, you can have a to-go beverage described by reviewers as rich-tasting, like a café-style cold-brew coffee. Even reviewers who don't like coffee have been enchanted by Monster's Mean Bean magic. If, instead of wondering what is the most sold Monster Energy Drink, you're considering which one could capture your coffee-loving heart, Mean Bean appears to be a nice vice to add to your beverage habit.

If you're going to improve on the natural roasted goodness of coffee, adding caramel is a great place to start. With Java Monster Salted Caramel, the caffeinated can producer goes one step further by replicating a candy-coated favorite. A sprinkle of salt not only adds a tangy layer to the flavor profile; it also adds an extra source of electrolytes to keep Monster drinkers hydrated while getting them jazzed up for the day (or evening) ahead.

How does all of this barista-based razzle-dazzle translate to a canned beverage? Walmart shoppers confidently assert it's like a drinkable dessert with an aroma that's equally lovable, while Influenster reviewers note the lightly salted flavor really comes through. With all the adoration heaped on this sugarful selection, let's call it one of those energy drinks that aren't exactly healthy but satisfies your sweet coffee cravings when a trip to the coffee shop isn't in the cards. In that sense, there's a double-whammy in Java Monster Salted Caramel that gets the coffee-style caffeinating job done without disrupting your schedule, as long as you stock up in advance of your cravings.

Monster Ultra Vice Guava sounds like something sinfully delicious, a beverage best served with a warning label against the potential for dangerous levels of enjoyment. The web listing's description consists of only the word "guava," which leaves no room for interpretation. So if you're a guava aficionado who could use a little zip-zap to get you up and running and keep you that way throughout the day, the Monster marketing folks seem confident that you're going to recognize the flavor.

Amazon customers have taken to the guava goodness, declaring it worthy of repeat purchases and comparing it to a better version of White Monster. Instagram reviewer Opperman Fitness declares it "exotic tasting" and gives it an 8.75 out of 10 rating. Whatever you've come to know as a tropical flavor may be in for a challenge from Zero-Sugar Ultra Vice Guava, which makes this escape-in-a-can a must-try. Just don't expect to fly business class or have your bag fees paid for. This trip is a ground-level flavor journey only.

The most refreshing of all the Monster Energy flavors is without a doubt Zero-Sugar Ultra Watermelon. This is the best energy drink you can find anywhere to cool you off after a long, hot afternoon in the sun. Whether you've been outside doing yard work or you spent a lazy day at the beach, this watermelon-powered beverage will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized.

The greatest attribute the Zero-Sugar Ultra Watermelon has going for it is its genuineness. It really does taste like fresh watermelon juice that has been expertly carbonated. There's some added sweetness to make it even more entertaining to drink but not enough sweetness to impede the party. Another advantageous attribute is the fact that the can is always easy to spot, even if it's in a sea of competing energy drink cans. With a bright red background, green lettering, and a multitude of exploding fireworks, it's impossible to miss.

Cracking open a can of high-rev bubbles that replicate an ice cream classic like Orange Dreamsicle adds a layer of refreshment that should feel authentic and nostalgic. One of the special Reserve label flavors, this frosty throwback is described on the Monster website as creamy orange sherbet. Thanks to TikTok, there's plentiful evidence that heavy-hitting energy drink lovers having made their own Monster floats at home. It's not hard to imagine executives catching wind of the Monster mash-up and tapping into the concept for this iteration to capture dollars while saving consumers time and — ahem — energy.

Though a few online write-ups call out the less-than-natural orange flavor and heavy artificial sweetener content for making the brew taste like cheap soda, Orange Dreamsicle gets largely favorable reviews for its ability to send drinkers back to their ice cream truck chasing days. The balance of vanilla and orange sounds like a natural fit for a bubbly firecracker in a can, making this Monster pleasantly retro for a contemporary crowd.

Is there a compelling reason for Monster to make a pineapple drink that's white rather than the natural sunshine yellow of real pineapple? Likely it's because there's no real pineapple in the can, which means making the liquid a true hue would require artificial colors being added to the brew. White Pineapple is part of the Monster Reserve line, a selection of premium flavors that don't appear all that different from regular Monster drinks regarding ingredients or pricing. If creative chemistry with natural and artificial flavors are the main distinction, then White Pineapple should be a tasty tentpole offering.

Based on responses from Amazon reviewers, this pineapple is a welcome tropical treat, described as having more fruit-forward notes, and even a little sunshiny mango essence to sell the island vibe. It's all five-stars and favorites from online buyers of the energy drink, with several write-ups mentioning that this is a new favorite. It appears the engineers behind the can have come up with a Monster energy flavor fitting of a title like Reserve.

Of all the options in the original line of Monster Energy drinks, the cream of the crop is Monster Energy Assault. This is the flavor that comes in the can with the camouflage pattern. Neither the camo nor the anything on the front of the can gives you a hint of what you should expect when you take your first sip. What does this beverage taste like? It tastes like Coca-Cola mixed with the original Monster Energy flavor.

Importantly, the primary flavor is the cola. That allows the original energy drink flavor to play a supporting role in the background. While the original flavor was much too intense, it meshes amazingly well when a lot of cola is mixed with it.

If you find that regular colas don't have enough caffeine, you may consider making Monster Energy Assault your go-to cola. This drink will assault your system with 160 milligrams of caffeine, while a can of Coca-Cola Classic has only 34 milligrams of caffeine.

Of all the fantastic flavors of Monster Energy drinks that feature no sugar at all, Zero-Sugar Ultra Paradise is the one that deserves to be the highest in this ranking. It's so stunningly awesome that it might be the only energy drink you buy the rest of your life. The fact that this flavor was created without the use of any sugar is mind-blowing.

When this stuff first enters your mouth, you will first taste a mild tartness. Next, you will taste an invigorating fruity flavor. Finally, a pleasantly sweet aftertaste will prepare you for your next sip. This roller coaster ride never gets boring. In fact, you'll love Zero-Sugar Ultra Paradise more and more as you drink it.

To create the fruitiness, Monster Energy combined kiwis, limes, and just a little bit of cucumber. It's difficult for your taste buds to pick up the cucumber but not impossible. Conversely, the kiwi juice and the lime juice form a magical combination that you can't miss.

If you want to try the best of the best that Monster Energy has to offer, head to your nearest convenience store and buy a Pipeline Punch Juice Monster. This beverage is similar to the previously discussed Pacific Punch Juice Monster but a few levels better. Like Pacific Punch, Pipeline Punch has a Hawaii-inspired flavor. By combining guava, passion fruit, and orange, this energy drink has attained legendary status. This stuff has the optimal amount of sweetness, sourness, and saltiness all in one can.

The fact that Monster Energy's best flavor is a juice-powered beverage shouldn't be too surprising. The company that gave birth to Monster Energy was Hansen's Natural, a family-operated juice business with a history that dates back to the 1930s. In a way, Pipeline Punch Juice Monster is the company returning to its roots. Give it a try and you'll taste an energy drink that's so delicious that you will agree that its greatness can only be explained by Monster Energy having decades of experience.

Rounding up the colossal collection of Monster drinks via taste-testing would require a ton of sipping and caffeine consumption. Rather than taking on the laborious task, an assessment of each flavor was made based on tasting notes, ingredients, caffeine content, and a highly opinion-driven designation of how the cans stack up against one another. Since ranking is a subjective endeavor by nature, determining which flavors bubble to the top and which sink to the bottom based on descriptions and the "ooh vs. ew" factor was a viable approach, and one that will lead future purchases for the rankers and reviewers involved.

Since the internet is overflowing with opinions from Monster fans, there was also consultation made of reviews and comments that helped guide the ranking process. As assessments were made for which Monster is most popular with the public, it became easier to separate the high-rankers from the low-levelers.