Every CELSIUS Flavor Ranked Worst To Best

Energy drinks often get a bad rap for being unhealthy and toxic; however, that doesn't mean they aren't an enjoyable and occasionally needed pick-me-up. Some popular energy drink brands like G Fuel and NOS deserve the bad publicity they receive, given that the flavor profiles tend to resemble corroded battery acid and fermented Mountain Dew. However, newer energy drink brands like CELSIUS are giving big companies like Monster and Red Bull a run for their money.

If energy drinks could personify music, fan favorites like Monster and Bang would resemble ska punk with continuous cymbal banging, while CELSIUS would sound like lo-fi remixes of Drake. CELSIUS brand energy drinks have mellow flavors and natural energy vibes that are a notch above the artificial taste of other energy drink brands. 

CELSIUS prides itself on being an energy drink that lacks ingredients such as sugar, aspartame, fake colors, gluten, and artificial colors and preservatives. Recently, the CELSIUS brand has been the subject of scrutiny on Tik Tok due to the possible adverse health effects of the drink. However, most products are best enjoyed in moderation, which is why CELSIUS energy drinks are definitely worth trying, particularly some of the stand-out flavors offered by the brand. Here are all the CELSIUS flavors ranked from worst to best.

This energy drink contains an amalgam of tropical flavors that combine to form the perfect summer drink: CELSIUS' Kiwi Guava flavor resembles a freshly cut plate of fruit. However, its initial flavor profile is less than desirable as it contains a heaviness and a mouthfeel that is similar to cough syrup. On the nose, it contains notes of guava syrup that you might find in a happy hour margarita and an old-fashioned candied kiwi. 

The taste is similar to the aroma and contains notes of guava soda and Hi-Chews. The kiwi flavor is muted, which is unfortunate because a strong dose of kiwi flavor could have really revitalized this energy drink. One review on Influenster commented that they had to double-check to make sure the drink wasn't alcoholic due to its resemblance to a beer. However, other reviewers on Influenster mention that this flavor tastes like guava candy. If you enjoy an overwhelmingly guava-like taste without the sugar crash of candy or juice, then this is the ideal drink for you. 

CELSIUS' love affair with guava flavor has no bounds. CELSIUS' Strawberry Guava flavor is eerily similar to the Kiwi Guava flavor. Every sip of the Strawberry Guava drink leaves you with a lingering taste that can only be fixed with another sip of this mystery flavor disguised as guava. 

According to Tik Tok user Bigsommenergy, the flavor should be called "Guava Strawberry" due to its overpowering sweetness. He found notes of pear and roses in the drink although he also asserted that the advertised strawberry essence was pretty much nonexistent. 

The immense amount of guava didn't bother him as much as the overall heaviness of the drink and the lack of a crisp, refreshing taste. An Amazon review also states that the beverage lacks any traces of strawberry. For CELSIUS, it may be a time to take a break from the guava and maybe spend some more time cultivating the much-needed strawberry flavor that this drink needs. 

Perfecting the ideal peachy flavor can be challenging since, 90% of the time, most flavor iterations tend to toggle between a peach candle and a peach candy flavor. CELSIUS' peach-flavored energy drink doesn't necessarily disappoint, but it doesn't pass the check for standout flavor either. At first glance, one of the most startling realizations about this flavor is that it has a Shrek-ish hue that would usually be associated with Monster's ultra paradise flavor. The aroma is muted, with hints of dried flowers and sugar-free peach candy. 

Reviews on Target's website were underwhelmed with the results; one review compared this drink to a peach simple syrup, which, honestly, might be too high a compliment for this flavor. One reviewer found themselves wishing this drink had more of a ginger taste (as if that could save it from its own demise), while another review compared it to a malty White Claw without the alcohol. While the drink does receive some rave reviews, overall, it tastes like a less intense, floral version of the peach-flavored Monster iced tea with sub-par vibes.

Have you ever had tea and wished it contained caffeine? There are a plethora of caffeinated tea-inspired energy drinks available today, like Monster's Rehab Tea which tastes like a riff on an Arnold Palmer, and Bang's Sweet Tea flavor, which tastes less like an Arnold Palmer that's been festering at the bottom of a pond.

That said, CELSIUS' Peach Mango Green Tea flavor is the happy middle ground between the best and worst drink that can go into one's stomach. On the nose, it smells like a more subtle peach-flavored Monster with notes of Lipton green tea leaves.

The mango flavor is mild as compared to the peach notes, but overall, this drink actually tastes more like lightly sweetened peach green tea than liquified peach rings. According to a Reddit comment, the drink is thinner and less heavy than other flavors, making it one that can be quickly chugged as opposed to syrupy beverages that must be sipped slowly. 

There's nothing like a tropical vibe to get you in a summer state of mind. CELSIUS' Tropical Vibe flavor has a sunshine-in-a-glass vibe that would make even the coldest and windiest of Alaskan tundras feel like a little piece of the Bahamas. This drink contains pineapple and starfruit, which is a sweet and sour Southeast Asian fruit that has a bright yellow color and looks like a three-dimensional star once it has been sliced. 

The color is reminiscent of a mimosa from afar, and the aroma is akin to a tropical vacation or a beach-themed Yankee candle with notes of mysterious starfruit and overripe pineapple. The taste of this drink is like everything CELSIUS' other guava-flavored drinks tried and failed to emulate: the lightness and crispness of a fresh fruit salad. This beverage is incredibly refreshing and unique, especially since starfruit-flavored energy drinks can be quite rare. This flavor is a winner: If only CELSIUS could achieve this balance of flavors in its other guava-themed drinks. 

There's a unique flavor in the world of CELSIUS drinks, and its name is Sparkling Green Apple Cherry. Though announced by CELSIUS via Twitter to be an exclusive at 7-Eleven, a Google search reveals this flavor to be available through Amazon as well. The CELSIUS Instagram account doubles down on the convenience store exclusivity, adding to the carbonated confusion. While an intriguing double identity like this may throw a product launch into a bit of a marketing crisis, for CELSIUS drinkers, the added availability translates into extra opportunities to take the new taste for a test drive.

But will fans of other CELSIUS flavors find this candy-coated combination to be a satisfying sip? The company characterizes the taste as something similar to a candy apple, though Tik Tok reviewers call out the green apple flavor as a stronger note than the cherry, while on YouTube, Nathan's Fast Talk Food Reviews likens the mix to cherry limeade. Amazon reviewers concur, rewarding the flavor with mostly five-star reviews. Based on the descriptions, CELSIUS drinkers looking for real fruit flavor won't find it here. But anyone in search of a sweet treat with Jolly Rancher aspirations will be in beverage heaven.

7-Up and Sprite fans looking for a tingly citrus boost can crack into a can of Sparkling Lemon Lime CELSIUS. The company adds its hallmark energy mix to a citrus base to create a refreshing blend that marries tart lemon with tangy lime. Sparkling Lemon Lime marks flavor No. 30 for the CELSIUS product line, providing curious sippers a new-yet-familiar taste that brings a fizzy lift along with the vitamins, extracts, and other add-ins.

While lemon-lime bubblers are nothing new, the addition of a beloved flavor to the line-up takes CELSIUS closer to the traditional soft drink world. Food Manufacturing explains that demand for refreshing lemon-lime flavor has grown since 2019. Even Pepsi has introduced Starry, a new lemon-lime soda aimed at Gen Z consumers. The big twist: Unlike other lemon-lime soft drinks, CELSIUS includes caffeine in its formula, something noted by YouTube reviewer Timmybug Productions. That review praises the taste, describing the flavor as being better than Sparkling Orange and Arctic Vibe. By tapping into a flavor that soda fans know and love, CELSIUS has come up with a winner that may tempt crossover fans to head for the energy drink section of the beverage aisle.

While CELSIUS' other green tea flavor, the Peach Mango Green Tea, may sound more appealing, it's the Raspberry Açaí Green Tea drink that is actually one of the most surprisingly delicious flavors. Though this flavor is often overlooked, it's actually incredibly fresh and fun, and it contains just the right amount of fruit and tea.  

On the nose, this drink has notes of cranberries, freeze-dried raspberries, and dried green tea leaves. However, the more you drink this flavor, the easier it goes down, leaving you with a fierce freshness that gives you a near-instantaneous caffeine rush. It's quite similar to the Ocean Spray Cran-Raspberry juice, although this may not be a perk if you aren't a fan of raspberry-flavored drinks. 

One Amazon reviewer admits to really disliking the overall taste. This drink does have an overly sweet aftertaste, but that's minute in comparison to the overall refreshing homemade ice tea vibes that this drink brings.

CELSIUS prides itself on providing healthier alternatives to conventional energy drinks through its carefully crafted ingredients and subtle flavors. Even though the drinks may lack the punch that typical energy drinks brands such as Bang or Monster tend to contain, this doesn't mean CELSIUS should be considered any less potent. CELSIUS' Arctic Vibe flavor has an incredibly chillaxed vibe and ultra-cool aura that makes you want to drink and keep sipping. 

Campus Protein compares it to a revamped wild berry flavor with a twist that draws inspiration from a frozen bag of blueberries waiting to be blended into a smoothie or margarita. Tik Tok user Bigsommenergy raves about this drink and its fresh aromas of blueberries, cotton candy, and even fresh pine. Don't be intimidated by the intense vibes of this drink: The overall flavor provides the much-needed chill factor via a perfectly balanced and flavorful drink that leads to a highly enjoyable experience.