This Energy Drink Sold Here in Maine Has the Most Sugar

Folks in Maine love their caffeine, but did you know that one of the most popular energy drinks is actually one of the worst for our health?

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It’s no secret that we’re big fans of caffeine here in the Pine Tree State, whether it’s coffee, soda, or energy drinks. With Maine’s long, dark winters, it’s easy to understand why we rely on that extra boost to get through the day. However, it’s important to be mindful of what we’re putting into our bodies while trying to stay awake.

But how do we know which energy drinks are worse for us than others?

The publication ‘Eat This, Not That!’ ranked energy drinks based on their sugar content to help consumers make informed choices. They compared popular energy drinks, looking at how much sugar each one contained relative to daily recommended limits.

The article, ‘13 Energy Drinks With the Most Sugar—Ranked!’ highlights that many of these drinks far exceed the recommended 50 grams of added sugar per day. The ranking starts with drinks containing the least sugar and ends with the most sugary option, all of which contain more sugar than a single beverage should.

So, which popular energy drink sold in Maine has the highest sugar content compared to others?

‘Eat This, Not That!’ determined that Rockstar Energy Drink is the #1 highest-sugar energy drink and had this to say about the beverage:

With a whopping 63 grams of sugar per can, that's not to mention the relatively high number of calories and carbs as well as the amount of sodium. While the brand does offer sugar-free options—including everything from the original flavor to Pure Zero Silver Ice and Limón Pepino—you may still want to keep an eye out for other potentially iffy ingredients.

What are your thoughts on the energy drink with the most sugar? Are you a fan of it? Does this information change your mind about picking one up the next time you're out looking for energy?