How much caffeine is in each energy drink we carry?
Caffeine ranges from 200 mg down to zero across the cans on our shelves. The strongest is Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink at 200 mg per 12 oz, then Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink at 180 mg, the Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink at 100 mg per 8.4 oz, and Poppi Prebiotic Soda at 40 mg in cola flavors. Here is every drink we sell, ranked by caffeine.
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| Drink | Caffeine | Can size | Sugar | Our price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink | 200 mg | 12 fl oz | 0 g | $1.99 |
| Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink | 180 mg (natural) | 12 fl oz | 0 g | see the product page |
| Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink | 100 mg | 8.4 fl oz | 0 g | $1.49 |
| Poppi Prebiotic Soda (cola flavors) | 40 mg | 12 fl oz | 5 g or less | $2.49 |
| Poppi Prebiotic Soda (non-cola flavors) | 0 mg | 12 fl oz | 5 g or less | $2.49 |
| Bloom POP Prebiotic Soda | 0 mg | can | low | see the product page |
| Other sodas and waters we stock | 0 mg | varies | varies | varies |
For context, the figures above come straight from each product. The Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink packs its 100 mg into a smaller 8.4 oz can, while the full-size Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink doubles that to 200 mg in 12 oz. The Poppi Prebiotic Soda only carries caffeine in its cola style flavors (Classic Cola and Doc Pop at 40 mg); its Root Beer and Lemon Lime are caffeine free.
Which is the strongest, and which is under 100 mg?
The strongest energy drink we carry is the Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink at 200 mg of caffeine per can. If you want to stay under 100 mg, the easiest pick is Poppi Prebiotic Soda in a cola flavor at 40 mg, or any caffeine free can. The Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink sits right at 100 mg, a clean middle ground.
- Most caffeine: Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink, 200 mg per 12 oz.
- Strong but natural: Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink, 180 mg from green coffee bean extract.
- Right at 100 mg: Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink, 100 mg per 8.4 oz.
- Under 100 mg: Poppi Prebiotic Soda cola flavors at 40 mg, or any caffeine free can.
On a cost-per-milligram basis from our shelf prices, the full-size Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink is the most efficient hit of caffeine at about $0.010 per mg ($1.99 for 200 mg). The Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink runs about $0.015 per mg ($1.49 for 100 mg), and the cola Poppi Prebiotic Soda is about $0.062 per mg ($2.49 for 40 mg), since you are paying mostly for the prebiotic soda, not the caffeine.
What does “zero sugar” mean here, and which sweeteners are used?
Zero sugar means no added sugar, with non-nutritive sweeteners doing the sweetening instead, landing these cans at roughly 10 to 15 calories. Both Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink and the Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink use sucralose, and the full size also adds acesulfame potassium. Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink uses sucralose with prebiotic fiber and no aspartame, artificial colors, or artificial flavors.
- Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink: sucralose plus acesulfame potassium (ace-K), 0 g sugar, about 10 to 15 calories.
- Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink: sucralose, 0 g sugar, 10 calories.
- Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink: sucralose plus galactomannan prebiotic fiber, 0 g sugar, 10 calories.
- Poppi Prebiotic Soda: organic cane sugar plus stevia leaf extract, 5 g sugar or less, 35 calories or less, with 3 g of fiber.
If you are specifically avoiding sucralose, none of the three sugar-free energy cans above will fit, since all three use it. The closest swap on our shelf is the lightly sweetened Poppi Prebiotic Soda, which leans on organic cane sugar and stevia, though it carries far less caffeine. Ask a Host in store and we can walk you through the labels side by side.
Natural vs synthetic caffeine, and the “clean, no crash” angle
The difference is the caffeine source and the supporting ingredients. Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink uses natural caffeine from green coffee bean extract and pairs it with L-theanine, ginseng, and prebiotic fiber, which is the build many Guests mean when they say “clean.” Alani Nu uses added caffeine alongside taurine, ginseng, B vitamins, and L-theanine for its lift.
L-theanine, found in both Bloom and Alani Nu, is the amino acid in green tea that many people pair with caffeine for a smoother feel. We cannot promise you will avoid a crash, since that depends on your dose, food, sleep, and tolerance, but the natural-caffeine plus L-theanine and fiber profile of the Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink is what drives its reputation. The B vitamins in the Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink (B3, B5, B6, B12, and biotin) round out its formula.
Which energy drink fits your goal?
Match the can to what you are doing. For a hard workout or a long focus block, the higher-caffeine Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink at 200 mg or the natural-caffeine Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink at 180 mg make sense. For an afternoon pick-me-up that will not wreck your sleep, the 100 mg Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink or a 40 mg cola Poppi Prebiotic Soda are the gentler picks.
| Your goal | Best pick we carry | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum energy / pre-workout | Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink | 200 mg caffeine, 0 g sugar, B vitamins |
| Focus with a smoother feel | Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink | 180 mg natural caffeine plus L-theanine and ginseng |
| Afternoon lift, lighter dose | Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink | 100 mg in a smaller 8.4 oz can |
| Low caffeine, gut-friendly soda | Poppi Prebiotic Soda | 40 mg in cola flavors, 3 g fiber, apple cider vinegar |
| No caffeine at all | Bloom POP Prebiotic Soda or any water we stock | caffeine free, sippable any time |
Are energy drinks bad for you?
Energy drinks are not inherently harmful for most healthy adults in moderation, but caffeine is a stimulant and dose matters. The main thing to watch is total daily caffeine, since one 200 mg can is half the roughly 400 mg per day that health authorities call moderate for most adults. Sugar-free cans skip the added sugar, which is a plus, but they are not a substitute for sleep, water, or food.
We are a retailer, not a medical provider, so we will not make health claims about any can. If you are pregnant, sensitive to caffeine, on medication, or managing a heart condition, talk to your doctor about caffeine. The honest read: these are a convenient, sugar-free caffeine source when used sensibly, not a health drink.
What about THC, kratom, or kava “functional drinks”?
We do not carry THC, kratom, or kava beverages in our Beverages aisle. Everything in this category is a standard energy drink, prebiotic soda, sparkling water, or coconut water with no cannabinoids and no kratom or kava. If you came in searching for those functional or relaxation drinks, they are not part of this lineup.
For any kratom or kava products we may carry, those live in their own dedicated sections of our store and site, age restricted to 21+ with photo ID at the counter, never in the Beverages cooler. We never reference cannabis products. Ask a Host in store and we can point you to the right aisle for what you are after.
Where can you buy single cans in El Paso?
You buy these by the single can in store at El Paso Smoke Shops, with no online 12-pack ordering. Stock moves fast and flavors rotate, so the surest way to grab a specific can like the Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink or the Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink is to check live availability for your nearest location before you head over.
- Single cans, in-store pickup only: grab one or build your own mix.
- Check stock by store on the product page before driving over.
- Flavors rotate, so the Alani Nu Mini flavors (such as Cherry Slush, Juicy Peach, and Orange Kiss) and Poppi flavors on hand vary by release and location.
Whether you want the 200 mg Alani Nu Sugar Free Energy Drink, the natural-caffeine Bloom Sugar Free Prebiotic Sparkling Energy Drink, the lighter 100 mg Alani Nu MINI Sugar Free Energy Drink, or a low-caffeine Poppi Prebiotic Soda, our Hosts can help you read the labels and pick the right can for your day.
