{"id":11200,"date":"2021-05-24T12:33:09","date_gmt":"2021-05-24T04:33:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/?p=11200"},"modified":"2023-06-20T22:59:59","modified_gmt":"2023-06-20T14:59:59","slug":"is-monster-energy-vegan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Monster Energy Vegan? (Ingredient Analysis)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-11::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-11{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-12::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-12{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p><strong>In a nutshell, <a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/monster-caffeine-ingredients\/\">Monster<\/a> consider their drinks vegan, despite not being officially certified.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you make a google search about it, you&rsquo;ll see the company has clearly mentioned that they use no animal by-products, however, the brand does not use any vegan labels.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I know it sounds a bit confusing, so I&rsquo;m here to shed some light particularly to this question &ndash; <strong>is Monster vegan?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we&rsquo;ll inspect Monster Energy ingredients&rsquo; to see how vegan they are. So, read and learn to find out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For reference, a standard can of Monster contains <strong>160 mg caffeine, 210 calories, 54 grams of sugar, taurine, B-Vitamins, guarana extract,<\/strong> and other energy-boosting properties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12.jpg\" alt=\"Is Monster Energy Drink Vegan?\" class=\"wp-image-11328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Is Monster Energy Drink Vegan?\" class=\"wp-image-11328 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12-768x576.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/monsta-12.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662a85138f8c1\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662a85138f8c1\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\"><nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 \"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Ingredients_in_Monster_Energy_Drink\" title=\"Ingredients in Monster Energy Drink\">Ingredients in Monster Energy Drink<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Is_Monster_Energy_really_Vegan\" title=\"Is Monster Energy really Vegan?\">Is Monster Energy really Vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#What_are_the_Vegan-Friendly_Ingredients_in_Monster_Energy\" title=\"What are the Vegan-Friendly Ingredients in Monster Energy?\">What are the Vegan-Friendly Ingredients in Monster Energy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Caffeine_in_Monster_Energy_Drink\" title=\"Caffeine in Monster Energy Drink\">Caffeine in Monster Energy Drink<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Are_the_Added_Sugars_in_Monster_Energy_Vegan\" title=\"Are the Added Sugars in Monster Energy Vegan?\">Are the Added Sugars in Monster Energy Vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#B-Vitamins_in_Monster_Energy_Drink\" title=\"B-Vitamins in Monster Energy Drink\">B-Vitamins in Monster Energy Drink<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Is_the_Taurine_Used_in_Monster_Energy_Drink_Vegan\" title=\"Is the Taurine Used in Monster Energy Drink Vegan?\">Is the Taurine Used in Monster Energy Drink Vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Are_the_Natural_Flavors_of_Monster_Energy_Drink_Vegan\" title=\"Are the Natural Flavors of Monster Energy Drink Vegan?\">Are the Natural Flavors of Monster Energy Drink Vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Are_the_Additives_Used_in_Monster_Energy_Drink_Vegan\" title=\"Are the Additives Used in Monster Energy Drink Vegan?\">Are the Additives Used in Monster Energy Drink Vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Other_Vegan-friendly_Ingredients_In_Monster_Energy_Drink\" title=\"Other Vegan-friendly Ingredients In Monster Energy Drink\">Other Vegan-friendly Ingredients In Monster Energy Drink<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Are_the_Other_Flavors_of_Monster_Energy_Vegan-Safe_Too\" title=\"Are the Other Flavors of Monster Energy Vegan-Safe Too?\">Are the Other Flavors of Monster Energy Vegan-Safe Too?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#As_a_vegan_is_it_okay_for_you_to_drink_Monster_Energy\" title=\"As a vegan, is it okay for you to drink Monster Energy?\">As a vegan, is it okay for you to drink Monster Energy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Is_regular_Monster_Energy_vegan\" title=\"Is regular Monster Energy vegan?\">Is regular Monster Energy vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Is_Monster_vegan_100_vegan\" title=\"Is Monster vegan 100% vegan?\">Is Monster vegan 100% vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Is_Monster_Energy_Bad_For_You\" title=\"Is Monster Energy Bad For You?\">Is Monster Energy Bad For You?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Which_Monster_drink_is_the_least_bad_for_you\" title=\"Which Monster drink is the least bad for you?\">Which Monster drink is the least bad for you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Which_Monster_drink_is_the_least_bad_for_you-2\" title=\"Which Monster drink is the least bad for you?\">Which Monster drink is the least bad for you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#A_Comparison_Between_Monster_Bang_Energy\" title=\"A Comparison Between Monster &amp; Bang Energy\">A Comparison Between Monster &amp; Bang Energy<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Monster_Energy_Drink_Alternatives\" title=\"Monster Energy Drink Alternatives\">Monster Energy Drink Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-monster-energy-vegan\/#Final_Conclusion\" title=\"Final Conclusion\">Final Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_in_Monster_Energy_Drink\"><\/span>Ingredients in Monster Energy Drink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A 16 fl. oz. can of Monster Energy contains the following ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carbonated Water<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glucose<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Citric Acid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Natural Flavours<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Taurine<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium Citrate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Color Added<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Panax Ginseng Extract<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>L-Carnitine L-Tartrate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caffeine<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sorbic Acid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Benzoic Acid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sucralose<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>D-Glucuronolactone<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inositol<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guarana Extract<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maltodextrin<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Monster_Energy_really_Vegan\"><\/span>Is Monster Energy really Vegan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164.jpg\" alt=\"Is Monster Energy really Vegan?\" class=\"wp-image-11329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Is Monster Energy really Vegan?\" class=\"wp-image-11329 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164-768x432.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-vegan-liftz-2377164.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re vegan and you love Monster Energy, it&rsquo;s fair to expect your favorite energy drink to contain vegan-friendly ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Based on the ingredients list above, there are no traces of animal by-products in Monster Energy Drink. In that sense, we can assume that Monster is indeed vegan!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>However, <strong>the Java series is the only exception, as it contains reduced fat milk as its prime ingredient.<\/strong> Apart from that, there are no animal products or by-products in any of the Monster drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> If you&rsquo;re still unsure about the ingredients, I&rsquo;ve put together a data table to clear things up for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><em>Ingredients<\/em><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><em>Source<\/em><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><em>Is it vegan?<\/em><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Caffeine<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Plant\/ Synthetic<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Sucralose<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Synthetic<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Glucose<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fruits &amp; Vegetables<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Citric acid<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Plant, Bacterial, Fungal, or Mould.&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Taurine<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Usually&nbsp;synthetic.&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Niacinamide<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Synthetic<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Calcium pantothenate<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Usually synthetic.<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Pyridoxine HCl<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Synthetic<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Vegan status of Monster Energy Drink Ingredients<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Vegan-Friendly_Ingredients_in_Monster_Energy\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/m4UH8HrzIp4\"><\/a>What are the Vegan-Friendly Ingredients in Monster Energy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638.jpg\" alt=\"What are the Vegan-Friendly Ingredients in Monster Energy?\" class=\"wp-image-11330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638.jpg.webp\" alt=\"What are the Vegan-Friendly Ingredients in Monster Energy?\" class=\"wp-image-11330 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638-768x432.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-fuzzy-rescue-3669638.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-is-caffeine\">Caffeine<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/makingsenseofsugar.com\/all-about-sugar\/what-is-sugar\/\">sugar<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-is-taurine\">taurine<\/a>,<\/strong> and B-Vitamins are the main components of Monster Energy Drink and all of them are either plant-based<\/strong> <strong>or synthetically made. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The question is, would this be sufficient to prove that Monster Energy is a vegan-friendly energy drink?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Despite the fact that most of the components in Monster Energy are obtained from plants (except for the Java series), the matter of Monster being vegan-friendly is still unclear. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>To clarify, let&rsquo;s take a closer look at Monster&rsquo;s main ingredients namely: caffeine, sugar, taurine, and B-Vitamins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caffeine_in_Monster_Energy_Drink\"><\/span><strong>Caffeine<\/strong> in Monster Energy Drink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754.jpg\" alt=\"Caffeine in Monster Energy Drink\" class=\"wp-image-11333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Caffeine in Monster Energy Drink\" class=\"wp-image-11333 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-toni-cuenca-585754.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Is the Caffeine in Monster Energy Vegan?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A 16 fl. oz. Monster Energy Drink has a caffeine content of 160 mg.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-is-caffeine\">Caffeine<\/a> is a stimulant that is naturally sourced from cocoa beans, tea leaves, and coffee beans. Other sources include guarana berries and yerba mate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, <strong>the caffeine in Monster is definitely vegan!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine is obviously the most important of all the ingredients because it provides you with the required energy boost that you&rsquo;ll be needing throughout the course of your workout or any physical activity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Caffeine is naturally addictive and it is to your advantage to <strong>keep your intake below the recommended limit<\/strong> to avoid its unpleasant <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/caffeine.html\">side effects.<\/a> The FDA sets 400 mg as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much#:~:text=For%20healthy%20adults%2C%20the%20FDA,it%20(break%20it%20down).\">recommended<\/a> daily caffeine intake for most individuals. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_the_Added_Sugars_in_Monster_Energy_Vegan\"><\/span>Are the Added Sugars in Monster Energy Vegan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1.jpg\" alt=\"Added Sugars in Monster Energy Drink\" class=\"wp-image-11335\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Added Sugars in Monster Energy Drink\" class=\"wp-image-11335 lazyload\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/pexels-mali-maeder-141815-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>What about the Sugars?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The sugar substitutes used in Monster Energy are considered vegan because it is derived from plants and synthesized in laboratories. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For reference, there&rsquo;s <strong>54 grams of sugar in a 16 fl.oz. can of Monster.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/glucose#abnormal-levels\">Glucose <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/foodinsight.org\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-sucralose\/\">sucralose<\/a> are used as sugar substitutes in Monster.<strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>However, there are doubts about these two sweeteners being vegan. For example, glucose can either be <strong>sourced from animal tissues or plants<\/strong>. Also, there are reports about the <strong>use of animals<\/strong> <strong>to test<\/strong> on the side effects of sucralose. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to this, there may be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/sugar-vegan-bone-char-yikes_n_6391496\">uncertainties<\/a> regarding sugar being vegan due to the use of <strong>bone char<\/strong> during the filtering and bleaching process. Bone char is made by <strong>heating animal bones<\/strong> at a very high temperature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After what I&rsquo;ve just said, I understand if you&rsquo;re put off. However, in my opinion, it is safe to add Monster to a vegan diet if you&rsquo;re doing it for health purposes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The decision is entirely yours. You can include it in your diet or stay away from it depending on your view about being vegan or veganism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B-Vitamins_in_Monster_Energy_Drink\"><\/span>B-Vitamins in Monster Energy Drink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Monster Energy Drink contains <strong>Vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, and Vitamin C,<\/strong> which are all essential nutrients in terms of boosting energy levels and many other functions in the body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Let&rsquo;s look at this table to determine the sources of B-vitamins found in Monster Energy Drink.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>VITAMINS<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>SOURCE<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/219561\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vitamin B2<\/a><br>or Riboflavin<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Synthetic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/niacin-vitamin-b3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vitamin B3<\/a><br>or Niacin<br>(as niacinamide)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Synthetic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/219601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vitamin B5<\/a><br>or Pantothenic Acid<br>(as calcium pantothenate)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Synthetic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/219662#health-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vitamin B6<\/a><br>or Pyridoxine<br>(as pyridoxine hydrochloride)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Synthetic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/219822\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vitamin B12<\/a><br>or Cobalamin<br>(as cyanocobalamin)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Nutritional Yeast\/Soymilk<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/219352\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vitamin C<\/a><br>or Ascorbic Acid<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Citrus fruits, mushrooms<br>and almonds.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>B-Vitamins found in Monster<\/em> <em>and their source<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>From the above table, it&rsquo;s clear that the majority of B-Vitamins of Monster Energy are <strong>artificially synthesized<\/strong>, and a few others are <strong>extracted from plant-based sources.<\/strong> Therefore, it&rsquo;s safe to assume that the vitamins in Monster Energy Drink are considered vegan. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Taurine_Used_in_Monster_Energy_Drink_Vegan\"><\/span>Is the Taurine Used in Monster Energy Drink Vegan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taurine is considered to be the most animal by-product on the whole ingredient list of Monster Energy Drink.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is commonly sourced from fish and mammals, which adds to the uncertainty since you don&rsquo;t know the exact source of taurine used in Monster Energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>However, most energy drinks use laboratory synthesized taurine in their drinks. So we can presume that Monster Energy Drink also uses the synthetic version of taurine.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_the_Natural_Flavors_of_Monster_Energy_Drink_Vegan\"><\/span>Are the Natural Flavors of Monster Energy Drink Vegan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural flavors may be obtained from both animal or plant sources, which is another uncertainty of whether or not Monster is vegan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the US FDA&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/scripts\/cdrh\/cfdocs\/cfcfr\/cfrsearch.cfm?fr=101.22\" target=\"_blank\">Code of Federal Regulations<\/a>, natural flavors are produced from substances derived from the following plant and animal sources: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>fruits <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>vegetables, spices<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>edible yeast, herbs<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>meat, poultry, or seafood<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>dairy products, including fermented products<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>eggs<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As Monster Energy Drink doesn&rsquo;t state the exact source of the natural flavors they use, the matter remains unclear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best thing to do in such a case is to <strong>directly contact the manufacturer to know whether your drink contains natural flavors originating from plants or not.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_the_Additives_Used_in_Monster_Energy_Drink_Vegan\"><\/span>Are the Additives Used in Monster Energy Drink Vegan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;additives&nbsp;are usually&nbsp;not&nbsp;specified&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;packaging,&nbsp;which makes it hard to tell if they&rsquo;re vegan-safe or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Monster Energy drinks often contain animal-tested artificial food dyes like carmine (found in the Monster Ultra Red), red dye 40, and yellow dye 5.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/iawpwellnesscoach.com\/what-is-carmine\/\">Carmine<\/a> is made by <strong>drying, grinding, and then boiling cochineal beetles to extract carminic acid.<\/strong> It is <strong>made from insects<\/strong> to create the bright red eye-catching flavor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Animals are regularly tested for <a href=\"https:\/\/vegansfirst.com\/is-red-40-vegan\/\">Red 40<\/a> and despite being labeled as &ldquo;vegan,&rdquo; <strong>it is not cruelty-free<\/strong> since it contains benzidine or other carcinogens that are<strong> toxic to wildlife.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tartrazine, also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journal\/ijpps\/Vol3Suppl3\/2176.pdf\">Yellow 5<\/a>, is a yellow coloring made from petroleum oil that has mostly been <strong>tested on mice and rats.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Knowing this, you&rsquo;re probably thinking &ndash; Monster is definitely not vegan at all, which is totally rational and acceptable. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Vegan-friendly_Ingredients_In_Monster_Energy_Drink\"><\/span>Other Vegan-friendly Ingredients In Monster Energy Drink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following ingredients found in Monster Energy Drink are considered vegan-friendly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carbonated water<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Citric Acid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sorbic Acid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Benzoic Acid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium Citrate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium Chloride<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glucuronolactone<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inositol<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guarana seed extract<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Panax ginseng root extract<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pyridoxine Hydrochloride<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maltodextrin<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_the_Other_Flavors_of_Monster_Energy_Vegan-Safe_Too\"><\/span>Are the Other Flavors of Monster Energy Vegan-Safe Too?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Monster Energy comes with a variety of flavors, but are they all suitable for vegans?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s take a look at the Monster energy drink&rsquo;s major varieties:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Monster Original<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vegan <\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Monster<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Ultra<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vegan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Juice<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Monster<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vegan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Monster&nbsp;Zero<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vegan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Java<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Monster<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Non-vegan<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Different Flavors Of Monster Energy Drink<\/em> &ndash; <em>vegan or non vegan?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though the <strong>Monster Energy Ultra Red<\/strong> range is considered vegan-friendly in North America, it might not be the same in other countries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>In the UK and some European countries, this series of Monster include <strong>cochineal (also known as E120 or carmine), a natural red pigment derived from scale insects<\/strong> which means it cannot be considered fully vegan. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Except for the java series, I believe all Monster energy flavors<\/strong> <strong>can be considered vegan<\/strong> but I strongly suggest looking closely at the ingredients of every flavor to confirm their vegan status.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out this video to determine the taste of each flavor of Monster Energy Drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Monster Tier List (EVERY FLAVOR)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/znpLeN1e6_U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>How Monster Flavors Tastes?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"As_a_vegan_is_it_okay_for_you_to_drink_Monster_Energy\"><\/span>As a vegan, is it okay for you to drink Monster Energy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Personally, if I am going vegan due to health reasons, I&rsquo;d say, yes, it is okay to drink Monster Energy. However, I advise you to tread lightly on this decision if you are an ethical vegan because it&rsquo;s hard to tell if ingredients are completely vegan. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, the best thing to do is perform due diligence to find out for yourself if Monster is vegan or not. Calling the manufacturer is wise to get a straight answer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don&rsquo;t be too dismissive about Monster Energy&rsquo;s vegan status because it still works well as an energy drink. The caffeine in this drink, along with other properties can certainly provide you with an ultimate boost.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_regular_Monster_Energy_vegan\"><\/span>Is regular Monster Energy vegan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Regular Monster Energy is vegan. Other product lines manufactured by Monster, such as Juice Monster, Monster Hydro, and plain old Monster Energy Drink, are all vegan as well. The basic truth is that almost all Monster drinks are plant-based, with the exception of the Java Monster range of beverages.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Monster verified that both its taurine and L-carnitine products are cruelty-free for vegans to consume freely. In contrast, Java Monster is not vegan-friendly because it contains milk. Some international versions of Monster utilize carmine and other animal products in their recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Monster_vegan_100_vegan\"><\/span>Is Monster vegan 100% vegan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Monster vegan is not 100% vegan. However, Monster energy drinks are largely vegan. Monster asserts that its vegan L-carnitine and vegan taurine are both examples of vegan products. Carmine is an ingredient that is utilized in some countries. Before you buy a monster, make sure to check the label.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taurine is a naturally occurring chemical that is frequently found in the muscle tissue of a wide variety of different animals. Monster beverages are made with an artificial type of taurine, which ensures that vegans are free to consume them without fear of repercussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Monster_Energy_Bad_For_You\"><\/span>Is Monster Energy Bad For You?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Monster Energy Drink is not bad for you, as long as you limit your intake to one can per day.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the high sugar content in Monster is something that you should consider. Sugary drinks are linked to health <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/energy-drinks\">conditions<\/a>, such as <strong>cardiac and blood vessel problems<\/strong> if consumed regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But moderate use of Monster Energy Drink has very few unfavorable health effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>So, unless you&rsquo;re not a heavy drinker or have a history of health problems, consuming a can of Monster Energy Drink once in a while is not a bad idea at all. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Monster_drink_is_the_least_bad_for_you\"><\/span>Which Monster drink is the least bad for you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Comparing the healthiness of Monster Energy drinks and soda can be subjective and depend on various factors. Both beverages have high sugar content, and Monster Energy drinks also contain high levels of caffeine. Excessive consumption of added sugars and caffeine from any source can have negative health impacts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While both Monster Energy drinks and soda should generally be consumed in moderation, it&rsquo;s worth noting that the caffeine content in Monster Energy drinks can be significantly higher than most sodas. Additionally, Monster Energy drinks often have larger serving sizes, which can contribute to higher overall sugar and caffeine intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Monster_drink_is_the_least_bad_for_you-2\"><\/span>Which Monster drink is the least bad for you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When considering the relative healthiness of Monster Energy drinks, it&rsquo;s important to note that they are generally not regarded as healthy beverages. However, if you&rsquo;re looking for a Monster Energy drink with comparatively lower sugar and calorie content, you may want to consider options like Monster Zero Ultra or Monster Absolutely Zero.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Monster Zero Ultra and Monster Absolutely Zero are marketed as zero-calorie and sugar-free options, relying on artificial sweeteners for sweetness. While they lack the high sugar content found in other Monster Energy drinks, it&rsquo;s worth noting that they still contain artificial sweeteners and caffeine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Comparison_Between_Monster_Bang_Energy\"><\/span>A Comparison Between Monster &amp; Bang Energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To me, Bang seems to be a safer option because it is sugar-free and less expensive, but its high caffeine level might not be ideal for all.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Monster, on the other hand, will probably suit your caffeine tolerance best if you&rsquo;re new to caffeinated drinks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s a table showing Monster and Bang&rsquo;s calorie, caffeine, sugar, and approximate price.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><em>Contents per 16 fl. oz. can<\/em><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><em><strong>Monster<\/strong> <strong>Energy<\/strong><\/em><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><em>Bang Energy<\/em><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Calories<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">210 calories<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 calories<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Caffeine Content<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">160 mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Sugar Content<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">54 g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Approximate Price<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">About $3-3.50<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">About $2-2.5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Monster Energy vs. Bang Energy, in terms of calories, caffeine, sugar, and price<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>In my opinion, both Monster and Bang do have their own distinctive quality that stands out from each other. Both are really powerful drinks that promise to give you the strength that you need while engaged in physical activities.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever you choose, you&rsquo;re certainly fixed for a good few hours boost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Monster_Energy_Drink_Alternatives\"><\/span>Monster Energy Drink Alternatives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Alternatives To Monster Energy Drink\" class=\"wp-image-1405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x-1024x768.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Alternatives To Monster Energy Drink\" class=\"wp-image-1405 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x-1024x768.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x-768x576.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_E5557_1250x.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>What Are Your Vegan-Friendly Energy Drink Options Other than Monster Energy?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking for energy drinks similar to Monster Energy, consider the following options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rockstar<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/how-many-mountain-dew-kickstarts-can-you-drink-in-a-day\/\">Mountain Dew Kickstart<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/does-amp-energy-drink-actually-work\/\">AMP<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/red-bull-energy-drink-review\/\">Red Bull<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monster Import&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-reign-bad-for-you\/\">Reign<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/nutrition-facts-of-nos-energy-drink\/\">NOS<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-celsius-vegan\/\">Celsius<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/coca-cola-energy-drink-full-review\/\">Coca-Cola Energy<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/does-bang-energy-drink-have-alcohol-in-it\/\">Bang<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also like to try powdered energy drinks as well:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/can-you-drink-g-fuel-powder-every-day\/\">G-fuel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advocare Spark<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zipfizz<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Conclusion\"><\/span>Final Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In my opinion, the vegan status of Monster is unclear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, I&rsquo;ll consider adding it to a healthy vegan diet because I believe most ingredients are relatively acceptable and healthy.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But this <strong>may not be the case if you are a moral vegan.<\/strong> There is definitely a <strong>concern<\/strong> about the use of sugar, artificial sweeteners, and additives in this drink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, I strongly recommend getting in touch with the manufacturer to confirm how vegan their ingredients are. That way, you can get the best information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, even if you think Monster is totally vegan, <strong>I do not recommend binge drinking<\/strong> <strong>it<\/strong> because of the many adverse effects linked to overconsuming energy drinks in general. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, drink in moderation and <strong>be sure to check the vegan stats of Monster ingredients!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a nutshell, Monster consider their drinks vegan, despite not being officially certified. If you make a google search about it, you&rsquo;ll see the company has clearly mentioned that they use no animal by-products, however, the brand does not use any vegan labels. I know it sounds a bit confusing, so I&rsquo;m here to shed &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11273,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable-in-feed":false,"article-schema-type":"","disable-critical-css":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18,26],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11200"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11200"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11200\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":570325,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11200\/revisions\/570325"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11273"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11200"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11200"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11200"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}