{"id":13338,"date":"2021-06-11T13:10:46","date_gmt":"2021-06-11T05:10:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/?p=13338"},"modified":"2023-07-03T16:28:47","modified_gmt":"2023-07-03T08:28:47","slug":"mountain-dew-kickstart-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Mountain Dew Kickstart Review (Detailed)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}<\/style>\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\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x.jpeg\" alt=\"Regular can of Mountain Dew Kickstart.\" class=\"wp-image-12433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-720x540.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-480x360.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-735x551.jpeg 735w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-335x251.jpeg 335w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-347x260.jpeg 347w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-520x390.jpeg 520w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-640x480.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-960x720.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-1080x810.jpeg 1080w\" 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\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"Regular can of Mountain Dew Kickstart.\" class=\"wp-image-12433 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x.jpeg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-300x225.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-768x576.jpeg.webp 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-720x540.jpeg.webp 720w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-480x360.jpeg.webp 480w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-320x240.jpeg.webp 320w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-735x551.jpeg.webp 735w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-335x251.jpeg.webp 335w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-347x260.jpeg.webp 347w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-520x390.jpeg.webp 520w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-640x480.jpeg.webp 640w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-960x720.jpeg.webp 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x-1080x810.jpeg.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-10-02_at_01.34.43_1_1250x.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever tried a drink that made you want to know more about its ingredients?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&rsquo;s what Mountain Dew Kickstart did to me. I&rsquo;ll be sharing with you everything I&rsquo;ve learned about one of my favorite beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we&rsquo;ll have a thorough review of Mountain Dew Kickstart, its ingredients, nutrition facts, and answer some of the most common questions about this drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keep in mind that Mountain Dew Kickstart is not an energy drink but a unique combination of juice, dew, and caffeine.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give this caffeinated beverage an 8\/10 simply because I prefer actual energy drinks. However, that doesn&rsquo;t mean that this drink isn&rsquo;t any good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, as you go along with this article, you&rsquo;ll find out just how good this drink actually is&mdash;minus the fact that it isn&rsquo;t an energy drink. It&rsquo;s a perfectly tasty drink that gives you a &ldquo;<em>kick<\/em>&rdquo; to start your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn all about what gives this drink a kick, let&rsquo;s take a look at its ingredients list.<\/p>\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-662a853a96e24\" 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\" 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href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Nutrition_Facts\" title=\"Mountain Dew Kickstart Nutrition Facts\">Mountain Dew Kickstart Nutrition Facts<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Caffeine\" title=\"Caffeine\">Caffeine<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Calories\" title=\"Calories\">Calories<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Sugar\" title=\"Sugar\">Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#How_Bad_is_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart\" title=\"How Bad is Mountain Dew Kickstart?\">How Bad is Mountain Dew Kickstart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Is_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_good_for_you\" title=\"Is Mountain Dew Kickstart good for you?\">Is Mountain Dew Kickstart good for you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#What_does_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_do\" title=\"What does Mountain Dew Kickstart do?\">What does Mountain Dew Kickstart do?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_for_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_to_Kick_In\" title=\"How Long Does it Take for Mountain Dew Kickstart to Kick In?\">How Long Does it Take for Mountain Dew Kickstart to Kick In?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Where_to_Buy_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart\" title=\"Where to Buy Mountain Dew Kickstart\">Where to Buy Mountain Dew Kickstart<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Is_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Considered_an_Energy_Drink\" title=\"Is Mountain Dew Kickstart Considered an Energy Drink?\">Is Mountain Dew Kickstart Considered an Energy Drink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#What_Does_Mtn_Dew_Kickstart_Taste_Like\" title=\"What Does Mtn Dew Kickstart Taste Like?\">What Does Mtn Dew Kickstart Taste Like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Is_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Being_Discontinued\" title=\"Is Mountain Dew Kickstart Being Discontinued?\">Is Mountain Dew Kickstart Being Discontinued?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#What_does_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_do_to_you\" title=\"What does Mountain Dew Kickstart do to you?\">What does Mountain Dew Kickstart do to you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Does_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_give_you_energy\" title=\"Does Mountain Dew Kickstart give you energy?\">Does Mountain Dew Kickstart give you energy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Alternatives\" title=\"Mountain Dew Kickstart Alternatives\">Mountain Dew Kickstart Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-review\/#The_Verdict\" title=\"The Verdict\">The Verdict<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Ingredients\"><\/span>Mountain Dew Kickstart Ingredients&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew contains artificial sweeteners, preservatives, and food colorings that are commonly used in beverages.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To enumerate, here is a complete list of Mountain Dew Kickstart&rsquo;s usual ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carbonated Water<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High Fructose Corn Syrup- a type of sugar derived from corn<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>White Grape Juice Concentrate- flavoring<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Citric Acid- flavoring and preservative<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caramel Color- food coloring<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Natural Flavor<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium Hexametaphosphate &ndash; added to protect flavor<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potassium Sorbate- added to preserve freshness<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gum Arabic- stabilizer, emulsifier<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caffeine- stimulant<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potassium Citrate- food preservative<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potassium Chloride- naturally occurring salt<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Acesulfame Potassium- a calorie-free artificial sweetener<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sucralose- a calorie-free artificial sweetener<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Red 40- synthetic color additive<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glycerol Ester of Rosin- stabilizer or thickening agent in food<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calcium Disodium EDTA (to Protect Flavor)- popular additive, flavoring agent<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate- emulsifier<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>I found out that all of these ingredients are certified&nbsp;<strong>safe for consumption<\/strong>&nbsp;after cross-checking with the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/files\/food\/published\/Guidance-for-Industry--Distinguishing-Liquid-Dietary-Supplements-from-Beverages-%28PDF%29.pdf\">Food and<\/a> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/files\/food\/published\/Guidance-for-Industry--Distinguishing-Liquid-Dietary-Supplements-from-Beverages-%28PDF%29.pdf\">Drug Administration<\/a>&nbsp;guidance for the beverage industry.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>I also put some working definitions of each ingredient to give you an idea of their contribution to the final product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we know Mountain Dew Kickstart&rsquo;s ingredients, it&rsquo;s time to make sense of what they mean for your body by <strong>looking at its nutrition facts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Nutrition_Facts\"><\/span>Mountain Dew Kickstart Nutrition Facts<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\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12429\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12429 lazyload\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1.jpeg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1-300x225.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1-768x576.jpeg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2020-11-20_at_08.08.57_1_1_1250x-1.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Nutrition Facts as seen on the packaging of Mountain Dew Kickstart Grape flavor.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The nutrition facts of Mountain Dew Kickstart matters in this review because it&rsquo;s the tangible result of its ingredients. This is what our body absorbs and transforms into energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart contains 80 calories, 90 mg of caffeine, 0 grams of fat, and 20 grams of sugar.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check out the rest of its <a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/mountain-dew-kickstart-nutrition-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nutrition facts<\/a> in the table below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Amount per 16 fl. oz<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Energy<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>80 calories<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Fat<\/td><td>0 grams<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sodium<\/td><td>170 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sugar<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20 grams<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Protein<\/td><td>0 grams<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>% Juice<\/td><td>5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Caffeine<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>90 mg<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phosphorus<\/td><td>130 mg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Nutritional information of Mountain Dew Kickstart.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You may notice some articles mention that Mountain Dew Kickstart contains <strong>92 mg<\/strong> of caffeine, however that&rsquo;s true only for some of its flavors like<strong> Orange Citrus.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the amounts in the nutrition facts<strong> vary depending on the flavor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also added vitamins and minerals in other flavors of Kickstart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, the <strong>Orange Citrus flavor<\/strong> contains:<\/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>Vitamin C<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>90 mg<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Niacin<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>16 mg<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Vitamin B6<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>1.53 mg<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Pantothenic Acid<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>4 mg<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Extra vitamins in Mountain Dew Kickstart Orange Citrus flavor.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These extra vitamins and nutrients give your body the boost it needs to get through the day. Although it is not an energy drink and its caffeine content is minimal, it has a lot of nutrients and vitamins to make up for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s take a closer look at the caffeine content of this flavored beverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caffeine\"><\/span>Caffeine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\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\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x-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\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13557 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/raimond-klavins-ZUX4JC-jNuQ-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Mountain Dew Kickstart contains a moderate amount of caffeine.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of caffeine content, this beverage&nbsp;<strong>poses little risk of caffeine overdose<\/strong>&nbsp;because it only contains <strong>90 mg<\/strong>, barely the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/how-much-caffeine-in-coffee\">equivalent<\/a> of&nbsp;one cup of coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, having low caffeine makes it more&nbsp;<strong>suitable&nbsp;<\/strong>for people who get jitters and panicky after consuming too much caffeine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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>&nbsp;caffeine intake per day is<strong> 400 mg<\/strong>, a far cry from this drink&rsquo;s 90 mg, so you can drink it without worrying about overdosing on the stimulant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let&rsquo;s talk about caloric content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calories\"><\/span>Calories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart contains a modest 80 calories in a single serving.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/245588\">Calories<\/a>&nbsp;are the&nbsp;<strong>amount of energy&nbsp;<\/strong>derived from the solid foods and beverages that you consume. According to&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/common-health-questions\/food-and-diet\/what-should-my-daily-intake-of-calories-be\/#:~:text=An%20ideal%20daily%20intake%20of,women%20and%202%2C500%20for%20men.\">health experts<\/a>, women need <strong>2,000 calories a day<\/strong> and<strong> <\/strong>men need<strong> 2,500 calories a day<\/strong> to function at their best every day.  <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, it is safe to say that the 80 calories in Mountain Dew Kickstart will unlikely affect your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you&rsquo;re keen on minimizing your calorie intake, I suggest you look for calorie-free beverages like <strong>Monster Absolutely Zero, Red Bull Sugar-Free, or Bang Energy Drink<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar\"><\/span>Sugar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the caffeine and calorie level, I am slightly worried about the sugar content of Mountain Dew Kickstart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>According to&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/carbohydrates\/added-sugar-in-the-diet\/#:~:text=The%20AHA%20suggests%20an%20added,comes%20from%20eating%20added%20sugar.\">American Heart Association<\/a>, the recommended daily sugar intake is&nbsp;<strong>24 grams for females and 36 grams for males.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Mountain Dew Kickstart contains<strong> 20 grams<\/strong> of sugar which borders on the safe limit, especially for women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the sugar value is within the safe level, it<strong> heavily restricts<\/strong> the amount of sugar we can consume for the rest of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you drink a can of Mountain Dew Kickstart, you need to be extra mindful of the sugar content of the other food and beverages that you will be consuming on the same day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is so you can prevent the health conditions associated with excess sugar consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Bad_is_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart\"><\/span>How Bad is Mountain Dew Kickstart?<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\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x-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\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13556 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/brittany-colette-CDN2nTKfrA-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Is Mountain Dew Kickstart harmful to your health?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart is not bad for your health. Although its ingredients are mainly within the recommended daily intake, you should not consume more than one can a day because it contains significant amounts of sugar.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>As I always say, most energy drinks are not bad for your health if you consume them in moderation. <strong>The same is true for Mountain Dew Kickstart. This drink has 80 calories, 90 mg of caffeine, and 20 grams of sugar.<\/strong> All of these are within the daily recommended levels of consumption.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Another point to consider is your own health. If you know you&rsquo;re prone to certain diseases, you should stay away from anything that might trigger your condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On its own, Mountain Dew Kickstart isn&rsquo;t bad for you. But remember to always consume it in moderation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_good_for_you\"><\/span>Is Mountain Dew Kickstart good for you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The nutritional value and overall health impact of Mountain Dew Kickstart can vary depending on individual factors and dietary preferences. Mountain Dew Kickstart contains ingredients such as caffeine, vitamins, and fruit juice, which can provide a temporary energy boost and contribute to hydration.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Mountain Dew Kickstart may be enjoyed in moderation as a refreshing beverage, excessive consumption or reliance on it as a primary source of hydration or energy is not advisable. A well-balanced diet that includes whole foods, water, and natural sources of energy is generally recommended for overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_do\"><\/span>What does Mountain Dew Kickstart do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart is marketed as an &ldquo;energizing soda&rdquo; or &ldquo;sparkling juice beverage&rdquo; that aims to provide a combination of energy and hydration. It contains caffeine, B-vitamins, and fruit juice, which are intended to provide a temporary boost of energy and mental focus.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The caffeine content in Kickstart can help increase alertness and combat fatigue, while the added vitamins and fruit juice contribute to the overall taste and hydration. However, it&rsquo;s important to note that the effects and benefits of Kickstart can vary among individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_for_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_to_Kick_In\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take for Mountain Dew Kickstart to Kick In?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>According to&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK223808\/#:~:text=The%20mean%20half%2Dlife%20of,et%20al.%2C%201989).\"><strong>extensive studies,<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;caffeine has a half-life of about 5 hours which means half of the caffeine amount in Kickstart&nbsp;(90 mg to be exact) will stay in the body.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, the other half will remain for another 5 hours and so on<strong>&nbsp;until the caffeine<\/strong>&nbsp;is&nbsp;<strong>fully expulsed<\/strong>&nbsp;from the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the caffeine levels of some of the energy drink brands in the market. Compare the caffeine levels of each energy drink so you&rsquo;ll get an idea of how long each of these will last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Energy Drink<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Caffeine Content<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spike Hardcore Energy Drink<\/td><td>350 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Redline Xtreme Energy Drink<\/td><td>316 mg&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bang Energy Drink<\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Celsius &ldquo;Heat&rdquo; Energy Drink<\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reign Energy<\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Adrenaline Shoc Energy Drink<\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Raze Energy Drink<\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>G Fuel Cans<\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cocaine Energy Drink<\/td><td>280 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NOS Energy Drink<\/td><td>260 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5-hour Energy Drink<\/td><td>200 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3D Energy Drink<\/td><td>200 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>C4 Energy Drink<\/td><td>200 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rockstar Energy Drink<\/td><td>160 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Monster Energy Drink<\/td><td>160 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Venom Energy Drink<\/td><td>160 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>G Fuel Powdered Energy Drink<\/td><td>150 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bing Energy Drink<\/td><td>120 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>90 mg<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Red Bull Energy Drink<\/td><td>80 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>AMP Energy Drink<\/td><td>75 mg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Caffeine content of various energy drink brands.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Buy_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart\"><\/span>Where to Buy Mountain Dew Kickstart<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mountain Dew Kickstart can be found in most physical and online shops, although the best deals and prices can be found on Amazon or eBay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it is entirely up to you,&nbsp;<strong>I believe it is preferable to purchase Mountain Dew Kickstart online rather than searching for it in physical stores.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shopping online saves time and requires less effort. You&rsquo;ll just have to go to a website, make your order, and wait for it to be delivered to you. Some stores you can check out are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=Mountain+Dew+Kickstart&amp;ref=nb_sb_noss_2\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.com\/search\/?query=Mountain%20Dew%20Kickstart\">Walmart<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.com\/sch\/i.html?_from=R40&amp;_nkw=mountain+dew+kickstart&amp;_sacat=0&amp;LH_TitleDesc=0&amp;_fcid=1\"><strong>eBay&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get your hands on Mountain Dew Kickstart right away, here&rsquo;s a list of physical stores that sell it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/s?searchTerm=mountain+dew+kickstart\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Target<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.com\/search\/?query=mountain%20dew%20kickstart&amp;typeahead=mountain%20dew%20kicks\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Walmart<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.picknsave.com\/search?query=kickstart&amp;searchType=default_search&amp;fulfillment=all\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Pick &lsquo;n Save<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/b?ie=UTF8&amp;node=16008589011\">Amazon Go<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Considered_an_Energy_Drink\"><\/span>Is Mountain Dew Kickstart Considered an Energy Drink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart is not an energy drink but a caffeinated soda.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see from the nutritional information, Kickstart contains<strong> 5% of juice<\/strong> and its ingredients are slightly similar to the popular soda brand Mountain Dew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbsnews.com\/news\/pepsico-introduces-mountain-dew-kickstart\/\">Pepsi. co&nbsp;<\/a>also openly said Mountain Dew Kickstart is not an energy drink but a special combination of <strong>juice, dew, and caffeine.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The inspiration behind this drink is<strong> customer demand<\/strong> for a healthier alternative to the hit soda Mountain Dew.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kickstart is<strong>&nbsp;not the same<\/strong>&nbsp;as your usual energy drinks, <strong>Red Bull, Monster,<\/strong> and <strong>NOS<\/strong>. Compared to these drinks, Kickstart has a <strong>very low caffeine <\/strong>count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about Kickstart, watch the video below.<\/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=\"Mountain Dew Kickstart Review\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MnlQ3LpCUTY?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>A consumer review of Mountain Dew Kickstart.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_Mtn_Dew_Kickstart_Taste_Like\"><\/span>What Does Mtn Dew Kickstart Taste Like?<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\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x-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\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13559 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nathan-hanna-7Sr5D24JO8o-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Mountain Dew Kickstart tastes like a combo of juice and energy drinks!<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart tastes like a toned-down Mountain Dew soda infused with sting and fizz.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To me, it also taste like Mountain Dew mixed with a bit of fruit juice which is still very delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the specific taste really<strong> depends on the flavor<\/strong> but you can expect a trace of lemon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get you started, here are the&nbsp;many different <strong>flavors<\/strong>&nbsp;of Mountain Dew Kickstart:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Energizing Orange Citrus<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Fruit Punch<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Black Cherry<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Limeade<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Strawberry Kiwi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Pineapple Orange Mango<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Blood Orange<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Midnight Grape<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Blueberry Pomegranate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Watermelon<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Orange Cranberry<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Mango Lime<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Raspberry Citrus<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Original Dew<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energizing Grape<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As I have said a while ago, the nutrition facts of Mountain Dew Kickstarts varies minimally per flavor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, the caffeine may be higher or lower than 2 mg depending on the flavor you&rsquo;re consuming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Being_Discontinued\"><\/span>Is Mountain Dew Kickstart Being Discontinued?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart is NOT being discontinued and has never been discontinued since it opened commercially in 2013.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rumor about Mountain Dew Kickstart being discontinued is <strong>false<\/strong>. It all started from a piece of fake news that circulated online around June in 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This is all just a&nbsp;ruse.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The news agency&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/article\/uk-factcheck-mountain-dew-idUSKBN20Q296\">Reuters<\/a>&nbsp;confirmed the circulating post is a<strong>&nbsp;lie&nbsp;<\/strong>after talking to the manufacturers of Mountain Dew Kickstart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>False claims happen when there&rsquo;s a tight competition in the market. Just be wary of these news before believing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I advise you read the statements in full and promptly check the official websites of the beverage manufacturers concerned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_do_to_you\"><\/span>What does Mountain Dew Kickstart do to you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart does a lot of good things to you. Mountain Dew Kickstart contains caffeine, vitamins, and electrolytes to help boost energy levels and improve hydration. Consuming Mountain Dew Kickstart can increase energy levels due to the caffeine content, which is a stimulant that affects the central nervous system.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The caffeine in Mountain Dew Kickstart can improve mental alertness, cognitive performance, and reaction time, allowing you to feel more awake and focused.<br>In addition, the added vitamins and electrolytes in Mountain Dew Kickstart can help improve hydration and support overall health and wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_give_you_energy\"><\/span>Does Mountain Dew Kickstart give you energy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mountain Dew Kickstart does give you energy. Mountain Dew Kickstart is marketed as an energy drink that provides a combination of caffeine, vitamins, and electrolytes to help boost energy levels and improve hydration. The caffeine content in Mountain Dew Kickstart can increase energy levels and improve mental alertness.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note that everyone&rsquo;s response to caffeine can vary and excessive consumption of caffeine can lead to negative side effects such as jitteriness, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping. Additionally, consuming energy drinks with high amounts of sugar can contribute to weight gain and other health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mountain_Dew_Kickstart_Alternatives\"><\/span>Mountain Dew Kickstart Alternatives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find yourself wanting energy drinks instead, here are my top recommendations for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/amp-energy-drink-nutrition-facts\/\">AMP<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/nos-energy-drink-ultimate-review\/\">NOS<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/is-game-fuel-bad\/\">Game Fuel<\/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><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/does-bang-break-a-fast\/\">Bang<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/does-celsius-actually-work\/\">Celsius<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Verdict\"><\/span>The Verdict<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, Mountain Dew Kickstart is a<strong>&nbsp;decent beverage choice<\/strong>. It&rsquo;s definitely a<strong> unique<\/strong>&nbsp;beverage that&rsquo;s a combination of juice and caffeine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I love the taste and boost of this drink. Although, I thought it would&rsquo;ve been nice if all flavors are enriched with vitamins and minerals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nonetheless, Mountain Dew Kickstart is definitely a good choice and I recommend it to people with low caffeine tolerance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Honestly, I didn&rsquo;t really feel a really strong boost but still, I will choose Mountain Kickstart because of the taste. Plus, the amount of caffeine on this drink is fairly safe for those with low tolerance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from that, I find this beverage<strong>&nbsp;very exciting<\/strong>&nbsp;to try knowing that it sits somewhere between a juice and an energy drink. I liked this caffeinated beverage and would recommend it to anyone who isn&rsquo;t ready for an energy drink but wants to get their caffeine tolerance up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, go ahead try one now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever tried a drink that made you want to know more about its ingredients? That&rsquo;s what Mountain Dew Kickstart did to me. I&rsquo;ll be sharing with you everything I&rsquo;ve learned about one of my favorite beverages. 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