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Caffeinated, sweetened, carbonated energy drink with root beer float flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 can (whole) of Root Beer Float energy drink (473 g) has 199 calories. That works out to 42 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 8 mg of B5 covers 161% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 can (whole) · 473 g
199
KCAL / 473G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 199 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 402 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 can (whole) | 473 g | 199 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 42 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 227 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 240 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 250 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 355 g | 149 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 210 kcal |
Calculated from 42 calories per 100 g.
It aims to taste like root beer paired with the creamy, vanilla-like sweetness of a float. The flavor is a beverage interpretation, not the same as a freshly made root beer float with a scoop of ice cream.
Yes, Root Beer Float energy drink is caffeinated. The exact caffeine amount can vary by product, so do not assume it matches another energy drink just because the flavors are similar.
No, it is an energy drink, not an alcoholic beverage. “Root beer” is the name of a soft-drink flavor; the word “beer” does not mean this canned drink contains alcohol.
Not necessarily. “Root Beer Float” describes the flavor, not a guarantee that the drink contains ice cream or dairy. The recipe can vary, so the flavor name alone cannot confirm specific ingredients.
It is described as sweetened, so you should not assume it is sugar-free. The sweetener and its amount can differ between products, and the flavor name does not identify which one was used.
Yes, you can pour it over ice cream for a float-style dessert. It may foam vigorously because it is carbonated, so use a roomy glass and pour slowly; the caffeine remains in the drink.
No. Root beer soda is a soft drink, while Root Beer Float energy drink is a caffeinated energy drink that borrows a root-beer-and-vanilla dessert flavor. Similar taste does not make the two interchangeable.
Yes, its caffeine can make it harder to fall asleep or reduce sleep quality, especially when consumed later in the day. If caffeine affects your sleep, avoid having it near bedtime.
No, energy drinks containing caffeine are not recommended for children. A dessert-like flavor does not make the caffeine suitable for them; offer water or another age-appropriate drink instead.
Serve it well chilled in a glass if you want its carbonation and root-beer-style flavor at their freshest. Once opened, refrigerate it and drink it soon, since it gradually loses its fizz.
Vitamins
B5
8.04mg · 161% DV
B2
1.61mg · 124% DV
B1
1.42mg · 118% DV
B3
18.92mg · 118% DV
Minerals
Sodium
402mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.37µg · 4% DV
Iron
0.47mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 199 calories in 1 can (whole) (473 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Root Beer Float energy drink takes its flavour cue from the classic American float: root beer soda served with vanilla ice cream. The canned drink is not the dessert itself; it combines root beer’s sweet, spiced character with creamy vanilla notes in a carbonated, caffeinated energy drink.
It is usually enjoyed well chilled, straight from the can. In the US, the flavour may feel nostalgic, while elsewhere it offers a soda-shop-style twist on an energy drink. At 42 calories per 100 g, it supplies energy but no protein or fat. Its sweetness can work alongside a salty snack or burger; if you’re keeping track of caffeine, check the can’s serving size before drinking it all.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.