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Monster Energy Drink Black Calories
Caffeinated, sugary, black-colored energy drink
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 can (large) of Monster Energy Drink Black (500 g) has 225 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 55 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 12.5 µg of B12 covers 521% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Monster Energy Drink Black Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 can (large) · 500 g
225
KCAL / 500G
Carbs
55g
· 20% 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Monster Energy Drink Black nutrition facts table · 1 can (large) (500 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 225 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55 g | 20% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Large Can of Monster Energy Drink Black?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 can (large) | 500 g | 225 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 250 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 355 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 500 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 1000 g | 450 kcal |
| 1 can (extra large) | 1000 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 45 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Monster Energy Drink Black
What does Monster Energy Drink Black taste like?
Monster Energy Drink Black is a sweet, carbonated energy drink with a pronounced flavor. Its exact flavor profile can vary by market, and the black color alone does not indicate a particular fruit flavor.
How much caffeine is in Monster Energy Drink Black?
Monster Energy Drink Black contains caffeine, but the amount can vary with can size and country. Use the caffeine figure printed on your can when adding it to your daily intake, including caffeine from coffee, tea, and other drinks.
Is Monster Energy Drink Black sugar-free?
No, Monster Energy Drink Black is not sugar-free; it contains sugar. The amount may differ between markets or formulations, so check the nutrition panel on the can you are buying.
What is Monster Energy Drink Black made of?
Monster Energy Drink Black is an ultra-processed drink. It contains caffeine and sugar and may also include carbonated water, flavorings, and acidity regulators; the exact ingredient list can differ by country, so refer to the can.
How is Monster Energy Drink Black different from Monster Original?
Monster Energy Drink Black may differ from Monster Original in flavor, formulation, or packaging depending on the market. A black can does not necessarily mean less sugar or caffeine, so compare the ingredient and nutrition labels on the two products.
Can Monster Energy Drink Black keep you awake at night?
Yes, Monster Energy Drink Black can make it harder to fall asleep because it contains caffeine. Having it later in the day may affect sleep, particularly if you are sensitive to caffeine or have already had coffee or tea.
Is Monster Energy Drink Black a good drink before a workout?
Monster Energy Drink Black is not a substitute for water before exercise. Its caffeine and sugar may not suit everyone, and drinking it does not guarantee better performance; water is usually the practical choice for staying hydrated during a workout.
Can you mix Monster Energy Drink Black with alcohol?
No, mixing Monster Energy Drink Black with alcohol is not recommended. Caffeine does not reduce alcohol impairment and may make you feel more alert than you are, which can make it harder to judge how intoxicated you have become.
How should you store an opened Monster Energy Drink Black?
Keep an opened Monster Energy Drink Black covered in the refrigerator if you are not drinking it right away, and finish it soon. Leaving it open makes it go flat and can expose the drink to contamination.
Can you drink Monster Energy Drink Black while pregnant?
It is safest to avoid Monster Energy Drink Black during pregnancy because it contains caffeine and energy drinks are not a suitable default choice. Ask your prenatal clinician for advice about caffeine based on your individual circumstances.
Monster Energy Drink Black Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
12.5µg · 521% DV
B2
3.5mg · 269% DV
B3
42.5mg · 266% DV
B6
4mg · 235% DV
Minerals
Sodium
150mg · 7% DV
Calcium
25mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
50mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
10mg · 1% DV
Monster Energy Drink Black Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Monster Energy Drink Black
To burn the 225 calories in 1 can (large) (500 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Monster Energy Drink Black?
Monster Energy Drink Black is a ready-to-drink, caffeinated, fizzy and sweet beverage from the Monster brand, presented in a dark colour. It is usually served chilled and drunk straight from the can. The taste is sweet with the familiar sharp fizz of an energy drink; the precise flavour can vary, so the colour alone does not define its taste.
People drink it in many places as a cold pick-me-up, rather than as a meal or a traditional breakfast drink. Its nutritional profile is mainly carbohydrate: it provides 11 g of carbohydrate and 45 calories per 100 g, with no protein or fat. If you want a lighter everyday drink alongside food, water or an unsweetened option pairs well; this one is better treated as an occasional sweet, caffeinated choice.
How Nutritious Is Monster Energy Drink Black?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Monster Energy Drink Black Processed?
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.
Does Monster Energy Drink Black Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Monster Energy Drink Black Good For?
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
Monster Energy Drink Black Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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