BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the beach

Posted on March 25, 2024 | Last updated January 29, 2025

The BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach was released as a limited edition for the summer of 2023.

At the same time, another summer limited edition, the BIG SHOCK MUSIC EDITION 2023 Cuba Libre, was also launched. Both of these flavors are inspired by cocktails, designed with summer parties in mind.

While other brands in Europe have also released energy drinks inspired by cocktails, what kind of flavor has Czech’s top brand BIG SHOCK created this time!?

BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the beach

Manufacturer	BIG SHOCK
Country of Origin	Czech Republic
Price	29.9 CZK
Flavor	Orange
Total rating	★★☆☆☆

Author information Author: Energy Drink-kun

In 2001, while living in the United States, I encountered energy drinks through the dance scene and was deeply impressed. After returning to Japan, I found that energy drinks were considered novelty beverages, so I established a comprehensive website in 2013 to share the true appeal of energy drinks. As an energy drink enthusiast, I began drinking them seriously again, collecting over 8,000 varieties of energy drinks from various countries. I am also active as a critic and expert, receiving media interviews.

Flavor of BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach

When opened, a refreshing orange scent spreads. The color of the drink is a pale, slightly cloudy orange, matching the light aroma. Is it a light flavor? Let’s try it.
Flavor of BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach
Upon tasting, it’s a light, unsweetened orange juice flavor. There is no sweetness, just a faint acidity, and the orange aroma fades away in a mild taste.

Since it's zero-sugar, there’s no richness or depth typical of orange flavors, and the mouthfeel is smooth. If you're expecting the tropical taste of a "Sex on the Beach" cocktail, it may be disappointing, as it tastes like just a diluted orange juice rather than a cocktail-inspired flavor.

The vibrant can design might lead you to expect a more exciting flavor and aroma, but the taste may not live up to those expectations, creating a gap between the visual impression and the flavor.

If evaluated as an orange flavor rather than a "Sex on the Beach" cocktail, the aftertaste lacks fruitiness, fresh orange flavor, and leaves a slightly artificial taste. Overall, it's a rather mediocre flavor… A mix between fruity sweetness and a chemical taste, making the orange flavor seem somewhat lacking.

Energy Ingredients in BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach

Energy Ingredients in BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach
Contains 145mg of caffeine. No other energy ingredients are included.

As expected from the light orange flavor, it’s sugar-free with almost zero calories. In the U.S., most new energy drinks are zero-sugar and zero-calorie, and I’m personally happy to see this trend spreading to Europe, as it’s kinder to the body.

Design of BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach

Design of BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach
The matte texture and orange & yellow flavor colors give a strong summer-limited product vibe.

Design of BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach
The seamless design connecting the black line at the top of the can to the black top creates a unified and beautiful look.

Design of BIG SHOCK SUMMER EDITION 2023 Sex on the Beach
The 2023 summer limited edition flavor was released as a set with the BIG SHOCK MUSIC EDITION 2023 Cuba Libre, both featuring cocktail-inspired flavors. It stood out in stores as a seasonal limited product.