Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE

Posted on April 5, 2024 | Last updated January 29, 2025

Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE is the original energy drink from OK, a budget supermarket. It was released alongside the original version with a black package.

Evolve ENERGY is not a private label product from OK, but rather a custom "original product."

Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE

Manufacturer	OK(TOMINAGA)
Country of Origin	Japan
Price	98 JPY
Flavor	classic flavor, Chemicals
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 Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE

Upon opening, a tangy, classic flavor aroma bursts out. Compared to the full-sugar original Evolve, the sweet scent seems somewhat subdued.
Flavor of Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE
When tasted, it has a classic flavor with a refreshing mouthfeel and a restrained sweetness. The aftertaste carries a slight bitterness, which resembles the taste of the original.

The sweetness is more subdued than the original, and the unpleasant artificial sweetener taste overlaps with the bitterness, giving it a stronger chemical flavor impression.

This is suited for those seeking a sugar-free, classic flavor with a chemical taste. Many European sugar-free drinks have this type of flavor, and if you like Red Bull Sugarfree, Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE could be a good match for your taste.

Energy Ingredients of Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE

Energy Ingredients of Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE
It contains 120mg of caffeine and 375mg of arginine. A regular-sized Red Bull contains 80mg of caffeine, so this drink has 1.5 times the amount of caffeine.

Design of Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE

Design of Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE
The light blue color gives a sugar-free vibe, featuring a spiral DNA-like illustration and a silhouette of an upward arrow representing the tagline “EVOLVE BEYOND LIMITS.” It’s a design typical of a private brand.

Design of Evolve ENERGY SUGAR FREE
Together with the original, it’s easy to mix up with the full-sugar and sugar-free versions. Without Japanese text, it could resemble the energy drinks from European supermarket private labels.