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Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

Posted on July 16, 2023 | Last updated January 31, 2025

Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK
Jaguar FREE is an energy drink from Russia’s Jaguar Energy Drink brand. From the name and can design, you might expect it to be a classic sugar-free variant, but it is actually a full-sugar product.

So why is it called "FREE"? Originally, the Jaguar series was a popular energy-alcoholic beverage among young people in Russia. However, when Russia banned energy-alcoholic drinks, the brand transitioned into a non-alcoholic energy drink series, which is the current Jaguar lineup.

Since Jaguar was a well-known energy-alcoholic beverage brand across Russia and neighboring countries, it seems likely that "Jaguar FREE" was named to emphasize that it is alcohol-free. Today, Jaguar FREE serves as the original flavor, with multiple other flavors added to the lineup.

Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

ManufacturerUnited Bottling Group
Country of OriginRussia
Price70 RUB
Flavorclassic flavorChemicals
Total rating★★★★☆

Author informationAuthor: 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 7,000 varieties of energy drinks from various countries. I am also active as a critic and expert, receiving media interviews.

Flavor of Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

Upon opening the can, a classic sweet energy drink aroma fills the air, accompanied by a sharp chemical scent characteristic of certain energy drinks. The liquid inside is a bright champagne gold. Given these characteristics, the taste is somewhat predictable—let’s take a sip.
Flavor of Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

As it hits the tongue, it delivers a fruity, apple cider-like tartness blended with a rich, classic energy drink flavor and a subtle herbal-chemical note.

The residue left on the tongue is minimal, and a moderate tartness lingers, enhancing the fruity and refreshing taste. This makes it more than just a standard classic flavor—it has an added depth of deliciousness. The smooth mouthfeel and satisfying flavor make it easy to finish the entire 500ml can without hesitation.

Honestly, I didn’t have high expectations before drinking it, but the fruity flavor, the depth of the classic energy drink profile, and the well-balanced aroma exceeded them. The slight chemical note works as a spicy accent, adding to its charm. This is definitely one of my favorite classic-style energy drinks.

Energy Ingredients of Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

Energy Ingredients of Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

It contains 150mg of caffeine and 2000mg of taurine. Despite the packaging and product name giving the impression of a sugar-free drink, it is actually full-sugar, containing 60g of carbohydrates.

Design of Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

The light blue monochrome design gives off a sugar-free vibe, which might not be the best color choice in the energy drink world.
Design of Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

Additionally, the prominent three-claw scratch marks seem heavily inspired by Monster Energy, making it feel like an obvious imitation.

Perhaps for this reason, the three-claw design was discontinued in 2020, and by 2021, it had been replaced with a simpler design.
Design of Jaguar FREE ENERGY DRINK

Overly derivative designs can diminish a product’s originality and perceived value, which is a shame.

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