Red Bull SUMMER EDITION 2024 Lime JAPAN

Posted on July 1, 2024 | Last updated January 28, 2025

Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime (Japan)
Released on July 2, 2024, the Summer Edition Lime flavor, a Japan-exclusive and summer-limited product.

This is not a new flavor, but rather a re-release of the limited edition Green Edition, which was launched in February 2021. Now, let’s review the lime flavor for the summer season once again.

Red Bull SUMMER EDITION 2024 Lime JAPAN

Manufacturer	Red Bull
Country of Origin
Price	198 JPY
Flavor	Lime
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 Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime (Japan)

Upon opening, a refreshing lime aroma with a hint of acidity bursts out. Unlike typical lime juices without fruit, this one gives a rich impression of actual lime fruit. Let’s take a sip.
Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime Flavor (Japan)
When I take a sip, a strong, awakening acidity fills my mouth, followed by the sweet and sour umami of lime fruit. The acidity I feel in the first sip is strong every time I drink it.

The lingering acidity and the high-fidelity lime fruit scent that fades away are in a league of their own, setting it apart from other non-fruit lime flavors.

Since this is a summer-limited Summer Edition revival, I highly recommend drinking it with plenty of ice.
Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime Flavor (Japan)
In a good way, the umami and any off-flavors fade, and the refreshing lime sensation intensifies, making it easier to drink in large gulps. Additionally, the real lime fruit flavor that pleasantly lingers after drinking is just as enjoyable whether cold or with ice, making me wonder if it was intentionally made to be enjoyed with ice. Pouring it into a glass full of ice creates a refreshing, rich lime flavor.

The aftertaste aroma is exceptional, and once again, I am reminded why the Edition series is so great.

Energy Ingredients of Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime (Japan)

Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime Energy Ingredients
Contains 80mg of caffeine and 300mg of arginine. No other energy ingredients are included.

Design of Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime (Japan)

Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime Design (Japan)
The 2024 Japanese Summer Edition is a re-release of the limited edition Red Bull Green Edition, which was released in 2021. As a result, the can color is the same matte green texture as the previous version.

Here’s how the new and old designs compare.
Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime Design (Japan)
The Edition series typically releases seasonal limited-edition flavors, which are later revamped into color editions or flavor editions once they become regular products. This time, it’s the opposite. This is probably the first time globally.

In this Green Edition, all the text is now white, providing a sharp contrast against the main green color.
Red Bull Summer Edition 2024 Lime Design (Japan)
In the past, only the “Refreshing Splash” text was white, with the rest in silver.

Looking Forward to a New Flavor for the Next Season Edition

While other energy drinks launched new summer flavors at the same time, Red Bull is re-releasing a past flavor. Honestly, I would have liked to try a new summer flavor.

If developing a new flavor incurs significant costs, I don’t mind having the same product as those in Europe and the US, especially since it lets people in Japan enjoy flavors that might not be familiar here. So, personally, I think it's a good thing.

For now, I hope the next season’s edition brings a new flavor to experience.