TIGER MAX CLASSIC

Posted on June 27, 2024 | Last updated January 28, 2025

TIGER MAX CLASSIC is a version of Poland’s top brand, TIGER, with 50% more caffeine than the original.

At first, I thought it was just an energy drink with more caffeine, but what’s interesting is that the flavor has been altered as well. By the way, the TIGER series includes several variations based on the original, each offering a unique taste experience.

TIGER MAX CLASSIC

Manufacturer	MASPEX
Country of Origin	Poland
Price	3.99 PLN
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 TIGER MAX CLASSIC

Upon opening, a sweet and sour, classic flavor aroma similar to the original escapes.
Flavor of TIGER MAX CLASSIC
When you take a sip, you get a mild sweetness with a refreshing sourness and a slight chemical flavor. It feels like there's a slight change in the flavor compared to the original TIGER.

It’s likely that they wanted to make the increased caffeine more noticeable by adjusting the flavor in a way that differs from the original.

This subtle chemical taste may not be noticeable unless you're a regular drinker of the original TIGER.

On the other hand, if you're used to the original, you'll likely notice that it's not just more caffeine, but also a distinct flavor difference. Whether or not you continue to buy it may depend more on whether you like or dislike the chemical flavor rather than the ingredients.

Energy Ingredients of TIGER MAX CLASSIC

Energy Ingredients of TIGER MAX CLASSIC
Contains 120mg of caffeine. It does not contain taurine.

The caffeine has been increased by 50%, but it's not excessively high. However, starting January 1, 2024, Poland introduced regulations limiting the caffeine content for energy drinks sold to minors, which has made this product unavailable for sale to them. By 2024, TIGER series drinks have been released with caffeine content within the new limits, and previous products have been discontinued.

In the future, it will be interesting to see whether TIGER MAX CLASSIC will continue to be produced for adults but be unavailable to minors, or if they will stop production to maintain the brand for all ages. When I visited Poland in July 2024, I didn’t see it in major convenience stores, only in supermarkets. It seems that stores may reduce orders due to the added burden of age verification.

Design of TIGER MAX CLASSIC

Design of TIGER MAX CLASSIC
The design features a rich dark navy color similar to the original TIGER, with the logo and other elements in gold.

Here’s a comparison with the regular version.
Design of TIGER MAX CLASSIC
Many are familiar with the combination of dark navy and red from the original, so the dark navy and gold combination of TIGER MAX CLASSIC stands out more.

Design of TIGER MAX CLASSIC
Additionally, unlike the original, TIGER MAX CLASSIC has a smooth, matte finish on the can, giving it a more premium feel.