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The Blue Edition Energy Drink
The Blue Edition Energy Drink by Red Bull provides 45 kcal per 100 ml, with 10.7 g of sugars and 0.3 g of protein. That is 34% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Sodas category.
Nutrient levels per 100 ml
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 12 oza (355 ml)
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 45 kcal | 160 kcal | 32 +39% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 11.6 g | 41 g | 15% | 8.2 +41% |
| Total sugars | 10.7 g | 38 g | 8 +34% | |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1 g | 2% | 0.1 +230% |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.4 g | 0.1 +14% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 7667 Sodas products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from February 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Fat-free
- 0 g fat per 100 ml (EU: no more than 0.5 g per 100 ml)
- Low saturated fat
- 0 g per 100 ml, 0% of calories (EU: no more than 0.8 g per 100 ml and 10% of calories)
- Very low sodium
- 40 mg sodium per 100 ml (EU: no more than 40 mg per 100 ml)
Checked against the per-100 ml thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other sodas
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Carbonated water, sucrose, glucose, citric acid, taurine, sodium bicarbonate, magnesium carbonate, natural and artificial flavors, caffeine, colors, niacinamide, pyridoxine hcl, calcium, pantothenate, blue 1, vitamin b12.
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Blue 1 (E133) is among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Blue 1 (E133) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Blue 1 (E133) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
What these additives are and what the research says: Blue 1.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Serving size
- 12 oza (355 ml)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0611269044898
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in The Blue Edition Energy Drink?
The Blue Edition Energy Drink contains 45 kcal per 100 ml and about 160 kcal per serving (12 oza (355 ml)).
How much sugar is in The Blue Edition Energy Drink?
The Blue Edition Energy Drink has 10.7 g of sugars per 100 ml, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is The Blue Edition Energy Drink healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Does The Blue Edition Energy Drink contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Blue 1 (E133). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using it by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars it from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars it from school meals. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated October 6, 2022. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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