Energy Drink - Spring Valley's Smart Energy (Blood Orange & Chilli)

Energy Drink - Spring Valley’s Smart Energy (Blood Orange & Chilli)

13 Comments February 17, 2009 / Posted in Food & Wine, Reviews

New energy drink - Smart Energy Blood Orange & Chilli from Spring Valley

So I’m a sucker for energy drinks. I’ve tried just about every single one, from the time I was a student at RMIT till now (8 years?). In Australia, we have lots of different brand of energy drinks. Ranging from my favourite, V to the very popular Red Bull which taste like bubble gum. Many has come and gone, the latest being the old Mother, Mother 1 (I actually preferred the old Mother to the new one, which taste very similar to Red Bull)

Being a regular energy drink drinker, today I saw something new. It’s a new energy drink by Spring Valley, “smart energy TM” which is well known for its fruit juices.

It comes in 3 flavours. After thinking for a while I tried the Blood Orange & Chilli. Cost was $3, same as for a V. It tasted ok. I looked at the ingredients and strangely enough it doesn’t contain any chilli. The first sip was nice and refreshing, the chilli taste comes out about 3 seconds later, which I liked (big big fan of chilli However after about 20 seconds the chilli taste turns acidly. It won’t go away.

hmmmm, I think I’m going to be sticking to my V energy drinks, nice try Spring Valley but like Mother I don’t see it lasting.

If anyone has tried the other flavours, please let me know what you think.

UPDATE: Ok since you’ve asked I’ve now tried the Citrus flavoured drink. The citrus flavour is definetely an improvement. It’s similar to RedBull but with more of a tangy taste. I think I like it, though it’s too soft drinkie for me, as appose to an energy drink. Still prefer my V

Spring Valley Smart Energy Citrus Flavour

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Kirsty Dyer said on February 25th, 2009 at 8:36 am

Well have you tried the Citrus flavour ? Its delicious! and i only paid $1.90 for the can
Mai Lin said on February 25th, 2009 at 5:15 pm

Hi, Thanks for your suggestion. Can you please tell me where I can get hold off these energy drinks for AU$1.90?
Bryce said on March 1st, 2009 at 11:39 am

We just got these in where I work (Coles in Tassie), I think they’re $2.73 (20c more than a V) - Have you tried the Blueberry one yet?

I don’t like Red Bull either because of its bubblegum-like taste.
Mai said on March 3rd, 2009 at 1:12 am

No have not tried the Blueberry but will definitely try it. Have you tried it? I have to say $2.73 is quite pricey for Coles supermarket. I think $2.50 is about the right price. $3.00 is just too pricey
cate walsh said on March 13th, 2009 at 3:29 pm

the citrus flavour of this drink is addictive!

and ’smart energy’ is far better for you than V or Redbull
James Scott said on March 17th, 2009 at 1:57 am

Hey everyone,
I am now addicted to this stuff. I get it from my local I.G.A. I havent seen it anywhere else, but Blueberry is the only one I like. Hopefully they put it out in 4 or 6 packs soon so its cheaper.
Mai said on March 17th, 2009 at 2:37 am

Hi Cate,

I agree the Citrus flavor is the best of the 3, though I also like the Berry, I have been drinking them with my Vs. As to which is better for you, I have done some research and it seems Red Bull has the lowest calories to my suprise. Here are the results.

Nutritional Information

Red Bull
Calories 110
sugar 27gm

Smart Energy
120 calories
sugar 28.3

V Enery drink
114 calories
sugar 26.5
Mai said on March 17th, 2009 at 2:38 am

Hi James,

How much does it cost you where you live at I.G.A?
Belinda said on April 14th, 2009 at 11:38 am

I’ve abandoned my V lemon in favour of the Smart Energy Blood Orange… I hope it lasts!!
Felicity said on May 29th, 2009 at 5:26 pm

Blueberry is really nice.
You can get smart energy drinks for $2 each at 7 Eleven.
Shy said on August 17th, 2009 at 12:36 pm

Hello fellow energy drinker! In terms of effect, Red Bull by far beats them all in terms of overall effect. Value for money would be Mother due to its overall size, V gives you a light kick and taste better, But you can buy Pack of 4 Red Bull for $9.99 at any supermarket so its not as expensive out in pubs/clubs (costing up to $5+!!).

btw..nice blog =)
Mai said on August 17th, 2009 at 3:26 pm

Thanks for the insight - I’m an energy drinker addict :). Glad you enjoy reading my blog :)!!
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