Yes the company might lose the OG drinkers but their goal is to expand world wide and have done tons of marketing and tests to make sure a majority would like the new changes to whichever flavors. The goal is to grow. Every year sales went down so it shows the formula needed to be changed
Thats an excellent explanation that I didnt overly think about. Out with the old and in with the new. If you can get more new people that like it, the people that dont like can either learn to like it or move on...as long as Rockstar can get more sales out of it...especially if they did test marketing and everything else. Thanks for the insightful comment! Pepsi employee or an article you read? (I think I'll pin this comment. You may or may not get a lot of responses (probably negative ones, LOL).
@@Abe317 yeah but remember when Pepsi changed the Diet Pepsi to sucralose and all of the loyals were boycotting it until they changed it back. Diet Pepsi is not profitable last I heard.
Sorry but I completely disagree. Are you old enough to remember when Coke tried to change their classic?? Very bad idea. People were pissed. MANY MANY MANY people have given their feedback and most seem to hate the new Rockstar flavor. I know I do...and I have drank Rockstar for years. Try some new flavors or ideas BUT DON’T change the original!!
Pepsi bought Rockstar name but not the recipes so they don't know how to make them taste the same but I agree the new taste like crap. It's also 2O more calories a can so they added extra sugar.
New one has a sort of bubblegum scent and flavor. The old one had a sharper more sour/tart flavor and I really prefer that, so much more refreshing imo
100% correct! I noticed the bubblegum flavor and scent immediately like you pointed out. I definitely prefer the original recipe! Seems like most stores still have the original. I thought I was going crazy with some cans tasting like bubblegum! I didn’t know that Pepsi bought rockstar.
I preferred the old Rockstar purely because it was my go to semi-monthly cheat drink. I randomly want that sickly original energy drink flavor every few months or so. Rip
I had recently fallen in love with the old rockstar zero sugar and a month later they changed the look and taste and now I'm back to monster. #RIPRS rest in peace rockstar
Same! I loved zero sugar and it was the only one I would always buy and go out of my way to find in grocery stores. 🥺 I always disliked the taste of the Monster ones and now I am back to spending way too much 💰💸💵 on Red Bulls.
The new one is weak sauce idk I instantly didn’t like the can the only thing I like is the caffeine amount on the can. The new one is sweeter and has more calories it’s doesn’t have that rockstar pop. Plus the can is wack.
Old Rockstar original formula had ginko in it 25mg per serving . Was listed on the side of the can , which fda actually banned since then and removed.. and since then the buzz was never the same after that
I've had the recovery drinks quite a few times from before and after the design change, and the flavor on those is exactly the same. I will say I did get a bit of lemon pulp in the new version of the recovery lemonade, but I don't know if that was just a one-off since I usually get the orange.
It tastes like a cheap can of grape soda pop now! If they don't change it back then I'm finding another energy drink. It's horrible and I've drank it for 18 years now and it used to taste like a bubblegum flavor.
If you like Bubble Gum, Kona Gold has a pretty good bubble gum flavor. Don't worry about it being a "hemp" product, theres on 15mgs of it in there, so it is barely a pixie dusted amount of actual pixie dusting. LOL! Actually I did a review if you want the details: th-cam.com/video/QZEikQYM47Q/w-d-xo.html
Interesting. I know that monster sometimes makes tweaks to their energy drinks from time to time, but theyve always been known for having taurine in their energy drinks. Unsure why they would take it out in mexico.
This reminds me of when RJ Reynolds bought out Lorillard and changed the blend of tobacco in Newports and people complained they tasted dirty. I don’t understand why soft drink and tobacco companies feel the need to change classics. It was just fine the way it was. These decisions are almost always met with disapproval from consumers. Why do they continue doing it?
The new one is not good at all! You probably don’t care because you seem to like a lot of energy drinks so you have other options, but the OG rockstar was the ONLY one I liked, I pretty much relied on having one every morning. Definitely disappointed.
Im not a fan of the standard energy flavors. Red Bull, Monster and Rockstar are the three original energy drink companies that reigned for years over the energy drink industry, but I wasnt a huge fan of the energy drink taste. I am much more a fan of all the different flavor energy drinks. I know a lot of people are going to be upset about the change and I am surprised they did it...whether I like them or not.
I can’t try the regular versions but I tried the zero versions and I had the same reaction you did and I like the throwback edition more than the original zero sugar
I only drink Rockstar recovery drinks and I can say without a doubt in my mind the Rockstar lemonade recovery has definitely changed. The first couple cans I had after the label change we're definitely carbonated you could even hear the carbonation
IDK about carbonation but the flavor is definitely different. They also have more calories in them. Which is ironic because the old lemonades tastes way better to me and they had less calories!
@@blakeallred9097 agreed. I have continued to drink them and now they dont seem carbonated but i do taste a slight pinapple flavor. However the orange recovery seems unchanged
I had been drinking a Rockstar a day, sometimes 2 for many years, I noticed the change in flavor when Cyberpunk game came out, I bought as many cans with the red pulltab as I could find in my local grocery store, when I ran out of my supply I switched to monster energy drink.
Dude, This new Can/ Flavor is not the business. I’ve been lucky to have found the older cans at the local car wash. Lol I’m not drinking these new ones.
The diet rockstar is completely different, for the worse! i’ve been drinking it for about six years now and I used to love it, I guess my $1200 a year is going back to Red Bull. sorry but I think you’ve been paid off
The first images of the Rockstar Recovery that appeared online showed carbonated water on the ingredients. That's when the complains started. Someone on the energy drink subreddit contacted Rockstar and they mentioned they had made a mistake and they would correct it.
Ohhhhh.... well thats very interesting!!!! So, its almost subliminally messing with people! They see carbonated water in the ingredients and then go to the forums (and my videos comments section) and say "I definitely could taste an itty bitty bit of carbonation in this drink...." But could they? Or is it the can playing tricks on their brain. Interesting indeed!
@@CaffeineMan1 At least as regards Rockstar "Recovery" Orange (orig was "hydration") Pepsi/Rockstar replaced PURIFIED water with ... water! And added carbonation and glucose syrup vs glucose to make the calories go from 10 to 25. Three strikes, they're out! Sad... Just replacing the purified water with "water" is tragic. It wasn't broke, they shouldn't have "fixed" it.
Yeah nah. That new rockstar is disgusting. I and a hundred thousand others will tell you the same. The new one is disgusting. I've even tried to have an open mind and tried the new one a few times. Gross.
They totally changed the Lemonade flavor (it has more calories in it too) and the new lemonade flavor does not taste nearly as good. Luckily I've found the old lemonades and bought a bunch of stock before the new can change and they still taste just as good, but when comparing them to the new can there is a distinct difference in flavor to me.
I never really tried rockstar until about 3 years ago but after only a few cans it quickly became my favorite drink. It stayed my favorite until they switched to the deceptively named new formula. I tried really hard to learn to like the new formula but I just can't do it. It tastes like someone mixed original rockstar with grape soda and I can't stand it. Thank you Pepsi for ruining my favorite beverage.
I bought an original rockstar years back and it tasted like a mix of monster/redbull. I hadn’t bought one sense until today. And there’s a huge difference now. The one I just bought also says original on the can but after taking a few sips it smelled and tasted like cough syrup. I’m like hmm maybe its expired or just the can I bought so I bought another rockstar original but from a different store and boom again tasted like cough syrup they changed the formula. I was never a huge fan of rockstar so it doesn’t bother me as I prefer to drink NOS or Redbull
I absolutely hate the new formula 🤢 I had no idea it was “new”, and was overwhelmed with the taste of alcohol. I thought I got one from a bad batch, but no.. 😭
I just found the new formulas of fruit punch, killer grape and pure zero fruit punch and got those and the old formulas and there is a bit of difference in taste I gotta say
I didnt notice a huge difference but all the hardcore Rockstar fans are up in arms about it. Just read my comments section. "The new one is DISGUSTING!" "But it barely tastes any different?" "OMG Worst drink in the world!" 😂😂😂
HEY CAFFEINE⚡MAN!! I actually haven't had a Rockstar Energy for quite some time. Almost forgot what they tasted like. Also want to mention that I got my first ZeroPack today. ALREADY A FAN. GOD BLESS 💙
I’ve been drinking two Rockstars a day since I was 13 now being 27. I still enjoy rockstar till this day . I kind of do notice a difference, but I’m OK with it. My favorite is a sugar-free rockstar people say it taste like medicine. 😂
Great comparison review. I don't do Rockstar. Way too much sugar. But for those who do drink these drinks, this video has great information. Till next time CM !!!
do they still sell full throttle in stores? i been trying to look for it with no luck. was my favorite energy drink as a kid when i once got it at a hollywood video (good times) do you have it in that collection also?
Yes, they still have it in some stores. Its usually on the bottom shelf so hard to see. It doesnt help that they keep changing the packaging too. I did a video last year when they had just changed the packing and they've changed it again since then. th-cam.com/video/N2EQb_Clm0E/w-d-xo.html
@@CaffeineMan1 update: just got it at a convenient store and it wasn’t good at all. completely changed the formula. very different from what i remember. have a can of blue agave hoping that taste better
red bull and uptime are my favorite energy drinks. on a grocery shopping day, i had to get a rockstar because they didn’t have any red bull or uptime, and i didn’t realize it was a new formula. i liked it better than how it tasted the last time i had it a long time ago, (still not a favorite or something i will reach for often) but the one distinct thing i got from it was a kick of pineapple! i mentioned it to a friend who likes rockstar, and they didn’t agree. i felt a little crazy until you said you smelled a bit of pineapple!
I never realized they changed the formula and I’ve been drinking it off and on for 15 years, however I did notice a few days ago when I was drinking a rock star that I wasn’t getting that throw up 🤮 smell when it got to the bottom of the can and the drink got warmer. I alternate between Monster, Nos, Red Bull and Rockstar. Mainly just the original flavors, I don’t like the non carbonated or diet flavors or the monster flavors. But now that I think about it rockstar used to taste like sweet tarts to me and I can’t say I’ve had that same thoughts lately
Why are you taking so long to drink it that it gets warm? Anyway, the point is the forsook people who noticed the change immediately over someone who noticed well over a year later
So I have noticed since Pepsi bought it out there has been changes cause my dad used to have sponsership at his job and so they sell them all time. That's where i get them but anyways, they are only slightly different. Mainly just lower carbonation and I think they tried to make the Rockstar drink a little more simalar to the new bigger drinks like Bang, Regin, and all those other Focus stuff. Like making it slightly healthier in way but keeping the taste somewhat simalar. Idk if any of that made sense, all I'm saying is, is that there is little to no difference besides noticable carbonation levels, and leveled flavors.
Idk what babymango is talking about I mean maybe they didn't change much but whatever they did to it you can for sure taste a difference and for the worst. Im sure you tasted it already. But Iv spent thousands on rockstars over time and haven't touched it sense they changed it. Tried one today to see if they changed it back but nope, it's why in here
You're right: Maybe people need to just quit for a little while an go through withdrawals, then try it again and get well like they took their medication
You should try one of the new recoverys. It did seem like they added very very slight carbonation. Idk if it was cause I was sick or something or just me in general but I was confused a little. Deffently not at all one of the online spamers of that, I just wanted to make sure I'm not crazy and had another persons perspective on it.
I'll definitely try it out at some point.Most likely wont have time to do a review or comparison video though with so many other new drinks coming out. I mean, the rumor had to start somewhere, so the only way to find out would be to actually buy one. Most likely, this will be one of my rare videos that I hardly respond to many of the comments because it is going to be a very heated debate (that I dont want to get into LOL!).
Hey man, I drank a fruit punch rockstar every single day for 5 and a half years, soon after Pepsi bought them they tasted different your video is the first I'm hearing of them being bought out, but they tasted different, they added a gram of sugar for sure, I stopped buying them all together, they aren't as satisfying as they used to be 🙃
They should come out with a lime margarita one. I absolutely love the new cutwater tequila margarita. I'm not a big drinker but it is absolutely delicious.
Well, according to Pepsi/rockstar (not me), it wasn’t working, as sales were on the decline. They changed the formula to see if they could sell more. Time will tell if the theory was true or if they will go back to the original.
I was on a brief road trip recently and purchased 2 sugar-free “energy drink flavor” Rock Stars. I don’t recall the last time I had a pure energy flavor, but I remember disliking them. The first can I had the first day I hated. I mean really hated. Curiously enough, the second one I had the next day I kind of liked. Is it an acquired taste? I think I’m more of a cotton candy kind of guy, LOL.
I mean, if it was the "orginal" Rockstar sugar-free, Id say its an acquired taste. Some of the "original" flavors are since they are fairly standard energy drink flavor. I much more prefer the flavored energy drinks.
No, I tried all the regular Hydro waters, but havent a chance to try the new ones yet. I normally only have time to do 2 videos a week and the past 3 weeks Ive been doing 3 videos a week and I still can't keep up with the new drinks.
You’re crazy man, it tastes completely different there was no grape flavor in the original and that’s all the new one tastes like nasty grape shit. Maybe I’m just sensitive to grape flavor, but I honestly can’t finish half a can of the new stuff it the grape flavor makes me sick to my stomache
Grape? Ive had dozens of grape drinks and didnt get any grape out of it...but we all have diffeent tastes buds and it sounds like there is something in there you definitely don't like. Ive definitely noticed comments saying it was slightly different but those who say it was dramatically different really seemed to love the original. I think it may be because of how much they love it. I love love love, the Coconut Berry Red Bull. I was excited when the sugar free came out thinking I could replace the sugar one, but it didnt taste nearly as good and I probably wouldnt ever buy it again. Other people told me the couldnt taste much of a difference, so Im guessing this may be a similar situation. I didnt think the Rockstars tasted all that different but those who love it, they know!
Old formula is better sugar free that is. I called the company and they told me that they have improved the ingredients to help with shelf life. The new stuff has an after taste like beer.
Dude I stocked up I basically bought up everyone I could I only have like 20 left after having hundreds… I guess maybe it’s a good thing they changed it cause maybe I drink to many… I can’t even drink the new one and I hate all other energy drinks and I’ve been trying loads of them to find a new brand
@@CaffeineMan1 dude I’ve tried like sooooo so many like I hate them all like I haven’t found one that I even remotely like… I take one or 2 drinks and dump them I mean I guess I’m gonna have to just drink the new one it’s sorta similar or just go back to drinking coke all day instead of Rocks cause I can’t quit caffeine I tried once I had a headache for days..
Not sure if it's actually a new flavor but the Kiwi Strawberry Xdurance is tremendous, and my local Albertson's has Rockstar on sale 10 for $10 right now.
I never had the original Rockstar before. I prefer their XDurance line, Pure Zero line, and maybe their Punched line even though it has lots of sugar in it. I’d imagine the taste would kinda remind me of something from Monster. At first, I predicted that Rockstar had some sort of yellow pineapple flavor or orange.
The New Formula is BY FAR as horrendous as everyone else just makes it out to be. It tastes like 50% of the original formula and the other 50% has this super sweet grape / tylenol flavor that makes it sickening and leaves a nauseating bad aftertaste for HOURS... Not kidding... There is also much less carbonation and the drink is nowhere near as refreshing. Looking to get the remaining of the old style while I can. This was a bad move on changing the formula to taste similar like Monster or other competitors with those super sweet / sickening tastes that linger. Rock Star was one of the last few energy drinks which tasted amazing. Before that, I used to buy and sell an Energy Drink called "MONAVIE EMV" which was the only other really good one ever. Discontinued several years ago.
Well, the energy drink market is continuing to grow and expand, and sales are increasing each year, while soda sales have been dropping. Tons of new energy drink companies hitting the market, with tons of options. Im certain you will be able to find something you like! If you havent browsed my channel before, definitely take a look. I can barely keep up with all the new drinks and companies coming out!!! Reign has been killing it with their flavors, GFuel has some unique ones and so so many more. Good luck! If you have a specific flavor you like, I may be able to recommend some.
@@CaffeineMan1 Yeah, that's true. Everything is dictated by how the market looks at things, specifically in this for the Energy Drink Market which relies on certain trends. Yeah I definitely like that I stumbled onto your channel so I will definitely check out your other reviews. I'm mostly into Acai / Berry Flavored or ones which have like a Pineapple Flavor somewhat, most similar to the Rock Star Drinks, without the nasty sweetness or aftertaste, and I like a highly carbonated, crisp type. If you have any suggestions, I am definitely open to hearing them, Thanks!!!
I would really like if you could do video like this for old vs new Monster Assault! If you unfortunately cant find old can of Assault i would like if you coud do revew for new Assault.
I been a big rockstar fan for many years, always grabbed one can often. After trying the new one, I never felt so disappointed.. even for a drink. The new recipe is not good at all. RIP rockstar At least let the actual og rockstar recipe be a different kind of can like " classic rockstar "
Oh wow, thats actually a pretty good idea too! Rather than making the original rockstar fans mad, they can bring on new customers with the new formula and keep the old customers happy with the old one. You should email pepsi.
63 grams?! Ours only have 24 grams! I'm sad about all the flavours. Just tried the old + new Blueberry Pom Acai, and it's different. The new one is less distinct and fruit punchy
Yes the company might lose the OG drinkers but their goal is to expand world wide and have done tons of marketing and tests to make sure a majority would like the new changes to whichever flavors. The goal is to grow. Every year sales went down so it shows the formula needed to be changed
Thats an excellent explanation that I didnt overly think about. Out with the old and in with the new. If you can get more new people that like it, the people that dont like can either learn to like it or move on...as long as Rockstar can get more sales out of it...especially if they did test marketing and everything else. Thanks for the insightful comment! Pepsi employee or an article you read? (I think I'll pin this comment. You may or may not get a lot of responses (probably negative ones, LOL).
@@CaffeineMan1 Pepsi employee who has loved rockstar for years
@@Abe317 Excellent! Thanks for the insightful feedback!
@@Abe317 yeah but remember when Pepsi changed the Diet Pepsi to sucralose and all of the loyals were boycotting it until they changed it back. Diet Pepsi is not profitable last I heard.
Sorry but I completely disagree. Are you old enough to remember when Coke tried to change their classic?? Very bad idea. People were pissed. MANY MANY MANY people have given their feedback and most seem to hate the new Rockstar flavor. I know I do...and I have drank Rockstar for years. Try some new flavors or ideas BUT DON’T change the original!!
Whoever decided to change the formula like this deserves to be fired and kicked in the nuts.
Time will tell! If it succeeds, all the better. If it doesn't, they can always go back to the old!
How can liquid ass succeed??
Pepsi bought Rockstar name but not the recipes so they don't know how to make them taste the same but I agree the new taste like crap. It's also 2O more calories a can so they added extra sugar.
@@CaffeineMan1 here’s the thing just because you prefer the old (like myself) doesn’t mean they are not gonna stop buying the new brand.
@@avgrim7729 this makes sense, like they attempted to recreate the original flavor but fell short
New one has a sort of bubblegum scent and flavor. The old one had a sharper more sour/tart flavor and I really prefer that, so much more refreshing imo
100% correct! I noticed the bubblegum flavor and scent immediately like you pointed out. I definitely prefer the original recipe! Seems like most stores still have the original. I thought I was going crazy with some cans tasting like bubblegum! I didn’t know that Pepsi bought rockstar.
I always found the stuff to smell like medicine and taste a bit like citrus with strawberry and a hint of medicine.
I preferred the old Rockstar purely because it was my go to semi-monthly cheat drink. I randomly want that sickly original energy drink flavor every few months or so. Rip
The new Original is disgusting IMO. I bought a new one and couple times and was forced by my taste buds, to pour out 95% of the can.
Bro the new original is better imo
@@sowaydia589 fruit punch 🤜 is the most lit
WE WANT THE ORIGINAL BACK!
I had recently fallen in love with the old rockstar zero sugar and a month later they changed the look and taste and now I'm back to monster. #RIPRS rest in peace rockstar
Same! I loved zero sugar and it was the only one I would always buy and go out of my way to find in grocery stores. 🥺 I always disliked the taste of the Monster ones and now I am back to spending way too much 💰💸💵 on Red Bulls.
The old and new are completely different from can design to recipe.
I've talked to the Pepsi delivery and he said it was different.
They should call the "new Rockstar"
Wish they brought back the original and called it "classic Rockstar"
I'm a hardcore *Rockstar fan & I can't handle the sweetness-I'm going to have to switch EDs. HELP
I actually googled it after the fact cus I knew something was off. R.I.P. ROCKSTAR
Taste like a cheap dollar tree energy drink
I miss the chemical taste of the original sugar free one
@@SICK562CKRISS that's how I feal it sucks ass
@@djtoxicdhg FR!
So the same? I've always loved Rockstar but when the original flavors are the ones available I'll spend a little more money and go for a red bull.
People who drink energy drinks regularly can notices tiny changes. These company's can't fool us.
Come on now Arizona Animal... if I know one thing about you... I definitely know that nobody could fool you!!!
@@CaffeineMan1 no way,you would be a fool to even attempt.
@@MrImaghost LOL!
I never heard of any of this and I could tell the difference in the original rockstar that’s when I looked into it
Lol me to
The new one is weak sauce idk I instantly didn’t like the can the only thing I like is the caffeine amount on the can. The new one is sweeter and has more calories it’s doesn’t have that rockstar pop. Plus the can is wack.
Legend says caffeine man can tell the difference in any new versus old formula in any drink.
They can't put one past me!
Are you planning a new vs. old Rockstar Sugar Free comparison?
Old Rockstar original formula had ginko in it 25mg per serving . Was listed on the side of the can , which fda actually banned since then and removed.. and since then the buzz was never the same after that
Whoa that's right-i knew there was something-wow
I've had the recovery drinks quite a few times from before and after the design change, and the flavor on those is exactly the same. I will say I did get a bit of lemon pulp in the new version of the recovery lemonade, but I don't know if that was just a one-off since I usually get the orange.
I think the only formula that actually changed was the OG. Or at least so drastically.
@Max Smock Yeah, people just love to spread misinformation. Terrible.
It tastes like a cheap can of grape soda pop now! If they don't change it back then I'm finding another energy drink. It's horrible and I've drank it for 18 years now and it used to taste like a bubblegum flavor.
If you like Bubble Gum, Kona Gold has a pretty good bubble gum flavor. Don't worry about it being a "hemp" product, theres on 15mgs of it in there, so it is barely a pixie dusted amount of actual pixie dusting. LOL! Actually I did a review if you want the details:
th-cam.com/video/QZEikQYM47Q/w-d-xo.html
@@CaffeineMan1 Thank you and I will have to check that one out!
Now rockstar taste like battery acid.before it was actually good and had a great taste
BRING THE OLD FORMULA BACK
There's something similar in Mexico with Monster Energy, they replaced Taurina with Inositol and it tastes a little different 😢
Interesting. I know that monster sometimes makes tweaks to their energy drinks from time to time, but theyve always been known for having taurine in their energy drinks. Unsure why they would take it out in mexico.
This reminds me of when RJ Reynolds bought out Lorillard and changed the blend of tobacco in Newports and people complained they tasted dirty. I don’t understand why soft drink and tobacco companies feel the need to change classics. It was just fine the way it was. These decisions are almost always met with disapproval from consumers. Why do they continue doing it?
The new one is not good at all! You probably don’t care because you seem to like a lot of energy drinks so you have other options, but the OG rockstar was the ONLY one I liked, I pretty much relied on having one every morning. Definitely disappointed.
Im not a fan of the standard energy flavors. Red Bull, Monster and Rockstar are the three original energy drink companies that reigned for years over the energy drink industry, but I wasnt a huge fan of the energy drink taste. I am much more a fan of all the different flavor energy drinks. I know a lot of people are going to be upset about the change and I am surprised they did it...whether I like them or not.
@@CaffeineMan1 all hail Reign !
I've noticed that also. It's 2021, it seems like everyone wants to be negative just for the sake of it. Thank you so much for this review.
I can’t try the regular versions but I tried the zero versions and I had the same reaction you did and I like the throwback edition more than the original zero sugar
I only drink Rockstar recovery drinks and I can say without a doubt in my mind the Rockstar lemonade recovery has definitely changed. The first couple cans I had after the label change we're definitely carbonated you could even hear the carbonation
IDK about carbonation but the flavor is definitely different. They also have more calories in them. Which is ironic because the old lemonades tastes way better to me and they had less calories!
@@blakeallred9097 agreed. I have continued to drink them and now they dont seem carbonated but i do taste a slight pinapple flavor. However the orange recovery seems unchanged
Old original way better!!! New formula too sweet. Taste like rockstar candy flavor.
I had been drinking a Rockstar a day, sometimes 2 for many years, I noticed the change in flavor when Cyberpunk game came out, I bought as many cans with the red pulltab as I could find in my local grocery store, when I ran out of my supply I switched to monster energy drink.
If the Original Rockstar ain't better than the new Original Rockstar, then idk but the new OG Rockstar tastes like grape with some berries.
Taste like Monster. So they are basically merging with Monster. Bring back the original.
So many videos this week !! 🤩🤩
...so little sleep. 😂
Dude, This new Can/ Flavor is not the business. I’ve been lucky to have found the older cans at the local car wash. Lol I’m not drinking these new ones.
the sour rasberry is not anymore that sour like before (germany)
The OG OG rockstar is a FAR superior taste. What a shame. What. A. Shame.
To me the new flavor has a more... I dunno cough syrup-ie.
Bro you can’t beat the main original
The diet rockstar is completely different, for the worse! i’ve been drinking it for about six years now and I used to love it, I guess my $1200 a year is going back to Red Bull. sorry but I think you’ve been paid off
The first images of the Rockstar Recovery that appeared online showed carbonated water on the ingredients. That's when the complains started. Someone on the energy drink subreddit contacted Rockstar and they mentioned they had made a mistake and they would correct it.
Ohhhhh.... well thats very interesting!!!! So, its almost subliminally messing with people! They see carbonated water in the ingredients and then go to the forums (and my videos comments section) and say "I definitely could taste an itty bitty bit of carbonation in this drink...." But could they? Or is it the can playing tricks on their brain. Interesting indeed!
@@CaffeineMan1 At least as regards Rockstar "Recovery" Orange (orig was "hydration") Pepsi/Rockstar replaced PURIFIED water with ... water! And added carbonation and glucose syrup vs glucose to make the calories go from 10 to 25. Three strikes, they're out! Sad... Just replacing the purified water with "water" is tragic. It wasn't broke, they shouldn't have "fixed" it.
Yeah nah. That new rockstar is disgusting. I and a hundred thousand others will tell you the same.
The new one is disgusting. I've even tried to have an open mind and tried the new one a few times.
Gross.
its alright, another hundred thousand others will like it
They totally changed the Lemonade flavor (it has more calories in it too) and the new lemonade flavor does not taste nearly as good. Luckily I've found the old lemonades and bought a bunch of stock before the new can change and they still taste just as good, but when comparing them to the new can there is a distinct difference in flavor to me.
I'll definitely need to try them out next time I see them in stores.
The first rock stars were green in color, that was 15 years ago.
I never really tried rockstar until about 3 years ago but after only a few cans it quickly became my favorite drink. It stayed my favorite until they switched to the deceptively named new formula. I tried really hard to learn to like the new formula but I just can't do it. It tastes like someone mixed original rockstar with grape soda and I can't stand it. Thank you Pepsi for ruining my favorite beverage.
You can buy the original formula on Amazon now. With the large uprising of people who loved the original, they now make both flavors.
I have not bought another rockstar or anything Pepsi since they changed the original rockstar
You can buy the original on Amazon now!
Interesting that they changed it.
Very! Changing an original. Bold! But I pinned a comment that explained the idea behind it.
I prefer the Original formula of Rockstar energy drink
They're definitely going to make a lot of people mad.
I bought an original rockstar years back and it tasted like a mix of monster/redbull. I hadn’t bought one sense until today. And there’s a huge difference now. The one I just bought also says original on the can but after taking a few sips it smelled and tasted like cough syrup. I’m like hmm maybe its expired or just the can I bought so I bought another rockstar original but from a different store and boom again tasted like cough syrup they changed the formula. I was never a huge fan of rockstar so it doesn’t bother me as I prefer to drink NOS or Redbull
I absolutely hate the new formula 🤢
I had no idea it was “new”, and was overwhelmed with the taste of alcohol. I thought I got one from a bad batch, but no.. 😭
Yeah, a lot of the Original Fans are not happy with the change. Im curious if they will go back to the old one if the new one doesnt sell as well.
@@CaffeineMan1 i hope so
I just found the new formulas of fruit punch, killer grape and pure zero fruit punch and got those and the old formulas and there is a bit of difference in taste I gotta say
I hate the new Rockstar.
Apparently a decent amount of people did so they brought back the “original” formula on Amazon. No word yet if they will be switching back completely.
i complained online the new one taste like candy in water
I know this video is old but original Rockstar was my first energy drink.
Defintiely goes wayyyy back in the day to when the originators were coming out!
I can only tell there's a little difference if I drink it at room temperature, cuz ice cold they're the same to me
I didnt notice a huge difference but all the hardcore Rockstar fans are up in arms about it. Just read my comments section. "The new one is DISGUSTING!"
"But it barely tastes any different?"
"OMG Worst drink in the world!"
😂😂😂
HEY CAFFEINE⚡MAN!!
I actually haven't had a Rockstar Energy for quite some time. Almost forgot what they tasted like.
Also want to mention that I got my first ZeroPack today. ALREADY A FAN.
GOD BLESS 💙
Oh yea, definitely not a Rockstar Original fan at all, just did it for the fans! As for the Zero Pack, so happy that you got it and loved it!
For real og better I hate the new one taste way different
I’ve been drinking two Rockstars a day since I was 13 now being 27. I still enjoy rockstar till this day . I kind of do notice a difference, but I’m OK with it. My favorite is a sugar-free rockstar people say it taste like medicine. 😂
They switched up my favorite strawberry whipped. Taste like trash now.
Great comparison review. I don't do Rockstar. Way too much sugar. But for those who do drink these drinks, this video has great information. Till next time CM !!!
Glad you enjoyed the info. I just pinned a comment from someone that explains one of the reasons why they changed it. Interesting stuff.
do they still sell full throttle in stores? i been trying to look for it with no luck. was my favorite energy drink as a kid when i once got it at a hollywood video (good times)
do you have it in that collection also?
Yes, they still have it in some stores. Its usually on the bottom shelf so hard to see. It doesnt help that they keep changing the packaging too. I did a video last year when they had just changed the packing and they've changed it again since then.
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@@CaffeineMan1 update: just got it at a convenient store and it wasn’t good at all. completely changed the formula. very different from what i remember. have a can of blue agave hoping that taste better
Jeez, some people make it seem like the old lady is going through some changes and seeing another man............ or woman. Love your reviews 💪
red bull and uptime are my favorite energy drinks. on a grocery shopping day, i had to get a rockstar because they didn’t have any red bull or uptime, and i didn’t realize it was a new formula. i liked it better than how it tasted the last time i had it a long time ago, (still not a favorite or something i will reach for often) but the one distinct thing i got from it was a kick of pineapple! i mentioned it to a friend who likes rockstar, and they didn’t agree. i felt a little crazy until you said you smelled a bit of pineapple!
Glad I helped you feel a bit more sane! As for the Rockstar lovers, don't let them hear you liked the new one better or else you'll get an earful!
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The whipped strawberry one was definitely changed used to taste like strawberry ice cream got a can last month & I’ll never buy it again
I think the zero sugar versions were improved. I was surprised.
Yeah I liked the new watermelon replacement, watermelon kiwi
@@CaffeineMan1 have you spotted the new tmgs? I thought that was their best zero to date before Pepsi took over. 🤞 It's even better.
I never realized they changed the formula and I’ve been drinking it off and on for 15 years, however I did notice a few days ago when I was drinking a rock star that I wasn’t getting that throw up 🤮 smell when it got to the bottom of the can and the drink got warmer.
I alternate between Monster, Nos, Red Bull and Rockstar. Mainly just the original flavors, I don’t like the non carbonated or diet flavors or the monster flavors. But now that I think about it rockstar used to taste like sweet tarts to me and I can’t say I’ve had that same thoughts lately
Why are you taking so long to drink it that it gets warm? Anyway, the point is the forsook people who noticed the change immediately over someone who noticed well over a year later
I love that shirt caffeine man these guys need to sponsor you , rock ⭐
LOL.... thanks... yeah, I definitely need a sponsorship with someone.
@@CaffeineMan1 I know you're promoting all these free products
Based on the video I would say he already is. The new flavor is dramatically different.
I’ve been drinking rockstart for years and the new one force me to change energy drinks . Do not like the new rockstar 👎🏻
Whats your new favorite?
The new pure zero watermelon kiwi just came out along with lime cucumber.
Yeah, I reviewed the Watermelon last week. The lime will be in a couple of weeks.
I liked the new one that came out but I miss the old one .
it did taste slightly different to me
Yeah it is smoother they added glucunorolactone like they have in monster. I liked it because there was less jag or jitterinesd in it.
Definitely enjoy the smoother feel to it.
Miss the old flavor
That coconut berry redbull is damn good.
Oh heck yeah!!!
Y’all know you can get the original flavor on the website right?
Yeah, but then who are they all going to complain to? 😂
@@CaffeineMan1 I’m just happy I can still get it 😌
I drink energy drinks like gfuel monster ghost mtn dew but not any high sugar energy drinks
Thats great to hear! SUgar is bad for you so best to stick with sugar free...especially since the companies you mentioned makes good sugar free ones!
Darn I was kind of hoping that the flavor change was a rumor, I’m hoping it does taste better like you said 🤞
So I have noticed since Pepsi bought it out there has been changes cause my dad used to have sponsership at his job and so they sell them all time. That's where i get them but anyways, they are only slightly different. Mainly just lower carbonation and I think they tried to make the Rockstar drink a little more simalar to the new bigger drinks like Bang, Regin, and all those other Focus stuff. Like making it slightly healthier in way but keeping the taste somewhat simalar. Idk if any of that made sense, all I'm saying is, is that there is little to no difference besides noticable carbonation levels, and leveled flavors.
The new recipe is disgusting.
Idk what babymango is talking about I mean maybe they didn't change much but whatever they did to it you can for sure taste a difference and for the worst. Im sure you tasted it already. But Iv spent thousands on rockstars over time and haven't touched it sense they changed it. Tried one today to see if they changed it back but nope, it's why in here
Is it possible to write to Pepsi about this? Consumer feedback matters
Most definitely. You can even search for Pepsi/Rockstar petitions. There are a couple (so Ive been told) to bring the old flavor back! Good luck.
You're right: Maybe people need to just quit for a little while an go through withdrawals, then try it again and get well like they took their medication
You should try one of the new recoverys. It did seem like they added very very slight carbonation. Idk if it was cause I was sick or something or just me in general but I was confused a little. Deffently not at all one of the online spamers of that, I just wanted to make sure I'm not crazy and had another persons perspective on it.
I'll definitely try it out at some point.Most likely wont have time to do a review or comparison video though with so many other new drinks coming out. I mean, the rumor had to start somewhere, so the only way to find out would be to actually buy one. Most likely, this will be one of my rare videos that I hardly respond to many of the comments because it is going to be a very heated debate (that I dont want to get into LOL!).
@@CaffeineMan1 Oh yes ofc 😂
Hey man, I drank a fruit punch rockstar every single day for 5 and a half years, soon after Pepsi bought them they tasted different your video is the first I'm hearing of them being bought out, but they tasted different, they added a gram of sugar for sure, I stopped buying them all together, they aren't as satisfying as they used to be 🙃
Did you see the new gfuel cans? There are 3 new flavors. Ice Shatter, Hype Sauce, and Snow Cone.
Yup Yup!
@@CaffeineMan1 saw it on IG.
@@Dcn8r22 The picture of me holding them for my next review or someone elses picture?
@@CaffeineMan1 picture of you holding them.
@@Dcn8r22 Then why did you ask if I saw them if you saw me holding them?
I love the new formula!
They should come out with a lime margarita one. I absolutely love the new cutwater tequila margarita. I'm not a big drinker but it is absolutely delicious.
Sounds like an interesting idea and some companies have been doing liquor named flavors so it could work.
Ps the new Rockstar tasted vary cheap and poorly made its not the worst taste in the world but vary por quality.
Similar to a Pepsi product. 😂
@@CaffeineMan1 I hate most Pepsi except for diet Pepsi altho I gave up most pop sins triying to stay helthyer.
The new one is horrible. I use to drink rock stars everyday now i cant force myself to drink the new flavor.. Why change something that was working
Well, according to Pepsi/rockstar (not me), it wasn’t working, as sales were on the decline. They changed the formula to see if they could sell more. Time will tell if the theory was true or if they will go back to the original.
I was on a brief road trip recently and purchased 2 sugar-free “energy drink flavor” Rock Stars. I don’t recall the last time I had a pure energy flavor, but I remember disliking them. The first can I had the first day I hated. I mean really hated. Curiously enough, the second one I had the next day I kind of liked. Is it an acquired taste? I think I’m more of a cotton candy kind of guy, LOL.
I mean, if it was the "orginal" Rockstar sugar-free, Id say its an acquired taste. Some of the "original" flavors are since they are fairly standard energy drink flavor. I much more prefer the flavored energy drinks.
As soon as I tasted the new can, it was not good at all. Now I found the OG flavor can, and boy it is Good.
I know they started selling the OG on Amazon. Is it in stores now?
@@CaffeineMan1 Found it at one of 4 safeways around my area.
@@migueldelatorre1867 Nice, I'll have to keep and eye out. Curious if they'll transition back all together.
Have you tried new monster Energy water
No, I tried all the regular Hydro waters, but havent a chance to try the new ones yet. I normally only have time to do 2 videos a week and the past 3 weeks Ive been doing 3 videos a week and I still can't keep up with the new drinks.
You’re crazy man, it tastes completely different there was no grape flavor in the original and that’s all the new one tastes like nasty grape shit. Maybe I’m just sensitive to grape flavor, but I honestly can’t finish half a can of the new stuff it the grape flavor makes me sick to my stomache
Grape?
Ive had dozens of grape drinks and didnt get any grape out of it...but we all have diffeent tastes buds and it sounds like there is something in there you definitely don't like. Ive definitely noticed comments saying it was slightly different but those who say it was dramatically different really seemed to love the original. I think it may be because of how much they love it. I love love love, the Coconut Berry Red Bull. I was excited when the sugar free came out thinking I could replace the sugar one, but it didnt taste nearly as good and I probably wouldnt ever buy it again. Other people told me the couldnt taste much of a difference, so Im guessing this may be a similar situation. I didnt think the Rockstars tasted all that different but those who love it, they know!
Yup!!! Straight grape 🍇 liquid ass!! Take grapes dip in feces and then can!! You should be proud PepsiCo 👍
Old formula is better sugar free that is. I called the company and they told me that they have improved the ingredients to help with shelf life. The new stuff has an after taste like beer.
Dude I stocked up I basically bought up everyone I could I only have like 20 left after having hundreds… I guess maybe it’s a good thing they changed it cause maybe I drink to many… I can’t even drink the new one and I hate all other energy drinks and I’ve been trying loads of them to find a new brand
There are definitely lots of options, I know Ive reviewed a ton and theres a ton more to review, so good luck finding a new fave! 👍
@@CaffeineMan1 dude I’ve tried like sooooo so many like I hate them all like I haven’t found one that I even remotely like… I take one or 2 drinks and dump them I mean I guess I’m gonna have to just drink the new one it’s sorta similar or just go back to drinking coke all day instead of Rocks cause I can’t quit caffeine I tried once I had a headache for days..
Do pomegranate red bull it’s amazing that and coconut are my favorite
Not sure if it's actually a new flavor but the Kiwi Strawberry Xdurance is tremendous, and my local Albertson's has Rockstar on sale 10 for $10 right now.
Its not new but your right it's good. Tastes exactly like bang rainbow unicorn but for half the price
I never had the original Rockstar before. I prefer their XDurance line, Pure Zero line, and maybe their Punched line even though it has lots of sugar in it. I’d imagine the taste would kinda remind me of something from Monster. At first, I predicted that Rockstar had some sort of yellow pineapple flavor or orange.
The New Formula is BY FAR as horrendous as everyone else just makes it out to be. It tastes like 50% of the original formula and the other 50% has this super sweet grape / tylenol flavor that makes it sickening and leaves a nauseating bad aftertaste for HOURS... Not kidding... There is also much less carbonation and the drink is nowhere near as refreshing. Looking to get the remaining of the old style while I can. This was a bad move on changing the formula to taste similar like Monster or other competitors with those super sweet / sickening tastes that linger. Rock Star was one of the last few energy drinks which tasted amazing. Before that, I used to buy and sell an Energy Drink called "MONAVIE EMV" which was the only other really good one ever. Discontinued several years ago.
Well, the energy drink market is continuing to grow and expand, and sales are increasing each year, while soda sales have been dropping. Tons of new energy drink companies hitting the market, with tons of options. Im certain you will be able to find something you like! If you havent browsed my channel before, definitely take a look. I can barely keep up with all the new drinks and companies coming out!!! Reign has been killing it with their flavors, GFuel has some unique ones and so so many more. Good luck! If you have a specific flavor you like, I may be able to recommend some.
@@CaffeineMan1 Yeah, that's true. Everything is dictated by how the market looks at things, specifically in this for the Energy Drink Market which relies on certain trends. Yeah I definitely like that I stumbled onto your channel so I will definitely check out your other reviews. I'm mostly into Acai / Berry Flavored or ones which have like a Pineapple Flavor somewhat, most similar to the Rock Star Drinks, without the nasty sweetness or aftertaste, and I like a highly carbonated, crisp type. If you have any suggestions, I am definitely open to hearing them, Thanks!!!
I would really like if you could do video like this for old vs new Monster Assault! If you unfortunately cant find old can of Assault i would like if you coud do revew for new Assault.
The best rock star is the og Rockstar hands down ps how you doing caffeine man.
Nahhh cotton candy da best
@@OKayD3N no MGS the best fr. It delights your sweet tooth just right and never too much.
nah man the fruit punch
Fruit punch for me, but I haven't had MGS or original so idk
@crash bandicoot Doing good Crash, thanks!!!
I been a big rockstar fan for many years, always grabbed one can often. After trying the new one, I never felt so disappointed.. even for a drink. The new recipe is not good at all. RIP rockstar
At least let the actual og rockstar recipe be a different kind of can like " classic rockstar "
Oh wow, thats actually a pretty good idea too! Rather than making the original rockstar fans mad, they can bring on new customers with the new formula and keep the old customers happy with the old one. You should email pepsi.
Picked up a TMGS a couple days ago bc I figured “if CaffeineMan likes it, it must be good!” Very solid flavor...tastes like a fruit rollup
Glad you agreed with my opinion!!!
I thought the same, the new one is slightly better though I’m not a fan of original to begin with for same reason, the sugar count
Yea, I wouldnt buy them again but if forced to choose one, I like the newer one.
I like the new Rockstar it tasted really good
Glad you liked it!
63 grams?! Ours only have 24 grams!
I'm sad about all the flavours. Just tried the old + new Blueberry Pom Acai, and it's different. The new one is less distinct and fruit punchy
Can you do a new review for rockstar throwback edition OG?
I just bought a "original" Rockstar and it smells like you just inhaled a massive load of hairspray, it's actually disturbing.