Is Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 74/100 (grade B). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. Natural & Artificial Flavors, Panax Ginseng Flavor, Caffeine and Benzoic Acid (Preservative) are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink?

In label order (largest amount first): CARBONATED WATER, CITRIC ACID, ERYTHRITOL, TAURINE, SODIUM CITRATE, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, PANAX GINSENG FLAVOR, L-CARNITINE L-TARTRATE, CAFFEINE, SUCRALOSE, SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), BENZOIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), and 6 more.

Does Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Natural & Artificial Flavors (worth noting): The safety of artificial flavors depends on the specific compounds used, which are not disclosed. Panax Ginseng Flavor (worth noting): Ginseng may interact with certain medications or be unsuitable for some populations, such as pregnant individuals. Caffeine (worth noting): Excessive caffeine intake can cause adverse effects, particularly in sensitive populations like children and pregnant individuals. Benzoic Acid (Preservative) (worth noting): High levels may cause adverse effects; regulated limits are in place.

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Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink

Name: Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink
Brand: Monster Energy
SKU: 0070847037965

Monster Energy

Listed as: ZERO ULTRA ENERGY DRINK

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting3/5 ★

Ingredient rating 3/5 — nothing restricted, but more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

4 worth noting. 2 shown below — install the TrustPick app to see all 4 with full details.

Natural & Artificial FlavorsWorth noting
Status unclear
The safety of artificial flavors depends on the specific compounds used, which are not disclosed.
Worth knowing: Some consumers prefer to avoid artificial flavors due to lack of transparency.
Evidence debated
Panax Ginseng FlavorWorth noting
Status unclear
Ginseng may interact with certain medications or be unsuitable for some populations, such as pregnant individuals.
Worth knowing: Often included for its perceived energy-boosting properties.
For some groups

2 more flagged ingredients in this product

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TrustPick Health Score

74/100 · B

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

Product facts

Manufacturer: Monster Energy Company
Serving size: 473 ml (1 can)
Last updated: 12 Oct 2026

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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1CARBONATED WATER
2CITRIC ACID
3ERYTHRITOL
4TAURINE
5SODIUM CITRATE
6NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS
7PANAX GINSENG FLAVOR
8L-CARNITINE L-TARTRATE
9CAFFEINE
10SUCRALOSE
11SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE)
12BENZOIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE)
13NIACINAMIDE (VIT. B3)
14D-CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE (VIT. B5)
15ACESULFAME POTASSIUM
16INOSITOL
17PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VIT. B6)
18CYANOCOBALAMIN (VIT. B12)

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 ml	Per serving (473 ml)
Energy	2 kcal	9.5 kcal
Fat	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	1.3 g	6 g
of which sugars	0 g	0 g
of which added sugars	0 g	0 g
Protein	0 g	0 g
Sodium	78 mg	368.9 mg

Questions about Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink

Is Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 74/100 (grade B). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. Natural & Artificial Flavors, Panax Ginseng Flavor, Caffeine and Benzoic Acid (Preservative) are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink?: In label order (largest amount first): CARBONATED WATER, CITRIC ACID, ERYTHRITOL, TAURINE, SODIUM CITRATE, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, PANAX GINSENG FLAVOR, L-CARNITINE L-TARTRATE, CAFFEINE, SUCRALOSE, SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), BENZOIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), and 6 more.
Does Monster Energy Zero Ultra Energy Drink contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Natural & Artificial Flavors (worth noting): The safety of artificial flavors depends on the specific compounds used, which are not disclosed. Panax Ginseng Flavor (worth noting): Ginseng may interact with certain medications or be unsuitable for some populations, such as pregnant individuals. Caffeine (worth noting): Excessive caffeine intake can cause adverse effects, particularly in sensitive populations like children and pregnant individuals. Benzoic Acid (Preservative) (worth noting): High levels may cause adverse effects; regulated limits are in place.

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