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Proper Wild Energy Shot

Proper Wild Energy Shot
Caffeine
180 mg
per 2.5 fl oz
VERY HIGH
This drink contains very high levels of caffeine.
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Calories
25
kCal
Sugar
5
grams

Proper Wild Energy shot is a 2.5 fluid ounce energy supplement distributed by Proper Wild Inc.

Unlike most other energy shots, Proper Wild combines a hefty dose of organic caffeine with 180 mg of L-theanine which is the amount expected in about 8 cups of black tea. Proper Wild doesn’t contain taurine or B vitamins.

Proper Wild Flavors

  • Peach Mango
  • Ginger
  • Blackberry

All flavors of Proper Wild Energy Shot contain the same amount of caffeine (180 mg organic caffeine from Green Tea).

The company recently sent us samples for review.

Proper Wild Energy Shot Review

Over my years at Caffeine Informer, I’ve reviewed a lot of energy shots but over the last few years, very few. This market segment has fewer brands than it used to so I was excited to try Proper Wild to see if it had anything new to offer and differentiate itself from what’s already out there.

Taste

The first point of separation came after the first sip. Most energy shots hit the consumer with an intensely sweet and bold flavor that seeks to cover up the taste of the energy supplements. Proper Wild is different. It is mildly sweet and the flavors are subtle. The bitterness of the caffeine does come through a tad but I’d prefer that any day compared to the overly sweet and artificial flavor most shots deliver.

Peach Mango has a light tropical flavor, while Ginger is a nice blend of ginger and lemon. My favorite is Blackberry which offers a nice blackberry flavor that doesn’t taste artificial.

Ingredients

A Proper Wild Energy Shot sets itself apart here too. No artificial sweeteners, no artificial flavors or colors, and no preservatives. Proper Wild is just purified water, organic and natural fruit juice concentrate, natural flavors, organic caffeine, and L-theanine. This is impressive and why you must refrigerate Proper Wild after opening if you don’t drink the whole bottle.

Effect

I like that Proper Wild is different in the effect department as well. It doesn’t just rely on the quick energy boost caffeine delivers but it enhances that effect with L-theanine. L-theanine is believed to elicit more of a calm alertness instead of the jittery feeling caffeine tends to deliver.

I did experience a noticeable and calm lift from Proper Wild but its claim of “all-day energy” is most likely reserved for those without tolerance to caffeine or L-theanine. Daily caffeine consumers should expect 2-6 hours of alertness while occasional caffeine consumers will likely experience 4-8 hours. Along with caffeine tolerance, individual sensitivity to caffeine will cause the effect to vary as well.

Overall, Proper Wild has done a great job setting itself apart from other energy shots and I think energy shot consumers will enjoy what Proper Wild has to offer.

Where to buy

Proper Wild Caffeine L-Theanine Energy Shots (Originals Variety, 6 Shots)
Amazon.com price $23.99 ($1.60 / Fl Oz)
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Stacker 2 B12 Energy Shot 24 Count Acai & Pomegranate 2oz Daily Value 10,000%
Amazon.com price $28.40 ($0.59 / Fl Oz )
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Magic Mind Focus Energy Drink Shots - No Jitters, Stress Relieving, Ashwagandha, Functional Mushrooms, Matcha Green Tea, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C - 2 FL Oz (5 Pack)
Amazon.com price $29.75 ($2.98 / Fl Oz)
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Ingredients in Proper Wild Energy Shot

Purified Water, Pineapple Juice Concentrate, Natural Flavors, Organic Mango Juice Concentrate, Organic Lemon Juice Concentrate, Organic Peach Juice Concentrate *plus 180 Mg Of Organic Caffeine And 180 Mg Of L-theanine.

Includes 5 grams of sugar (per 2.5 ounces) for a total of 25 calories.

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Is Proper Wild Energy Shot high in caffeine?

Proper Wild Energy Shot contains 180 mg of caffeine in a 2.5 fl oz bottle.

This equates to 72.00 mg of caffeine for every fl oz and 243.46 mg for every 100 ml.

180 mg
Proper Wild Energy Shot
160 mg
Monster energy
80 mg
Red bull
60 mg
Instant Coffee
35 mg
Coca-cola

Sources

https://properwild.com/ and products sent for review. See other references.

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