V (drink) facts for kids
A 500ml can of "V" energy drink
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| Type | Energy drink |
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| Manufacturer | Frucor Suntory |
| Country of origin | New Zealand |
| Introduced | 1997 |
V is a popular energy drink brand. It's made by Frucor Suntory, a company from New Zealand. V first came out in Methven, New Zealand in 1997. It then launched in Australia in 1999.
V is very popular in both New Zealand and Australia. It's the top energy drink in these countries. V is a main competitor to other big energy drink brands like Red Bull. The company, Frucor, says V drinks are not for kids. They also warn that pregnant women or people sensitive to caffeine should not drink them.
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Different Flavors of V Energy Drink
V Energy, often called "Green V," was the first flavor. It came out in 1997.
Blue V and Sugar-Free Options
"Blue V" was launched in 2011. This flavor is a mix of pineapple and passion fruit. The company even challenges people to guess its taste! You can also find "V Sugar Free Blue" and "V Zero Sugar Blue" if you prefer less sugar.
V Black and V Pure
V Black was a coffee-flavored drink. It was stopped in 2013. But it came back for a short time in New Zealand in 2018.
V Pure is a different kind of V. It was released in 2016. It's made from six natural ingredients. These include apple juice, sparkling water, and lemon juice. It also has Guarana seed extract and caffeine from green coffee beans.
Other Fun V Flavors
In 2018, V added a new sugar-free flavor. It had a tropical, summery taste. This new flavor replaced an older one called V Zero.
"V Tortured Orchard Raspberry Lemonade" came out in 2018. It was so popular that it became a regular flavor in 2020. It's now just called "V Raspberry Lemonade."
The "V Energy Refresh" line started in 2022. These drinks are all zero sugar. They come in three flavors: Citrus Lemonade, Pineapple & Watermelon, and Green Apple Lemonade.
"V Tropical Tang" was released in May 2023. It tastes like guava, pineapple, and berries. This new flavor is only available in large 500ml cans.
V Energy Shots
V also makes small "energy shots." They call these "Pocket Rockets." These tiny bottles are said to give you the same energy as a big can. They have a very strong, bitter taste. This taste is meant to stop young children from wanting to drink them.
V Iced Drinks
In 2018, V started selling iced drinks. They released two kinds of iced coffee. They also launched two kinds of iced chocolate drinks. These were available in New Zealand and Australia.
Cool Ads and Promotions
V has done many interesting advertisements and promotions.
TV Show Sponsorships
In 2003, V sponsored a TV show in the UK. It was called I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! V also sponsored Back of the Y Masterpiece Television in the mid-2000s.
V-Flavored Donut
In April 2018, V teamed up with Donut King. Donut King is a donut shop chain in Australia. They created a special V-flavored donut. This donut had a gooey Guarana filling. It was also covered in bright green sugar crystals. You could buy this unique donut in Donut King stores all over Australia.
