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What is a 5-hour ENERGY® shot?
5-hour ENERGY® shots are dietary supplements that can help you feel energized and alert for hours. They contain a special blend of essential B vitamins, amino acids and nutrients — all with zero sugar and four calories.
How much caffeine is in a 5-hour ENERGY® shot?
Regular Strength 5-hour ENERGY® shots contain about as much caffeine as 8 ounces of the leading premium coffee.
Extra Strength 5-hour ENERGY® shots contain about as much caffeine as 12 ounces of the leading premium coffee.
What are the best times to take a 5-hour ENERGY® shot?
The simple answer is “When you’re tired.” Depending on your lifestyle, here are additional ideas of when you may want to take a 5-hour ENERGY® shot:
When you get up: Not a morning person? Is coffee not doing it for you anymore? Try waking up and taking a 5-hour ENERGY® shot. It’s a great way to start your day off feeling alert and energized.
After lunch: Tired of that 2:30 FEELING®? You’re not alone. In fact, research shows that more than 70 percent of us hit the wall after lunch. Let a 5-hour ENERGY® shot help you leap over that wall instead of crashing into it.
Before your workout: Want to get in shape but having trouble staying motivated? Make 5-hour ENERGY® shots part of your lifestyle and get the energy boost you need to get fit.
During sports: Don’t just get in the zone; stay there longer with 5-hour ENERGY® shots’ combination of an energized feeling of clarity and alertness.
When traveling: Anyone who travels frequently knows how tiring it can be. Whether you’re on business or on vacation, a 5-hour ENERGY® shot can help you stay alert and energized wherever you may be headed.
On weekends: Weekends can be busy. So, grab a 5-hour ENERGY® shot when you’re “on the go” and get the boost you need to tackle your “to-do” list.
How do I know if 5-hour ENERGY® shots are right for me?
5-hour ENERGY® products were created for hard-working, busy adults, but everyone is different. Some people can take the maximum daily amount of 5-hour ENERGY® shots (two bottles per day spaced several hours apart), while others find they do well taking less. To learn how 5-hour ENERGY® shots work best for you, take just half a bottle to start. Wait about 10 minutes, then decide if you still need an additional boost.
What is a “niacin flush”?
Some people are sensitive to having elevated amounts of niacin (vitamin B-3) in their bodies. This can result in an increase in blood flow near the skin or “flushing.” Should you experience a niacin flush, it will generally go away in a few minutes. To help avoid a possible reaction, take half a bottle and save the rest for later.
20,833% of vitamin B-12? 2,353% of vitamin B-6? Isn’t that dangerous?
No. The levels of B-12 and B-6 in each 5-hour ENERGY® shot are within safe limits.
Are 5-hour ENERGY® shots kosher?
Yes. 5-hour ENERGY® received its kosher certification from Star-K in November 2010.
Can I order online?
Yes, the product is available to buy at a variety of online retailers. Visit the shop page.
Can I get free samples or coupons?
We do not provide free samples or coupons.
What is a 5-hour ENERGY® shot?
5-hour ENERGY® shots are dietary supplements that can help you feel energized and alert for hours. They contain a special blend of essential B vitamins, amino acids and nutrients — all with zero sugar and four calories.
How much caffeine is in a 5-hour ENERGY® shot?
Regular Strength 5-hour ENERGY® shots contain about as much caffeine as 8 ounces of the leading premium coffee.
Extra Strength 5-hour ENERGY® shots contain about as much caffeine as 12 ounces of the leading premium coffee.
What are the best times to take a 5-hour ENERGY® shot?
The simple answer is “When you’re tired.” Depending on your lifestyle, here are additional ideas of when you may want to take a 5-hour ENERGY® shot:
When you get up: Not a morning person? Is coffee not doing it for you anymore? Try waking up and taking a 5-hour ENERGY® shot. It’s a great way to start your day off feeling alert and energized.
After lunch: Tired of that 2:30 FEELING®? You’re not alone. In fact, research shows that more than 70 percent of us hit the wall after lunch. Let a 5-hour ENERGY® shot help you leap over that wall instead of crashing into it.
Before your workout: Want to get in shape but having trouble staying motivated? Make 5-hour ENERGY® shots part of your lifestyle and get the energy boost you need to get fit.
During sports: Don’t just get in the zone; stay there longer with 5-hour ENERGY® shots’ combination of an energized feeling of clarity and alertness.
When traveling: Anyone who travels frequently knows how tiring it can be. Whether you’re on business or on vacation, a 5-hour ENERGY® shot can help you stay alert and energized wherever you may be headed.
On weekends: Weekends can be busy. So, grab a 5-hour ENERGY® shot when you’re “on the go” and get the boost you need to tackle your “to-do” list.
How do I know if 5-hour ENERGY® shots are right for me?
5-hour ENERGY® products were created for hard-working, busy adults, but everyone is different. Some people can take the maximum daily amount of 5-hour ENERGY® shots (two bottles per day spaced several hours apart), while others find they do well taking less. To learn how 5-hour ENERGY® shots work best for you, take just half a bottle to start. Wait about 10 minutes, then decide if you still need an additional boost.
What is a “niacin flush”?
Some people are sensitive to having elevated amounts of niacin (vitamin B-3) in their bodies. This can result in an increase in blood flow near the skin or “flushing.” Should you experience a niacin flush, it will generally go away in a few minutes. To help avoid a possible reaction, take half a bottle and save the rest for later.
20,833% of vitamin B-12? 2,353% of vitamin B-6? Isn’t that dangerous?
No. The levels of B-12 and B-6 in each 5-hour ENERGY® shot are within safe limits.
Are 5-hour ENERGY® shots kosher?
Yes. 5-hour ENERGY® received its kosher certification from Star-K in November 2010.
Can I order online?
Yes, the product is available to buy at a variety of online retailers. Visit the shop page.
Can I get free samples or coupons?
We do not provide free samples or coupons.
What is a 5-hour ENERGY® beverage?
The 5-hour ENERGY® beverage is 16 carbonated ounces including all of the ingredients of the extra strength 5-hour ENERGY® shot for when you’re tired and thirsty.
Is there more caffeine in a 5-hour ENERGY® beverage than in the shot?
No. Extra Strength 5-hour ENERGY® shots contain about as much caffeine as 12 ounces of the leading premium coffee, the same as the 5-hour ENERGY® drink.
Can I drink the whole 16oz can of 5-hour ENERGY®?
Yes! The 16oz Extra Strength 5-hour ENERGY® beverage offers the same ingredients as the 1.93 oz Extra Strength 5-hour ENERGY® shot.
How is a 5-hour ENERGY® beverage different than a 5-hour ENERGY® shot?
5-hour ENERGY® beverages contain the ingredients of extra strength 5-hour ENERGY® shots but in a 16oz carbonated beverage to enjoy for longer.
Are 5-hour ENERGY® beverages kosher?
5-hour ENERGY® received its kosher certification from Star-K in November 2010. The 5-hour ENERGY® beverage is also Star-K Kosher certified.
What flavors of 5-hour ENERGY® beverages are available?
5-hour ENERGY® beverages are currently available in three Extra Strength flavors – Berry, Watermelon, & Grape.
Is there a regular strength 5-hour ENERGY® beverage available?
No, not at this time. Keep a look-out on the website and social media, you never know!
Where can I purchase 5-hour ENERGY® drinks?
5-hour ENERGY® beverages are only available online right now.
What size packs is it available in?
The 5-hour ENERGY® drink is available in a 3-count variety pack, that features one of each of the flavors. The 5-hour ENERGY® drink is also available in a 4-count box in either berry, grape or watermelon flavor.
How many 5-hour ENERGY® beverages can I have per day?
We recommend drinking no more than two products per day, spaced several hours apart. For maximum enjoyment consume within an hour after opening.
Can I drink a can and a shot together?
We recommend drinking no more than two 5-hour ENERGY® products in a day, spaced several hours apart.
What if I cannot finish the can after 1 hour?
That’s okay. We recommend finishing the beverage about 1 hour after opening to maintain optimum carbonation. If you wait until later it just may not be as bubbly.
If the can is shaken and becomes flat?
Yes! While the bubbles may be gone, the special energy blend from 5-hour ENERGY® drinks is still there.
What is the shelf life of the 5-hour ENERGY® beverage?
There is a best by date on the bottom of the can for two years after it was made. We recommend consuming before the best by date. (MM/YY)
The product did not give me any energy. I want a refund.
We are sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with your purchase of a 5-hour ENERGY® drink. You may submit your request for a refund via mail. The address is: Living Essentials, Attn: Compliance Administrator, 20 Ringel Avenue, Wabash, IN 46992. Please include a copy of your receipt for the can along with your name and address, and indicate that you would like a refund. If you do not have your receipt, you may send the can.
Note: Refund and replacement requests can take approximately 4-6 weeks to arrive.
Does a 5-hour ENERGY® beverage need to be refrigerated?
While the beverage is great cold, it does not have to be refrigerated.
Notice: There is an active check-cashing scam with individuals claiming to be a "promotion manager" with 5-Hour ENERGY®. These individuals offer to pay people to display 5-hour ENERGY® ads on their vehicles. We have no such program in place and the company is not associated with it in any way. Please contact your local authorities if you have been contacted by these individuals.