Alani Nu vs. Celsius

Alani Nu wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 85 to 74 across the 6 and 24 drinks we've rated. Small sample alert: we've rated only 6 Alani Nu drinks so far. The best Alani Nu we've had is Alani Nu Mimosa (93); the best Celsius is CELSIUS Sparkling Strawberry Guava (89).

By the Sharks · Updated October 2026 · How we score

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Alani Nu vs. Celsius by the numbers

Alani Nu and Celsius compared across every drink we've rated
MeasureAlani NuCelsius
Average Shark Score 85Edge74
Drinks rated 624
Scored 80 or higher 4 (67%)Edge11 (46%)
Best drink Alani Nu Mimosa (93)EdgeCELSIUS Sparkling Strawberry Guava (89)
Average taste0–10 8.6Edge7.2
Average kick0–10 7.58.1Edge
Average look0–10 8.4Edge7.2
Caffeine per canmedian (range) 200 mg (200–200)200 mg (100–300)
Caffeine per fl ozmedian 16.7 mg16.7 mg
Zero-sugar drinks 6 of 624 of 24

Brand numbers cover only the drinks we've rated, so they can shift as we review more. “Edge” marks the better number where higher is better; caffeine is a preference, not a score.

Best vs. best

The top-rated Alani Nu against the top-rated Celsius.

Top-rated Alani Nu vs. top-rated Celsius
Measure Alani Nu MimosaCELSIUS Sparkling Strawberry Guava
Shark Score 93Edge 89
Look 8.3/10Edge 7/10
Taste 9.3/10Edge 8.8/10
Kick 8.1/10 9/10Edge
Caffeine 200 mg 200 mg
Can size 12 fl oz 12 fl oz
Caffeine per fl oz 16.7 mg 16.7 mg
Zero sugarYesYes
BuyPrice for Alani Nu Mimosa Price for CELSIUS Sparkling Strawberry Guava

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Alani Nu vs. Celsius questions

Is Alani Nu better than Celsius?

Alani Nu wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 85 to 74 across the 6 and 24 drinks we've rated. Small sample alert: we've rated only 6 Alani Nu drinks so far. The best Alani Nu we've had is Alani Nu Mimosa (93); the best Celsius is CELSIUS Sparkling Strawberry Guava (89).

Which has more caffeine, Alani Nu or Celsius?

A typical Alani Nu and a typical Celsius both have 200 mg of caffeine per can. The strongest Alani Nu we've rated is Alani Nu Mimosa (200 mg in 12 fl oz); the strongest Celsius is CELSIUS ESSENTIALS Sparkling Cherry Limeade (300 mg in 20 fl oz). Can sizes differ, so compare caffeine per fluid ounce too: 16.7 mg vs. 16.7 mg (median).

What's the best Alani Nu flavor? And the best Celsius?

By Shark Score, the best Alani Nu is Alani Nu Mimosa (93) and the best Celsius is CELSIUS Sparkling Strawberry Guava (89). See every Alani Nu drink ranked and every Celsius drink ranked.

Which has more sugar-free options, Alani Nu or Celsius?

Of the drinks we've rated, 6 of 6 Alani Nu drinks and 24 of 24 Celsius drinks are zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.