Alani Nu vs. Monster
Alani Nu wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 83 to 75 across the 9 and 35 drinks we've rated. The best Alani Nu we've had is Alani Nu Mimosa (93); the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). Alani Nu hits harder: a typical can has 200 mg of caffeine to 160 mg.
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Alani Nu vs. Monster by the numbers
| Measure | Alani Nu | Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Average Shark Score | 83Edge | 75 |
| Drinks rated | 9 | 35 |
| Scored 80 or higher | 6 (67%)Edge | 12 (34%) |
| Best drink | Alani Nu Mimosa (93)Edge | Monster Ultra Gold (91) |
| Average taste0–10 | 8.3Edge | 7.6 |
| Average kick0–10 | 7.9Edge | 5.9 |
| Average look0–10 | 8.8Edge | 7.5 |
| Caffeine per canmedian (range) | 200 mg (200–200) | 160 mg (137–200) |
| Caffeine per fl ozmedian | 16.7 mg | 9.6 mg |
| Zero-sugar drinks | 9 of 9 | 11 of 35 |
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 Monster.
| Measure |  Alani Nu Mimosa |  Monster Ultra Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Score | 93Edge | 91 |
| Look | 8.3/10 | 9.6/10Edge |
| Taste | 9.3/10Edge | 9.2/10 |
| Kick | 8.1/10Edge | 6.5/10 |
| Caffeine | 200 mg | 150 mg |
| Can size | 12 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 16.7 mg | 9.4 mg |
| Zero sugar | Yes | Yes |
| Buy | No longer sold | In stores |
Top 5 of each
Alani Nu
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Alani Nu MimosaAlani Nu · 200 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 93
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Alani Nu Juicy PeachAlani Nu · 200 mg
Shark Score 91
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Alani Nu BreezeberryAlani Nu · 200 mg
Shark Score 90
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Alani Nu Cherry TwistAlani Nu · 200 mg
Shark Score 89
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Alani Nu Witch's BrewAlani Nu · 200 mg
Shark Score 86
Monster Energy
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Monster Ultra GoldMonster · 150 mg
Shark Score 91
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Monster Zero UltraMonster · 140 mg
Shark Score 90
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Java Monster Cold Brew Sweet BlackMonster · 200 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 88
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Monster Rehab Tea RaspberryMonster · 160 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 88
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Monster Hydro Blue StreakMonster · 200 mgHard to find
Shark Score 87
Alani Nu vs. Monster questions
Is Alani Nu better than Monster?
Alani Nu wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 83 to 75 across the 9 and 35 drinks we've rated. The best Alani Nu we've had is Alani Nu Mimosa (93); the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). Alani Nu hits harder: a typical can has 200 mg of caffeine to 160 mg.
Which has more caffeine, Alani Nu or Monster?
Alani Nu does, on average: a median of 200 mg per can to 160 mg for Monster. The strongest Alani Nu we've rated is Alani Nu Mimosa (200 mg in 12 fl oz); the strongest Monster is Java Monster Cold Brew Sweet Black (200 mg in 16 fl oz). Can sizes differ, so compare caffeine per fluid ounce too: 16.7 mg vs. 9.6 mg (median).
What's the best Alani Nu flavor? And the best Monster?
By Shark Score, the best Alani Nu is Alani Nu Mimosa (93) and the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). See every Alani Nu drink ranked and every Monster drink ranked.
Which has more sugar-free options, Alani Nu or Monster?
Of the drinks we've rated, 9 of 9 Alani Nu drinks and 11 of 35 Monster drinks are zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.