C4 Black Cherry

C4 Black Cherry

SHARK SCORE · ELITE · SHARK SCORE · ELITE · 92

Elite · Stock the fridge.

Ranked #4 of 267 drinks · #1 of 8 C4

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200 mgCaffeine
16 ozCan size
12.5mg per oz · Strong

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The Sharks’ verdict

Average of 2 Shark reviews. Each category is scored 0–10; Overall is its own call, not an average.

Look7.8/10
Taste9.4/10
Kick7.9/10
Overall9.2/10
JaredReviewed Nov 17, 2021
9.4/10
“Cherries jubilee ice cream flavor that makes for an instant classic.”
Look8
Taste9.6
Kick9
Overall9.4

Jared’s full review

Introduction

Another week another C4 variety pack that the roommates ordered to split. It’s hard to go with anything else at this point considering how consistently amazing all of the C4 flavors are. I’ve had C4’s midnight cherry, so let’s see if this is the same or a switch up.

Appearance

Can is top tier IMO.

Taste

Wow. C4 has the best first sips, I swear. I legitimately took a 10 minute break from drinking it after the first couple sips to see if the allure would wear off – but nope! Still great.

I’m a sucker for the true, black cherry flavor and C4 nailed it with this one. Midnight cherry was more of the traditional cherry flavor. It most reminds me of Cherries Jubilee or Black Cherry ice cream. In the best way. It also has the perfect, medium to high level of carbonation.

Kick

200 mg of caffeine and the patented energy+focus energy blend from C4. It got me wired pretty much immediately.

Conclusion

This is an instant classic for me, going straight to the top of my rankings.

CamReviewed Jul 18, 2022
9/10
“Smooth, strong black cherry flavor with the perfect amount of sweetness for everybody.”
Look7.5
Taste9.1
Kick6.8
Overall9
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Introduction

C4 Black Cherry is one of the few beverages based on a preworkout that is legitimately refreshing. The smooth texture and modest black cherry taste combine to create a drink that is just sweet enough without being overbearing. This flavor, while mildly artificial tasting, is one of the best C4s out there.

Upside

It is sweet enough for people like me who love overly sweet drinks, but mild enough for anyone to enjoy. The black cherry itself is extremely prominent, again, without being overbearing. The caffeine content is also perfect with 200mg per can (12.5mg/floz), so it will wake you up without making you feel jittery. The mouthfeel is perfect, and each sip pleases more than the last.

Downside

C4 Black Cherry does certainly have an artificial aftertaste. While most energy drink connoisseurs may enjoy such a taste, it may be a bit much for newbies to have in bulk. It also does not have that wow factor that brings it up higher than a 9.0, but it is still one of my highest rated drinks to date.

Upshot

C4 Black Cherry is simply an excellent beverage. I do not know of anyone who would not enjoy its flavor. If you are recommending a drink to your buddy, this seems like a really safe bet to get them into energy drinks. I may not be as high as the other sharks on this one, but it remains elite as one of my top rated beverages.

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C4 Black Cherry: quick answers

How much caffeine is in C4 Black Cherry?

C4 Black Cherry has 200 mg of caffeine in a 16 fl oz can (12.5 mg per fluid ounce). That's about as much as 2 cups of brewed coffee (8 oz each, about 95 mg per cup), 50% of the 400 mg a day the FDA cites for healthy adults. It ranks #70 for caffeine among the 267 drinks we've rated.

Is C4 Black Cherry sugar-free?

Yes. C4 Black Cherry is a zero-sugar drink. Formulas change, so check the can's nutrition panel if sugar matters to you.

Is C4 Black Cherry good?

The Sharks give C4 Black Cherry a Shark Score of 92 (Elite: “Stock the fridge.”), ranking it #4 of 267. The short version: “Smooth, strong black cherry flavor with the perfect amount of sweetness for everybody.”

What is the best C4 Energy flavor?

By our scores, yes: C4 Black Cherry is the top-rated of the 8 C4 Energy drinks we've tried. The lowest-rated is C4 Purple Frost (73). See every C4 Energy flavor ranked.

Is C4 Black Cherry a good cherry energy drink?

It ranks #1 of the 14 cherry energy drinks we've rated. See the best cherry energy drinks.

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