It is cold—freezing cold!
Yet the real peak of winter is still ahead of us.
Can a scarf and gloves alone really get you through this harsh winter...?
For anyone braving the chill, we are introducing the latest buzzworthy energy boost!
Today, we are reviewing ENERGY ARTS, a brand-new card-type energy drink from UHA Mikakuto Co., Ltd.!
Note: This article is based on information released in Japan. For pricing and availability in each country or region, please refer to the respective local official websites.
A Card-Type Drink!? Reviewing the Buzzworthy ENERGY ARTS!
Have you ever heard of a card-type drink?
It may sound strange at first glance, but it has been generating major buzz after ranking 5th in Nikkei Trendy's Top 30 Hit Predictions for 2027!
Its defining feature is that it packs an energy drink inside a card-shaped packet.
Concentrated into a single 12ml packet, it lets you recharge your energy one-handed in just 0.5 seconds!
UHA Mikakuto, known for popular snacks like Puccho and Ninja Meshi, developed the product jointly with Kindai University.
It is a prime example of an industry-academia collaboration...!
As you can already see, the product also features a collaboration with the hit fighting game, Street Fighter 6.
The outer box showcases Luke demonstrating how to snap the card open with his left hand.
Esports demands intense, sustained focus, and UHA Mikakuto created this product to support competitive players operating in those high-pressure environments.
This is a diagram unlike anything we have ever seen before...
As mentioned earlier, you can consume this product one-handed in 0.5 seconds!
Simply hold the back of the card-shaped packet up to your mouth and fold it in half to squeeze out the liquid inside for a completely new experience...!
As listed on the packaging, each 12ml packet packs 1,000 mg each of arginine and citrulline!
This solves the age-old dilemma: "I want to drink an energy drink to stay focused, but I don't want to deal with frequent bathroom trips..."
You can take it with peace of mind right before exams, long drives, or tournaments.
Checking the Nutrition Facts!
Let's take a look at the nutrition facts!
The nutritional breakdown per 12ml packet is as follows:
- Energy: 22 kcal
- Protein: 2.6 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4.0 g
- Salt Equivalent: 0 g
- Arginine: 1,000 mg
- Citrulline: 1,000 mg
Alongside the generous doses of arginine and citrulline, another standout point is that the formula is caffeine-free.
It is also lower in calories than standard energy drinks, which is a welcome bonus.
What's Inside the Box...?
Now, let's open the box!
It is finally time to see these card-type drinks in person...
Here come the fighters of Street Fighter 6!
Individual ENERGY ARTS packets feature illustrations of all 23 characters plus a full-roster group design.
Each box contains 10 packets, so you can collect them just like trading cards!
With a long shelf life of 18 months, you can also stock up and store them for a good while!
Time for a Taste Test!
Now let's check out the liquid inside!
First, we decided to squeeze one into a glass to inspect the liquid...
Snapping the card down the middle releases a clear liquid.
It has a slightly thicker consistency than a typical beverage.
The aroma is also remarkably rich and concentrated.
This looks like it will deliver a serious energy boost...!
Of course, drinking it from a glass wouldn't be a proper review of ENERGY ARTS!
After handing the glass off to a coworker to try, I took a shot straight from a fresh card.
Holding the back of the card to my mouth and squeezing the contents out...
...What hit my mouth was an intense punch.
The flavor tastes like an energy drink concentrated several times over, jolting the brain wide awake.
Because the volume is a tiny 12ml, however, that intensity hits the sweet spot.
In just 0.5 seconds, it feels like injecting pure, undiluted energy straight into your body...!
Plus, because it comes in a sealed card packet that you squeeze directly into your mouth, even those who dislike the strong lingering scent of traditional energy drinks can enjoy it easily.
It delivers a brand-new energy drink experience that is bold yet easy to take!
Why not add the cutting-edge energy boost of the all-new energy drink, ENERGY ARTS, to your daily routine?!
You can purchase ENERGY ARTS from the official UHA Mikakuto online store and Amazon.co.jp.
For more details on the product, check out the official UHA Mikakuto website!
Because "it isn't cold" & "it won't make you need the bathroom," it is actually a great fit for the winter season too!
That wraps up our review of ENERGY ARTS!
Note: This article is based on information released in Japan. For pricing and availability in each country or region, please refer to the respective local official websites.
