ODYSSEY ELIXIR Sparkling Mushroom Drink with Lions Mane and Cordyceps Adaptogenic Mushrooms, L Theanine and Green Tea Caffeine for Energy and Focus, 12 Fl oz, Variety Pack, 12 Cans

I've had many energy drinks, many different teas and extracts for energy over the years. I have to say this concoction is stellar. It's almost what I would mix myself if I had bought all the extracts. Moderate green tea caffeine. High lions mane. High Cordyceps. Mid-High ginseng. Some L-Theanine is always nice in the mix. Not overloaded with B vitamins or anything that can cause weird effects. This is not so much an energy drink as it is a health drink. These things would be good to supplement on their own if you were trying to various health issues. It's basically a mix with a lower ratio of caffeine and relies on the other ingredients to potentiate the effect of caffeine. This great if you are trying to consume less caffeine. Yet this easily feels stronger than a red bull for me, but it does feel better because lions mane and ginseng are generally more enjoyable to me. The flavour will be weird to anyone expecting an energy drink flavour. No beating around the bush on that. It may be very weird and somewhat off-putting. As the flavour is actually a tad spicy because the mushroom extracts do have a subtle spicy flavour to them naturally. Then they use natural fruit juices. So it's like subtly spicy fruit juice. Personally I love spicy thai food and fruit flavors so I am very fond of the flavor. It is unique. I wish I could buy it without any caffeine or mushroom in it just for a typical soda. Then it has extra sweetener added with erythritol and monkfruit so you can get comparable sweet with less erythritol. I find this too is appropriately minimal and not over powering, and is appropriately blended with all the flavors that there is no odd flavour from the monkfruit. Some people complained the flavor was weird because of too much of these sweeteners, and I don't believe that's true. The sweetener are appropriately balanced with the other flavors. The weird flavour is entirely from the mushroom extracts, but depending, you might really like that, I do.

Love that they aren't super sugary like other natural energy drinks. I can feel healthy while still getting some caffeine in!

First these are not high caffeine drinks... the energy comes from mushrooms... And no not the psychedelic ones. The energy is clean and you feel motivated to do things, it isn't edgy and I don't get jitters after drinking it. There is also a noticeable mood lift and a sense of happiness comes over you... Not overly euphoric like a drug... just you all of a sudden realize that you feel like smiling more. The effects last about 5 to 6 hours and fade gently so it is not a sudden drop off or crash... but you just gradually notice that the effect is not as strong. But the mood elevation lasts longer, in my opinion. Again, this isn't magic mushrooms and not Monster or Redbull. But if you like a cleaner energy and maybe a mood pickup... then they are worth a try. Only reason I am giving them 4 out of 5 stars is price... They are expensive, so I only take these ever once in a while.

This is the only energy drink I put in my body and it always gets me focused for the day! Affordable price. It’s a little bitter but you can taste the flavor subtly. It’s the perfect size to get your mind and body ready for the day! 10/10

I was really excited to try the Odyssey Elixir variety pack due to its unique blend of adaptogenic mushrooms and natural-sounding ingredients. Unfortunately, the taste was a major letdown. Each flavor seemed overwhelmingly artificial, almost chemical-like, and lacked the refreshing, fruity profile I was expecting. Despite its appealing branding and promises of cognition and energy support, the unpleasant taste made it difficult to finish even one can. If you're sensitive to artificial flavors or expect a natural fruit taste, this might not be the product for you. While I appreciate the concept behind the drink, the execution left much to be desired.