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Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured
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How we got 3.9 ShowHide
Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This beverage is primarily a stimulant drink, with caffeine as a key active ingredient. While it offers a quick energy boost, the high caffeine content means it is not suitable for children, pregnant women, or individuals sensitive to stimulants. The use of 'Natural and nature identical flavouring substances' indicates a blend of undisclosed flavour compounds, which may be a concern for those with specific flavour sensitivities. The product is highly processed, typical of instant beverage mixes.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Orange Pekoe Extract
- Green Tea Extract
- Coffee Bean Powder
High caffeine content; contains undisclosed flavouring substances
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This energy drink contains a significant amount of caffeine, making it unsuitable for children, pregnant women, and individuals sensitive to stimulants. The flavouring substances are not fully disclosed, which may be a concern for those with specific sensitivities. It is a highly processed product, typical of instant beverage mixes.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 0 g and total sugar is 71 g per 100 g.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for beverage. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Other audiences
LimitContains caffeine, a stimulant. Caffeine intake should be limited or avoided in children and adolescents due to potential effects on sleep, anxiety, and heart rate. The recommended limit for children is 3 mg per kg of body weight.
Contains caffeine. The recommended limit for caffeine intake during pregnancy is 200 mg/day. High caffeine intake can be associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA) and high total sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
High caffeine / added-stimulant load for an energy-type drink
Rule F-CAP-11
What's good
Contains natural extracts from tea and coffee beans
Citric Acid (INS 330) is a well-understood acidity regulator
Watch out for
High caffeine content from multiple sources
Undisclosed 'Natural and nature identical flavouring substances'
Maltodextrin is a highly processed carbohydrate
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Caffeine
The EU food safety authority found that up to 400 mg of caffeine a day (about 3 mg per kg of body weight a day in children and adolescents) does not raise safety concerns, and that pregnant and breastfeeding women should stay at or below 200 mg a day. Caffeine added to a drink or supplement counts toward that total alongside coffee and tea. Energy drinks and fat-burner stacks are judged by their own caps; this record explains the substance.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA Scientific Opinion on the safety of caffeine, EFSA Journal 2015;13(5):4102
Caffeine: regulation, sources and other products →Flavouring Substances
Indian rules classify added flavours as natural, nature-identical (chemically synthesised copies of natural compounds) or artificial, and require the class to be declared. The label names the class, not the compounds, so a reader cannot see which substances make up the blend, or whether it carries something they avoid. This is information about transparency, not a finding of harm.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSS (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations 2011, flavours; FSS (Labelling and Display) Regulations 2020
Flavouring Substances: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
This product contains Caffeine Powder, which is a stimulant. The total caffeine content from all sources (Caffeine Powder, Tea Powder, Orange Pekoe Extract, Green Tea Extract, Coffee Bean Powder) may be high. Excessive caffeine intake can lead to jitters, anxiety, increased heart rate, and sleep disturbances.
The 'Natural and nature identical flavouring substances' are a blend of undisclosed flavour compounds. While generally recognized as safe, individuals with specific sensitivities or allergies to flavour components may wish to exercise caution.
Combined Effects interactions
These ingredients all contain caffeine, contributing to the overall stimulant load of the product. The combined effect can be higher than from a single source.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The designation 'PROPRIETARY FOOD PRODUCT' is a regulatory classification that cannot be confirmed or denied from the ingredient list.
The product is explicitly named 'Afresh Energy Drink Mix' on the label.
The label clearly states 'lemon flavoured' as part of the product description.
Caffeine Powder and Coffee Bean Powder are listed in the ingredients, confirming the presence of caffeine.
Green Tea Extract is explicitly listed in the ingredients.
The label declares 0 g added sugar; the 71 g of sugar shown is naturally occurring from pulses. The "no added sugar" claim is supported by the label.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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MaltodextrinBulking Agent (Maltodextrin)
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Tea PowderTea Powder (Orange Pekoe Extract and Green Tea Extract)
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Orange Pekoe Extract within Tea Powder
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Green Tea Extract within Tea Powder
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Natural and Nature identical flavouring substances
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Caffeine PowderCaffeine Powder [Sourced from Coffee Bean Powder]
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Coffee Bean Powder within Caffeine Powder
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Citric AcidAcidity Regulator (Citric Acid - INS 330)
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
The label declares each of these as a blend and then lists what is in it. The components appear in the groups above on their own merits, so the blend itself is shown here rather than counted a second time.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
Declared on this label as
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 352 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 83 g |
| Total Sugars | 71 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 100 mg |
| Caffeine | 4,000 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
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What are the ingredients in Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured?
The label of Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured lists 8 ingredients, in label order: Maltodextrin, Tea Powder, Orange Pekoe Extract, Green Tea Extract, Natural and nature identical flavouring substances, Caffeine Powder, Coffee Bean Powder, Citric Acid. Flagged by the analysis: Caffeine Powder, Natural and nature identical flavouring substances.
Is Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured safe to eat?
Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This energy drink contains a significant amount of caffeine, making it unsuitable for children, pregnant women, and individuals sensitive to stimulants. The flavouring substances are not fully disclosed, which may be a concern for those with specific sensitivities. It is a highly processed product, typical of instant beverage mixes.
Why does Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured score 3.9/10?
Flagged in the score: Undisclosed 'Natural and nature identical flavouring substances'. Also noted: High caffeine content from multiple sources. Maltodextrin is a highly processed carbohydrate.
Who should avoid Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Children; Pregnant or breastfeeding women; Individuals sensitive to caffeine; Avoiding undisclosed flavouring substances.
Is Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured high in sugar?
Yes — 71 g of total sugar per 100 g, above the 22.5 g per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Does Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured contain caffeine?
Yes — the ingredient list names Green Tea Extract, Caffeine Powder and Coffee Bean Powder, a source of caffeine. Check the pack for the amount per serving, especially when buying for children or during pregnancy.
Are the claims on the Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "PROPRIETARY FOOD PRODUCT" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured vegetarian?
Afresh Energy Drink Mix lemon flavoured is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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