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European Gen Z’s Favorite Drinks Are Energy Drinks

YPulse asked young Europeans what their favourite drink brands are, and their answers show their love energy drinks…

Written and Edited by the YPulse Editorial Team
KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • Contrary to popular belief, young Europeans can’t get enough of sugary drinks—including energy drinks
  • Red Bull is one of European Gen Z’s favourite drink brands, and is especially popular among young adults
  • Monster Energy, PRIME, and Lucozade are also some of their favourites, ranking among household soda names
In recent years, sodas and sugary drinks have had to adapt their strategies to reach young consumers in Europe, as many governments have voiced concerns about the negative impact of these drinks. Back in 2018, the British government even introduced a “sugar tax,” effectively forcing drink brands to lower the levels of sugars present in their drinks—and Coca-Cola famously refused to change the recipe of its classic drink. But Gen Z’s changing tastes have also opened the beverage market up to new brands, like health sodas and mood-boosting seltzers. However, that doesn’t mean classic sodas—or sugary energy drinks—are rare for...

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