Red Bull ZERO

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Common questions

Is Red Bull ZERO healthy?

Red Bull ZERO scores 71/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Red Bull ZERO is a processed energy drink with a relatively clean formulation compared to others in its category.

How processed is Red Bull ZERO?

Red Bull ZERO is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Red Bull ZERO's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Taurine, B-group Vitamins, Monk Fruit Extract count in its favor; Sucralose is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Red Bull ZERO

Red Bull
71 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Red Bull GmbH
Category Energy Drinks
Summary

Red Bull ZERO is a processed energy drink with a relatively clean formulation compared to others in its category. It contains beneficial ingredients like caffeine and taurine, which can enhance alertness and performance. However, the presence of sucralose, an artificial sweetener, introduces some concerns regarding potential health effects, although it is balanced by the use of monk fruit extract and erythritol, which are considered safer sweeteners.

Key ingredients 7

Taurine
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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B-group Vitamins
Good

Essential nutrients that help support energy metabolism and normal nervous system function.

Monk Fruit Extract
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Caffeine
Neutral

A natural stimulant that can improve alertness and mental focus when consumed in moderation.

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Erythritol
Neutral

A sugar alcohol used as a zero-calorie sweetener that is generally well tolerated by most individuals.

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Water
Neutral

Essential for hydration and overall bodily functions.

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Sucralose
Bad

An artificial sweetener that provides zero calories but is strongly penalized in ingredient quality guidelines.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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