11 DISCONTINUED ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK FLAVORS YOU FORGOT ABOUT

PepsiCo

LIST OF DISCONTINUED ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINKS

  • Rockstar Alcoholic Version (US) (mid-2000s-2007)
  • Rockstar/Cola Mix (2010-2013)
  • Rockstar Revolt Series (US/Europe) (2015-2020)
  • Rockstar Baja Series (US) (2016-2017)
  • Rockstar JUICED Tropical Passionfruit (unknown-2020s)
  • Rockstar Pure Zero Grape (2015-≈2020)
  • Rockstar Original (Original Formula) (2001-2021)
  • Rockstar Hardcore Apple (2010s-≈2020s)
  • Rockstar Roasted Coffee Series (2015-≈2020s)
  • Rockstar Protein Series (2014- ≈2020s)
  • Rockstar Hemp Seed Series (2018-≈2020)

ROCKSTAR ALCOHOLIC VERSION (US)

PepsiCo

Discontinued: 2007

This was Rockstar's first line of alcoholic energy drinks. They featured near-identical packaging to regular energy drinks, creating dangerous mix-ups among young consumers. Facing mounting criticism as a potential enabler of teenage intoxication, Rockstar discontinued its boozy offerings in 2007.

ROCKSTAR/COLA MIX

PepsiCo

Discontinued: 2013

As a hybrid flavor, this Rockstar was a cola with an energy drink kick. The product disappeared from shelves by 2013. Upset fans later recreated the flavor by mixing regular Rockstar with Coca-Cola.

ROCKSTAR REVOLT SERIES (US/EUROPE)

PepsiCo

Discontinued: 2020

The Revolt series contained extra high caffeine (240mg caffeine content). It was first launched in the US and later expanded to Canada and Europe. This Rockstar series was created in response to the M-100 from its arch-rival Monster Energy. After the discontinuation of the energy drink M-100, the Revolt series continued to appear on shelves. The energy drink was later discontinued in the US and Europe, but new flavors are still being released in Canada. Some cans featured military camouflage-style designs.

ROCKSTAR BAJA SERIES (US)

PepsiCo

Discontinued: 2017

The Rockstar Baja was released in the US but discontinued within a year. But, in Europe, it continues with exclusive flavors unavailable in American markets. The series captures tropical market flavors.

ROCKSTAR JUICED TROPICAL PASSIONFRUIT

PepsiCo

Discontinued: ≈2020s

This Rockstar JUICED flavor was a tropical passion fruit from the fruit juice series, and it has been revived from time to time. Its fruitiness appealed to a lot of the market. Unfortunately, at the time of this writing, it is off the market.

ROCKSTAR PURE ZERO GRAPE

PepsiCo

Discontinued: ≈2020

Pure Zero Grape was part of Rockstar's zero-calorie line using artificial sweeteners. The grape variant was quietly phased out as the company streamlined its zero-sugar offerings. But you can still find other Pure Zero flavors for now.

ROCKSTAR ORIGINAL (ORIGINAL FORMULA)

PepsiCo

Discontinued: 2021

In 2021, Rockstar Energy altered the flavor of the "Original" version, and it can undergo a re-design as part of a new marketing campaign following PepsiCo's acquisition. The reformulation marked the end of Rockstar's original 20-year formula.

ROCKSTAR HARDCORE APPLE

PepsiCo

Discontinued: ≈2020s

Rockstar Harcore Apple was a synthetic apple flavor that was rich, sweet, and sour. Some say it had a unique, lasting aroma. It's one of the most delicious Rockstar flavors to launch. For a time, it was Rockstar’s number-one-selling flavor.

ROCKSTAR ROASTED COFFEE SERIES

PepsiCo

Discontinued: ≈2020s

This was a popular coffee series by Rockstar. This collection included a range of beverages, from sweet coffee to those made with almond milk. The line attempted to compete with coffee-energy hybrids but was eliminated during PepsiCo'sbrand consolidation.

ROCKSTAR PROTEIN SERIES

© History Oasis

Discontinued: ≈2020s

Launched in 2014 as a protein-packed series with 25g of protein, this protein energy drink was launched to compete with the Muscle Monster series. Rockstar did not focus on muscle training promotions, so they couldn't build a strong brand identity, and the products disappeared. In contrast, Muscle Monster continues to be available today.

ROCKSTAR HEMP SEED SERIES

PepsiCo

Discontinued: ≈2020

The Rockstar Hemp Seed series, containing legal cannabis ingredients, was released in certain parts of the US and Europe. Although it never became a mainstay, it was a unique series aligned with global trends. Limited distribution and regulatory complexity led to quick discontinuation.

Next