energy drink

American  

noun

1. a drink intended to boost mental energy, typically containing sugar and caffeine or other stimulants.

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energy drink British  

noun

1. a soft drink containing ingredients designed to boost the drinker's energy, esp after exercise

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Etymology

Origin of energy drink

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

He also used the magazine’s editorial pages and website to promote his energy drink business.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

However, the purchase of Newcastle, who have finished bottom of the top division for the past three seasons, by energy drink giant Red Bull last summer was a significant vote of confidence.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

In late 2024 it bought a majority stake in the energy drink brand ZOA Energy.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 7, 2026

Before games, the 7-foot center drinks a specially mixed energy drink that has the message “unleash the beast” written on the bottle in black ink.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 1, 2025

I washed them down with the energy drink.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith