An energy drink is a type of drink containing stimulant compounds, usually caffeine, which is marketed as providing mental and physical stimulation. They may or may not be carbonated and may also contain sugar, other sweeteners, or herbal extracts, among numerous other possible ingredients.
A variety of energy drinks in a German supermarket shelf
A can of Red Bull, the most popular energy drink worldwide as of 2020
A health warning on a can of the Austrian Power Horse energy drink
A nutrition facts label for an energy drink
A soft drink is any water-based flavored drink, usually but not necessarily carbonated, and typically including added sweetener. Flavors used can be natural or artificial. The sweetener may be a sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, fruit juice, a sugar substitute, or some combination of these. Soft drinks may also contain caffeine, colorings, preservatives and other ingredients.
A glass of cola served with ice cubes
Soft drink vending machine in Japan
Bubbles of carbon dioxide float to the surface of a carbonated soft drink.
Equipment used by Joseph Priestley in his experiments on gases and the carbonation of water