# Caffeinated Minty Chewing Gums Refresh's Sugar-Free Energy + Focus Gum Doesn't Just Freshen Breath By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2026-07-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-focus-gum References: [refreshgum](https://refreshgum.com/products/caffeinated-garden-mint-gum) & [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/news/2026/refresh-gum-debuts-caffeinated-gum-and-mints-fresh-new-look-amid-mainstream-push)  Refresh Energy sugar-free, plastic-free Energy + Focus Gum comes in classic varieties like Garden Mint and Peppermint that deliver a burst of flavor, freshen breath and support a smooth boost with natural caffeine from green coffee beans and L-theanine. Made with xylitol, a chicle gum base, stevia leaf extract for a touch of sweetness, a handful of other simple ingredients, and spirulina extract and fruit and vegetable juice for color, these [functional chewing gums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-free-gum) make it easy to refresh physically and mentally with a chew. When it comes to energy, each piece of Energy + Focus Gum provides 40 milligrams of caffeine, which is roughly equivalent to [half a cup of coffee](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youchews-caffeine-chew), one shot of espresso, or comparable to the caffeine content of a typical cup of green or black tea. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 83% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Functional Chewing Gum:** Everyday oral care formats are expanding into wellness delivery systems as consumers seek portable products that combine breath freshening with energy, focus, and mood support. - **Clean Caffeine Delivery:** Natural caffeine sources paired with calming nootropics reflect demand for smoother stimulation in formats that feel lighter and more controlled than traditional energy drinks. - **Plastic-free Confectionery:** Chicle-based gum and simplified ingredient lists signal a shift toward sustainable sweets that align indulgence, functionality, and environmental responsibility. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Confectionery:** Sugar-free, plant-based gum formulations create space for candy brands to compete in functional wellness while maintaining familiar taste and convenience cues. - **Functional Beverages:** Portable caffeinated alternatives place pressure on beverage makers by offering comparable energy benefits without liquid volume, refrigeration, or packaging bulk. - **Oral Care:** Breath-freshening products with added cognitive and energy benefits blur category boundaries, positioning oral care as a platform for daily performance enhancement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Diabetes-Friendly Functional Chewing Gums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-chewing-gum1.md) - [Cognitive Wellness Gum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cognitive-wellness-gum.md) - [Functional Fruit Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frubi-gummies.md) - [Functional Chewing Gum Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/life-loop-chewing-gum.md) - [Dirt Cake-Inspired Ice Cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirt-cake.md) - [Sweet-Sour PMS Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pms-relief-gummy.md) - [Caffeinated Fruity Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focusfuel.md) - [Multi-Benefit Botanical Lozenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-powered-lozenges.md) - [Mushroom Coffee Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bruchew.md)