# Smoothie-Like Energy Shots 5-hour ENERGY's Summer Smoothie Flavor is Exclusive & Extra Strength By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-05-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-smoothie-energy-shot References: [morningstar](https://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20240515de14333/summer-smoothie-flavor-5-hour-energy-shot-exclusively-available-at-7-eleven-speedway-and-stripes-stores) & [5hourenergy](https://5hourenergy.com/pages/5-hour-energy-summer-smoothie-flavor-extra-strength)  5-hour ENERGY's Summer Smoothie Extra Strength 5-hour ENERGY shot is arriving to help people refuel and reenergize this summer, exclusively through participating [7-Eleven](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-flavored-energy-supplements), [Speedway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fusion-energy) and [Stripes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitaminwater-zero-sugar-look-slurpee) stores. This smoothie-inspired energy shot blends the flavor of strawberries, creamy bananas and a hint of blueberry to awaken the taste buds and deliver B vitamins, amino acids and other nutrients with zero sugar and less than five calories. This compact, two-ounce energy shot contains 230 mg of caffeine, which is equivalent to a 12-ounce cup of premium coffee. Whether it's packed in a cooler for beach days or a backpack for hiking, festivals or long car rides, this energy shot supports busy consumers with a convenient, flavorful way to get the boost they desire this summer. For even more convenience, consumers can order their 5-hour ENERGY shot via the 7NOW Delivery app. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 24% - 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) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Functional Beverage Flavors:** The introduction of smoothie-inspired energy shots emphasizes the growing demand for functional beverages with enhanced taste profiles. - **Portable Nutrition Solutions:** Compact and nutrient-packed energy shots cater to the on-the-go lifestyles of busy consumers, making wellness more accessible. - **App-driven Convenience:** Offering energy shots through delivery apps showcases the increasing integration of technology to meet consumer needs conveniently. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Nutritional Beverages:** The evolution of energy shots into flavorful, nutrient-rich options highlights innovation in the nutritional beverages industry. - **Convenience Stores:** Exclusive retail partnerships for energy shot distribution underscore the strategic moves within convenience store sectors to attract traffic. - **Delivery Services:** Leveraging delivery apps for product availability reflects the rapid growth and adaptation within the delivery services industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tropical Flavored Energy Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-flavored-energy-supplements.md) - [Tropically Flavored Energy Shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extra-strength-5hour-energy.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Energy Shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5hour-energy-glow-motion.md) - [Spiced Fruit-Forward Energy Shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/five-hour-energy.md) - [Nostalgic Energy Shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cotton-candy-flavor-5hour-energy.md) - [Energy Beverage Additions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-hour-energy.md) - [Candy-Flavored Energy Shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5hour-energy-tasty-caffeine.md) - [Full-Sized Energy Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5hour-energy-drinks.md) - [Seasonally Flavored Energy Shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-hour-energy-2.md)