Sunii Energy Gum Delivers Its Caffeine Through Buccal Absorption
Adam Harrie — April 22, 2026 — Lifestyle
References: suniienergy
Sunii Energy Gum launched a mint-flavored caffeine gum that sidesteps the digestive system entirely, being absorbed through the mouth and cheek for a faster-acting boost than traditional energy drinks or coffee. Each piece has 50 mg of caffeine, taurine and B vitamins in a pocket-sized format with zero prep required.
Marie Thiffault, a founder born in Quebec and based in BC, developed the product for Canadians with active lifestyles who don’t allow time for a coffee break. Sunii is sold at select retailers across BC and Ontario, as well as on its own website and Amazon.
Sunii shows how a gum product with fast-acting caffeine delivery can carve out meaningful space among athletes, commuters and anyone who needs energy without the wait.
Image Credit: Sunii Energy Gum
Marie Thiffault, a founder born in Quebec and based in BC, developed the product for Canadians with active lifestyles who don’t allow time for a coffee break. Sunii is sold at select retailers across BC and Ontario, as well as on its own website and Amazon.
Sunii shows how a gum product with fast-acting caffeine delivery can carve out meaningful space among athletes, commuters and anyone who needs energy without the wait.
Image Credit: Sunii Energy Gum
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Fast-absorbing Buccal Delivery — Rapid buccal absorption of stimulants creates opportunities for products that deliver near-instant effects without gastrointestinal processing.
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