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How is caffeine added to energy drinks? Imbibe Scientist Explains!

Posted: August 12, 2024
In: In the Media

Caffeine is a chemical that occurs naturally in drinks like tea and coffee. It can make you feel wide awake and energetic, so it’s also often added to other things like sodas and energy drinks. But how do energy drink manufacturers put caffeine into their products? We asked food scientist Adam Johnson to help us find the answer.

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