Pit Bull

I've seen Pit Bull energy drink many times while at my local Rite Aid, but because of the terrible can, I've held off until now. While the actual design isn't too bad, the slogan's cheesy, the text is repeated in two languages, the dog is less-than-terrifying, and the name's stupid. But the one thing I really have a problem with is the name. They're obviously trying to ride off the success of Red Bull, but in 2010, knock-off names just don't do it.

Pit Bull pours out a clear, slightly faint amber colour that's on the verge of being gold. A refreshing ginger ale launches the flavour. It's mildly dry, and it mixes with a pleasantly sour lemon. There's a slight lime taste that runs under the lemon, and as the experience goes on, it blends with a re-emerging ginger ale. This lasts well into the flavour, but during the climax, it's subdued by a crisp bite. Throughout the experience, there are notes of a shallow grapefruit, but mostly it stays low key. There's a bit of an oily coating on your palette, not syrupy, but oily, almost like grease. But thankfully it's not too noticeable. In the end, Pit Bull is almost amazingly smooth, and while I did have some problems with it, it's unique and really a joy to drink.

Pit Bull has a decent amount of energy ingredients, which ends with a decent kick. I felt mildly energetic, and it lasted around two and a half to three hours, thanks to containing caffeine, guarana, inositol, ginseng, and several B vitamins. All in all, I really enjoyed the taste, but sadly the can and buzz of Pit Bull couldn't avoid several pit-falls.

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