I received a 5-hour ENERGY® variety pack and gift card so that I could attempt to create a yummy, enjoyable drink. Opinions are 100% my own and all product information was provided.

I work a crazy 12-hour overnight shift and occasionally I don’t get enough sleep prior to the shift. Flipping your body’s whole sleep cycle each week isn’t always smooth. So, occasionally I need a little something extra to keep me awake and alert for the entire shift. I was asked to if I would like to create my own yummy drink using 5-hour ENERGY®. I received a variety pack of 5-hour ENERGY® shots with assorted regular strength flavors. I looked through all the flavors and decided that I would use the berry flavor to use in my drink.

I decided that the smoothie would be the way to go. I bought a small blender to use at work so that I could make smoothies each night. I usually use frozen berries and almond milk to make my smoothie. This time I added Berry flavored 5-hour ENERGY® to the smoothie.

5-hour ENERGY® can have a strong taste. I have to have mine ice cold to enjoy them. I find that helps to power through that strong taste. By adding 5-hour ENERGY® to my smoothie I didn’t get such a strong taste and no aftertaste either. Just the benefits from 5-hour ENERGY® and the pleasant taste of the smoothie.

So the smoothie was my attempt at Yummification of 5-hour ENERGY®. I may just make a video of this concoction and enter it in the 5-hour ENERGY® “Yummification” video contest!

Information about the “Yummification” Contest:
The makers of 5-hour ENERGY® announced the launch of the “Yummification” video contest, where entrants can win a share of $100,000 for creating a video of their favorite way to mix a 5-hour ENERGY® shot with an everyday beverage. The contest will be judged on the creativity of the video and the taste of the creation

• Drink creations must follow the approved/non-approved ingredients guidelines (i.e. no caffeinated beverages or alcohol)
• To enter the contest, visit www.5houryummification.com and follow the instructions to complete the entry form; “Like” 5-hour ENERGY® on Facebook, then create and submit a video that is no longer than 60 seconds showing an original combination being made, tasted, and named (creativity counts!)
• One grand prize winner will receive $50,000, and the following prizes will also be awarded:
• Second Prize (1): Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000)
• Third Prize (1): Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000)
• Fourth Prizes (10): One Thousand Dollars ($1,000)
• Entries must be received by August 19, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. EDT to be eligible. No purchase necessary. US residents only. 18 years and up
• For official rules, visit 5houryummification.com

Social Media Links for 5-hour ENERGY®

Visit the 5-Hour ENERGY® page on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/5HourEnergyShot and follow the instructions to click the contest tab

Visit 5-hour ENERGY® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/5HourEnergy

Information about 5-hour ENERGY® shots:

• 5-hour ENERGY® shots are dietary supplements that provide hours of energy and alertness
• Contain a blend of B-vitamins, amino acids, and essential nutrients
• Helps people feel alert and energized for hours
• Zero sugar, zero carbs, zero herbal stimulants and 4 calories!
• Caffeine in a 5-hour ENERGY® shot is comparable to a cup of the leading premium coffee
• May consume up to 2 bottles of 5-hour ENERGY®, spaced several hours apart. For moderate energy, drink ½ bottle of 5-hour ENERGY®

5-hour ENERGY® is not an energy drink or intended to be mixed with alcohol. It is not intended for children, women who are pregnant or nursing, or people with medical conditions. It does not increase physical performance, dexterity, or endurance and does not treat or cure any disease or medical condition. Do not drink more than two per day, do not drink more than one at a time.