Could Rokit’s cold brew replace your coffee order?

All of Rokit’s cold brew coffees are made with Arabica coffee, a coffee bean that’s naturally sweeter than others and has hints of chocolate, sugar and fruit. This particular blend uses the Guarana plant, most commonly seen in Brazil, to help reduce fatigue, boost energy and aid memory. Guarana is more often used in energy drinks as it’s high in caffeine and while small doses are fit for human consumption, it’s not recommended to exceed 400mg on a daily basis. Finally, the brew contains taurine which is an amino acid also found in proteins such as meat, fish and eggs, which the body uses for energy production and has a stimulating effect on the brain.

Taste-wise, we had to get used to the flavour a little as we expected the same sweetness as in other canned iced coffee drinks (such as from Starbucks or Costa). However, we actually ended up preferring that this one was different. We had this after a hot summer night of little sleep and having to get up early for a 7:15am boxing session – so it’s safe to say we needed a little pick-me-up, and boy, did we get one. After just 10 minutes we could already feel its effects starting to kick in. The can contains a little over 200mg caffeine and if you’re having an off day, this will surely lift you up. We’re quite sensitive to caffeine and for that reason, we don’t think we’d reach for this one unless we’re desperate for a quick energy booster, but it definitely did the trick.

When it comes to flavour, all the cans are very similar as they contain the same basics; Arabica cold brew coffee and oat milk. At 170mg caffeine per can, it’s not as strong as the energy uplift and has less of a kick to it. We noticed it didn’t have as strong of an effect on us, but did still give us a little more edge and about the same stronger focus we’d experience after a regular cup of coffee. But, being a pre-made can, there’s less fuss involved and we’d say the taste is more accessible too (even if you wouldn’t normally like coffee).

The mind boost brew is enriched with vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6 and B12 (the latter of which being a convenient inclusion for those on a plant-based diet) to help enhance mental performance. Overall, a smooth and delicious drink we’d probably reach for again.

After having had just one can, it’s hard to tell whether the Rokit immune boost cold brew actually has a positive impact on the immune system, however, it does have all the right ingredients. The vitamin B6, B12, D and zinc included in the brew should aid the natural function of the immune system, and thus help keep you healthy. It tastes pretty much the same as the other two cold brews, but once again less strong than the energy uplift. The immune boost contains the same level of caffeine as the mind boost, which for us seems to be all the amount we really need for a little wake-up call.