Wired ranks 28 energy drinks for 2026, from Celsius to Black Rifle

Wired today publishes a 2026 ranking of 28 energy drinks, from Celsius to Black Rifle. The roundup lands as shoppers debate caffeine levels, sugar content, and ingredient transparency across the category, with ongoing scrutiny of high-caffeine products for young consumers. Wired says the selections spotlight formulas loaded with B vitamins, taurine, and artificial colors like red dye, and offer quick guidance on what delivers a clean taste and useful kick.

According to Wired, the list spans zero-sugar options and high-caffeine standbys across mainstream and niche brands, weighing taste, sweetness, carbonation, perceived boost, caffeine counts, and labeling clarity while calling out B vitamin blends, taurine, and red dye. Watch for brand responses to the rankings, any reformulations or label updates, retailer placement shifts, and whether the picks influence shelf space, sponsorships, and sales through early 2026. [Developing. This article will be updated.]