Data as of Oct 16, 2026Based on 125 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
Rank and Mentioned in · since Jul 5
| # | Brand | Recommended for | Mentioned in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | classic, reliable energy boosts with widespread availability | classic, reliable energy boosts with widespread availability | 39% |
| 2 | sugar-free energy sweetened naturally with stevia leaf extract | sugar-free energy sweetened naturally with stevia leaf extract | 32% |
| 3 | high-caffeine energy cans with bold taste and extensive variety | high-caffeine energy cans with bold taste and extensive variety | 24% |
| 4 | moderate caffeine combined with popular fruit-forward flavors | moderate caffeine combined with popular fruit-forward flavors | 23% |
| 5 | everyday workout fuel with zero sugar and high caffeine | everyday workout fuel with zero sugar and high caffeine | 21% |
| 6 | 19% | ||
| 7 | fitness-oriented energy drinks featuring distinct flavor collaborations and nootropics | fitness-oriented energy drinks featuring distinct flavor collaborations and nootropics | 18% |
| 8 | sugar-free caffeine boosts geared toward daily workout routines | sugar-free caffeine boosts geared toward daily workout routines | 17% |
| 9 | health-conscious energy options focused on cleaner ingredient profiles | health-conscious energy options focused on cleaner ingredient profiles | 13% |
| 10 | 10% | ||
| 11 | 10% | ||
| 12 | organic ingredient blends for lower-chemical energy alternatives | organic ingredient blends for lower-chemical energy alternatives | 9% |
| 13 | 7% | ||
| 14 | 7% | ||
| 15 | 6% |
Week of Sep 21–27
Widest split: Monster Energy, 41% on ChatGPT Search and 9% on Google AI Mode.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bull | 46% | 33% | |
| Zevia | 42% | 23% | |
| Monster Energy | 41% | 9% | |
| Alani Nu | 17% | 29% | |
| Celsius Energy | 32% | 11% | |
| Yerba Madre | 12% | 26% | |
| Ghost Lifestyle | 20% | 17% | |
| Celsius | 19% | 15% | |
| Clean Cause | 17% | 9% | |
| ZOA Energy | 5% | 14% |
9% of citations point at the ranked brands’ own sites. goodhousekeeping.com, wired.com, cozymeal.com are the most-cited sites outside the ranked brands’ own domains.
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