Better Than Coffee Energy Bars - Caffeine Energy Bars - Gluten Free Energy Bars - Caffeinated Chocolate Bar - Hiking Bars - 100mg Caffeine Snack - Dark Chocolate & Coconut Coffee Bar (12 Count)
Flavor | 70% Dark Chocolate Coconut |
Product Benefits | Energy |
Number of Items | 1 |
Unit Count | 10.56 Ounce |
Brand | Better Than Coffee |
About this item
- GUARANA & MACA BLEND - Our secret to a delicious caffeinated chocolate bar? Combining these two South American plants: Guarana, which provides a natural caffeine boost and Maca, which reduces the effects of stress and maintains mental and physical energy.
- HEALTHIER COFFEE ALTERNATIVE - A natural-tasting coffee substitute that's superior to sugar-packed energy bars. Each 25g bar contains 100mg of natural, low sugar caffeine from Guarana and Maca for long lasting, clean energy.
- REBOOT, REFUEL, REFOCUS - Experience the delicious power of plants with our vegan energy bars! Grab our BTC bars for a quick and nutritious breakfast bar, as a preworkout snack for physical fuel, or for a fresh reboot on-the-go.
- INSTANT ALERTNESS & CLARITY - These healthy bars are designed for athletes to reach their peak performance, keep their energy up, and get real results! Our vegan coffee bar is made with Low Sugar, Soy Free, Dairy Free, and Low Sodium ingredients.
- TRY ALL OUR FLAVORS! - Indulge with nutritious and tasty flavors: Dark Chocolate & Coconut, French Roast, Dark Chocolate & Cranberry, and Dark Chocolate & Mint. Enjoy an intense delicious taste with each bite of these Better Than Coffee bars!
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Product Description
This is not an ordinary energy bar.
- An invigorating energy different from what you’ll experience with coffee and energy drinks. It provides a rigor and clarity that lasts 2 to 6 hours without a crash.
- We do not rely on sugar to provide energy. We combine two plants from South America, Guarana and Maca, to provide a unique type of energy.
- Each bar contains 100mg of caffeine. The caffeine is extracted from the Guarana berries and we blend it with Maca powder. We do not add additives to provide a uniform taste.
- The very nature of our ingredients makes each bar unique, the taste can vary slightly. This does not alter the quality but is a sign of the natural ingredients we are sourcing.
- This is a food product and the caffeine is assimilated in your body differently than with a drink. Based on our thousands of customers' feedback, maximum effect is felt when eaten on an empty stomach.
Recommendation
- If you are sensitive to caffeine 1/2 a bar maybe enough for you. It may take you few trials before knowing when it is best for you to use our product.
Our differentiators
Natural Ingredients
Our secret is Guarana and Maca—two plants from South America. Guarana, long used by natives for stamina and energy while hunting, provides a quick boost of natural caffeine. And maca is scientifically proven to reduce the effects of stress while maintaining an illuminating mental and physical boost.
Natural Tasting
We use dark chocolate, guarana and very little sugar, our product is bitter by the nature of its ingredients. The bitterness does not alter the quality of the product and should not be seen as a safety concern.
Flavor Without Filler
- Non-GMO
- Gluten Free Factory
- Nut Free Factory (except coconut)
- Vegan
- Kosher
- Soy Free
- Dairy Free
- Low Sodium
4 flavors
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DARK CHOCOLATE & COCONUTOur original flavor. Intense notes of 70% organic dark chocolate, lightly sweetened by coconut flakes. |
DARK CHOCOLATE & CRANBERRYPerfect balance of strong cranberry complemented by our 70% organic dark chocolate. |
DARK CHOCOLATE & MINTOur hallmark 70% dark chocolate with a minty twist that lingers on the tongue. |
FRENCH ROASTRobust, bittersweet coffee flavor with undertones of dark chocolate, ideal for coffee lovers. |
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Ironman & Spartan Champion“I TYPICALLY HAVE A BETTER THAN COFFEE BAR IN THE MORNING BEFORE I WORKOUT. SOMETIMES I HAVE ONE WITH MY SIMPLE BREAKFAST EITHER WITH A FRUIT SMOOTHIE OR MULTI GRAIN TOAST WITH NUT BUTTER. I WILL HAVE ANOTHER BAR IF I NEED A “PICK ME UP” IN THE AFTERNOON, ESPECIALLY IF I HAVE A SECOND WORKOUT OR A LONG MEETING TO ATTEND. I WOULD RECOMMEND THESE BARS TO ANYONE: ATHLETES, PARENTS, AND THOSE THAT WORK LONG HOURS.” |
Rock Climber“I LOVE TO FUEL MY TOUGHEST CLIMBS WITH BTC BARS. I ALWAYS TRY TO HAVE MINE ON AN EMPTY STOMACH TO REALLY GET ME GOING. ON EARLY COMPETITION MORNINGS I ALWAYS POUND A BANANA AND A BTC BAR ABOUT 30 MINUTES BEFORE COMPETITION TIME AND IT NEVER FAILS! ALSO, I’D BE LYING IF I SAID BTC BARS HAVE NEVER GOTTEN ME THROUGH SUPER LONG AND BORING DRIVES!" |
Professional natural Bodybuilder“I USE BTC BARS FOR SEVERAL REASONS. I HAVE ONE BEFORE I STRENGTH TRAIN IN THE MORNING. I WAKE UP EARLY TO WORKOUT, SO HAVING A BOOST OF NATURAL CAFFEINE AND A LITTLE BIT OF FOOD IN MY STOMACH, HELPS GET ME GOING. I LOVE THESE BTC BARS FOR THAT MID-DAY CRASH AND WHEN I AM CRAVING SWEETS. I CAN EAT ONE OF THESE BTC BARS AND FEEL MY ENERGY BUILD BACK UP, AS WELL AS GIVE ME MY SWEET TOOTH FIX, I NEED TO STAY ON TRACK. THESE MACRO FRIENDLY BARS ARE GREAT, MAKING IT EASY TO FIT INTO MY DIET 1-2 TIMES DAILY IF NEEDED, AS WELL AS MY CLIENT’S VERY EASILY.” |
Vegan Athlete"I LOVE BTC BARS. I USUALLY HAVE THEM BEFORE A WORKOUT BUT I HAVE HAD THEM AFTER A WORKOUT TO REFUEL, OR MID AFTERNOON IN BETWEEN COACHING GROUPS AS A QUICK PICK ME UP. I USUALLY HAVE THEM AS A BAR BUT SOMETIMES, I LIKE TO TOP BY SMOOTHIE BOWLS WITH LITTLE BTC CHUNKS." |
About Better Than Coffee:
Better Than Coffee was founded by Valerie, a self-proclaimed “energy drink addict” working in corporate IT. After needing at least one energy drink to make it through each day, she began searching for healthier alternatives. Three years and about 3,000 homemade bars later, she found a combination that provided lasting, natural energy without coffee’s crash or energy drinks’ artificial ingredients. Valerie then partnered with nutrition experts, scrutinizing every ingredient and turning down countless recipes to arrive at the bars we make today.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Package Dimensions : 4.5 x 3.9 x 3.1 inches; 10.56 ounces
- UPC : 867656000132
- Manufacturer : Better Than Coffee (BTC)
- ASIN : B019VHR8CA
- Customer Reviews:
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Sold By | — | Global Wholesale Inc. | Mixt Solutions LLC | CAFF, Inc. | FAMAZEE | Jesse's WakeUP! |
flavor | 70% Dark Chocolate Coconut | Caramel | Mega Variety | Dark Chocolate | Dark Chocolate | Peanut Butter |
number of pieces | 12 | 30 | 30 | 20 | 1 | 6 |
weight | 0.66 pounds | 0.04 pounds | — | — | 0.35 pounds | — |
specialty | Gluten Free | Gluten Free | Gluten Free,Low Calorie,Organic,Vegan | Natural | Gluten Free | Gluten Free, Kosher Ingredients, Egg Free |
ingredients | Desiccated coconut, pea protein crisp (pea protein concentrate, brown rice flour [rice flour & rice bran]), chicory root fiber, brown rice syrup, organic semi-sweet chocolate chip (70% of cocoa) (organic unsweetened chocolate, organic cane sugar, organic cocoa butter), whole grain brown rice protein, organic cocoa, sunflower seeds, guarana (standardized with natural caffein), pumpkin seeds, crisp brown rice, maca, sunflower oil, sesame seeds, rice syrup, grape juice concentrate, agar, natural flavor. | — | — | Dates, Semisweet Chocolate, Cocoa Powder, Cocoa Paste, Allulose, Natural Flavors, Cocoa Butter, Green Tea Caffeine, Sea Salt | Dark chocolate (unsweetened chocolate, sugar, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (added as an emulsifier), natural vanilla extract), caffeine, soybean oil | Peanut Butter Flavored Coating (Partially Defatted Peanuts, Sugar, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil [Palm Kernel Oil, Soybean Oil], Corn Syrup Solids, Dextrose, Reduced Protein Whey, Contains 2% or Less of: Palm Kernel Oil, Salt, Vanillin, Artificial Flavor, Soy Lecithin), Rice Crisps (Rice Flour, Sugar, Salt), Brown Rice Syrup, Dark Chocolate Flavored Coating (Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Cocoa Powder, Sunflower Lecithin, Salt), Sugar, Vegetable Glycerin, Natural Caffeine, Water, Pure Vanilla Powder, Salt |
package type | Box | Box | Pouch | Box | Box | Pouch |
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Contains 100mg of caffeine
Desiccated coconut, pea protein crisp (pea protein concentrate, brown rice flour [rice flour & rice bran]), chicory root fiber, brown rice syrup, organic semi-sweet chocolate chip (70% of cocoa) (organic unsweetened chocolate, organic cane sugar, organic cocoa butter), whole grain brown rice protein, organic cocoa, sunflower seeds, guarana (standardized with natural caffein), pumpkin seeds, crisp brown rice, maca, sunflower oil, sesame seeds, rice syrup, grape juice concentrate, agar, natural flavor.
1/2 a bar if sensitive to caffeine or new to guarana
<p>☀ Contains 100mg caffeine. <br /> <p>☀ Not recommended for children or pregnant women. <br /> <p>☀ The statements on this website have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you have any medical condition, please consult your physician before consuming any of our products. <br /> <p>☀ BTC are plant-based. The effect will vary depending on the individuals. <br /> <p>☀ We do not warrant the results that may be obtained from the use of the product. <br /> <p>☀ Customers are responsible for reading nutrition and ingredients labels on the website and package. <br /> <p>☀ We are not responsible for any reactions related to food allergies.
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Customers like the taste of the snack food bar, saying it leaves a nice minty aftertaste. They also say it's great for sustained energy and focus, with the caffeine really delivering. Customers are impressed with the quality of the product, saying they're effective and high quality. They like the ingredients, and texture. However, some customers feel the first bite can be bitter and the bars are a bit chewy. They dislike the value and are mixed on size.
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Customers like the taste of the snack bar. They say it has a nice minty aftertaste, and the coconut adds a lot of nice sweetness. Some customers also mention that the bars are not too sweet. They find them to be a satisfying and rich snack, with a great recipe.
"...I love that they use 70% dark chocolate which is the required amount for the added health benefits (a lot of dark chocolate is around 55% or lower)...." Read more
"...if you prefer an unprocessed snack of very dark chocolate, bitter sweet coffee, or tart-sweet cranberry flavors to the sickly sweet taste of many..." Read more
"...bitterness that you expect from dark chocolate, and the coconut is a mild flavor...not like the sweetened flaked coconut you buy in the store, but..." Read more
"...3 stars because even though the coffee taste is strong, the after taste is not the best (very bitter). Maybe use a little more chocolate (dark)...." Read more
Customers find the energy boost in the snack food bar great for sustained energy and focus. They say the caffeine really delivers, it woke them up and focused their attention without giving them the wiggly. They also mention that the energy lasts for several hours and is all the caffeine they could want without all the added calories.
"...I love that even though you get a nice boost of energy and alertness from all the healthy ingredients and natural caffeine, you aren't getting TOO..." Read more
"...The guarana with maca combo gives a sustained high-energy boost with a relaxed feeling, which is great for thinking, creating or physical training--..." Read more
"...Other than that Awesome. It did give me a buzz, so I appreciate that." Read more
"These bars are great. The caffeine content honestly comes through evenly and gives you a maintained influx of energy...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the snack food bar. They mention it's great, effective, and a good pick-me-up. Some appreciate the nice, descriptive package. Overall, customers recommend this high quality product.
"These BriskBars are truly incredible. No joke. These are the real deal. Allow me to describe my experience:..." Read more
"These bars are great. The caffeine content honestly comes through evenly and gives you a maintained influx of energy...." Read more
"...I rated the packaging 5 stars because the bars have a nice, descriptive package. However, I rated the flavor 1 star because of the yucky texture...." Read more
"...These bars are good, but not my favorite...." Read more
Customers appreciate the snack bar's healthy, natural ingredients. They mention that it has little to no sugar, and natural caffeine and guarana. They also appreciate the fact that it's gluten and dairy free, with 5 grams of protein. Customers also like that it provides a nice little boost of energy, with low sugar and carbs. Overall, they are happy with the nutritional profile of the bar.
"...you get a nice boost of energy and alertness from all the healthy ingredients and natural caffeine, you aren't getting TOO much caffeine. 100mg...." Read more
"...These bars are good, but not my favorite. I love that they are plant based, but they sat pretty heavy in my stomach after eating one, despite their..." Read more
"...They are only 100 calories which is good and there is no fake ingredients...." Read more
"...primarily because of their dark chocolate content (70% cacao) and coconut, both very healthy ingredients...." Read more
Customers like the texture of the snack food bar. They mention that it feels smoother, is soft, and moist. They also say that it's gentle on their stomach and provides an energized feel for several hours with zero crash. Customers also say it has a satisfying texture and chew, and is gentle on the stomach. Overall, customers find the texture satisfying and easy to digest.
"...with maca combo gives a sustained high-energy boost with a relaxed feeling, which is great for thinking, creating or physical training--the opposite..." Read more
"...No wonder! The texture was so soft and moist and the flavor was very well blended with all the ingredients...." Read more
"...It softened the exterior a little, though it made it messy. I wish the bar could be reformulated to be softer." Read more
"...The first bite was chewy, but after chewing for a bit the texture became unpleasantly grainy and sawdust-like...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the snack food bar. Some mention that it's pretty small, about the same size as a plastic lighter. The package is small and great for on the go, while others say that the bars look a lot bigger in the picture on Amazon.
"...These bars are rather small. They aren't large and are not meant to fill you up like a huge protein bar or meal replacement bar...." Read more
"...It tastes okay. However, the bar was a lot smaller than I thought it would be...." Read more
"...Don't skip trying them out due to the size though....they are small but mighty! Definitely worth trying...." Read more
"...They are small enough so you can augment your breakfast or pick me up snack with other things...." Read more
Customers find the bitterness of the snack bar to be very strong. They mention that the first bite can be bitter, but the addiction kicks in with just the right amount. They also say the bar is hard and chewy, making it hard to eat.
"...(very bitter). Maybe use a little more chocolate (dark)...." Read more
"...I was feeling sleepy but one bite of a bar woke me up since it was so bitter. I tried washing the taste out but it lurked with me ...." Read more
"...They measure 1 1/2 by 2 1/2 inches. They are a bit chewy, but not so much that they fall apart, and not so little that they are hard to chew..." Read more
"...that the texture is a little bit hard to get down since the bar is hard and chewy...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the snack food bar. They mention that it's too expensive and not worth the price.
"I love this product but it’s a little pricy and I wish they could make this coffee one with no cane sugar added...." Read more
"...They are a little pricy but less than a fancy cup of coffee.. Depends on your budget, I suppose.- Oh yeah, super attractive packaging!" Read more
"...Having said all this, the taste is truly good. It's a deep, rich, dark chocolate taste with a coconut topping and gentle sweet aftertaste...." Read more
"...hadn't had to buy a whole box of these to try these and they were pretty expensive for how small they are...." Read more
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These bars are rather small. They aren't large and are not meant to fill you up like a huge protein bar or meal replacement bar. They contain enough ingredients to "curb" a hunger craving while delivering a great amount of natural sources of energy/caffeine. As described by the manufacturers themselves, they aren't all that sweet. In order to be consistent with their "healthy" mantra, they only contain 4 grams of sugar. Coupled with the fact that they use dark chocolate (70% dark chocolate), the bar has only a mild sweetness. I like this because I do not feel guilty eating these bars. I am not concerned about the over consumption of sugar, let alone High Fructose Corn Syrup that so many bars today have. If you are interested in these bars and prefer very sweet tasting foods, then you will have a hard time with its taste. Of course, as I see it, that only means you need to be cutting back on sugar anyway! Having said all this, the taste is truly good. It's a deep, rich, dark chocolate taste with a coconut topping and gentle sweet aftertaste. Delightful, really.
The Energy: If you are a person who is drinking a pot of coffee a day, then perhaps the natural caffeine in this bar may be very mild to you. If this is the case, you are clearly having too much caffeine! I am a 6 foot male that weighs over 200 pounds and I drink 1-2 cups of strong coffee everyday. So that means my caffeine intake isn't too high compared to most Americans. Anyway, I was feeling a bit lethargic around 1:30pm and I was needing to go to the gym. I decided now was a perfect time to try my first bar. I ate it, sat down the couch and played my phone until the energy kicked it. Within just a few minutes, I felt the rush of energy pour in. So I got up and hit the weights at the gym.
I simply LOVE these bars! I love that the caffeine comes from a natural fruit inserted into the bar! I love that they use 70% dark chocolate which is the required amount for the added health benefits (a lot of dark chocolate is around 55% or lower). I love that the sugar is low and no corn syrup is used. I love that even though you get a nice boost of energy and alertness from all the healthy ingredients and natural caffeine, you aren't getting TOO much caffeine. 100mg. That is about half a cup of premium coffee worth of caffeine. That's it! And, somehow, it delivers more punch than a standard cup.
These will forever be my go to energy bars.
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2017
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These tasted alright, not great, and the crunchy texture was fine for me but the "caramel" is was set it was too sticky for my liking. It was almost like chewing on coffee beans floating in a sea of toffee. I liked it enough to eat half a bar, but I wouldn't see myself ordering these again.
As I read the ingredients list, I realized these are not Paleo, nor are they Keto. :( Then I moved to the bottom of the box and realized the bar I was consuming had expired 2 months ago. :(
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