Product Review: Chargel Energy Drink/Snack from Morinaga
By Dale Golla
Growing up I played sports like a lot of other people. It first started with soccer. Which I played through my school years. I am now an avid Golfer and take any chance I can to hit the greens. I tried baseball, in school, but I do my best to not remember that time. During all that time, I have seen countless energy snacks, beverages and supplements, that claim to keep athletes at the top of their game. I still struggle to find something that really puts a pep in my step when I need it the most. Chargel seeks to fulfill this need with a new product that is energetic, healthy, a snack and a… Beverage? Enter: Chargel, the instant energy gel drink from Morinaga.
Chargel is a caffeine-free athletic gel drink that is perfect for pre-workout/pre-activity. A “gel drink” might be something you have ever heard or seen before. However, it is actually quite self-explanatory. It is a drink made with high dispersibility and very low viscosity, which gives it a similar consistency to gelatin. Just a little more liquid. Ever get the feeling of food/liquid sloshing around in your stomach while exercising right after eating? The combination of both liquid/solid helps athletes and users eliminate that feeling so they can stay light on their feet and not feel weighed down. Chargel was designed with athletes in mind, that are on the move. It comes in a handy squeezable pouch that has a built-in spout for a quick pick me up. The spout is also resealable, with an easy-to-use twist cap. The pouch is sturdy and wont tear easily. Toss a few in your bag, or one in your pocket and go!
One of the best qualities of Chargel, is the fact that it is considered to be much healthier when compared to other energy boosters. It isn’t so much what they put into Chargel that makes it healthy. It is what they exclude. Morinaga was sure to exclude ingredients such as caffeine, gluten, artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners & artificial colors. It is also free of the top 9 major allergens and completely plant based. Chargel has been tested and Certified by “Informed Choice” Dietary Supplements. It would be challenging to find an energy booster that has so little common ingredients and still tastes great. Chargel comes in 3 different flavors. They are White Grape, Strawberry and Apple. I tried the White Grape flavor and found it to be pretty good. It feels and goes down just like Jello would and after having the whole pack I found myself wanting another (It is totally okay to have multiples in one day!). As a tip, I suggest refrigerating Chargel as I think it tastes a little better cold. Chargel can also be put in the freezer to freeze!
Chargel is unlike most energy boosters on the market. The lack of common unhealthy ingredients like caffeine and artificial sweeteners puts it a step above the rest. The easy carry size makes it portable wherever you plan on heading without mess. Thanks to the strong packaging and built-in screw on cap. Your customers never need to be weighed down by food and beverage before a workout again. If you have energy drinks, snacks, or supplements in your store, Chargel is a no-brainer. However, with its long shelf life it is also a great energy supplement meal replacement option for emergencies. Put Chargel next to the old MRE’s and Freeze-Dried backpacking meals. Your customers will enjoy the change of pace with a little more flavor. If you’re interested in trying Chargel or want to sell Chargel in your stores, then head over to their website at www.Chargel.com. For wholesale pricing and dealer inquiries contact Keita Morinaga via email at infochargel@morinaga-
