REVIEW: Bang Lime Pop Drop Energy Drink

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Bang Lime Pop Drop Energy Drink can

When Bang’s Lime Pop Drop was dropped off at my door by UPS, I expected it to be a heavily caffeinated lemon-lime-flavored energy drink that would be reminiscent of such sodas as Sprite, 7Up, Starry, Mist Twst, or Sierra Mist.

Because I live under a rock apparently made of new Monster Energy, breakfast cereal, and ice cream releases, I hadn’t even heard of this drink before it ended up on my Welcome mat. But after tasting the sample Bang sent me, I quickly found it didn’t taste at all like those lemon-lime sodas. Instead, the energy drink had a way better flavor.

Much like other Bang Energy Drinks, a can of Lime Pop Drop has 300 milligrams of caffeine, has zero sugar, and zero calories. Plus, it has the usual “performance supplements,” like Ultra COQ10 and essential aminos.

Bang Lime Pop Drop Energy Drink in a glass

After cracking open the can, an alluring lime mixed with cotton candy aroma rose from it, hitting my nostrils as if I walked into a Bath & Body Works. As I took my first sip, I instantly wondered, “Wait. Is this the lime version of Bang’s Any Means Orange?” That drink, which came out last year, was an orange-creamsicle-flavored delight, and this Lime Pop Drop tastes like a lime-creamsicle-flavored cousin. It was such a pleasant and delicious surprise that I had to physically restrain myself from chugging the entire can in one go. I don’t know how my body would respond to consuming 300 milligrams of caffeine within a few moments.

I also got strong key lime pie vibes, but imagine that key lime pie was drowning under several extra-generous dollops of whipped cream. But there’s also a candy-like aspect to the lime that makes the citrus flavor sing. It definitely won’t be confused with any lemon-lime soda.

I enjoyed Lime Pop Drop every bit as much as Any Means Orange, which I gave a very high score, and I hope Bang keeps it around and never drops it.

DISCLOSURE: I received a free product sample from Bang. Doing so did not influence my review.

Purchased Price: FREE
Size: 16 fl oz can
Rating: 9 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: 0 calories, 0 grams of fat, 40 milligrams of sodium, 2 grams of carbohydrates, 0 grams of sugar, 0 grams of protein, and 300 milligrams of caffeine.

SPOTTED (SEASONAL EDITION): 2/23/2026

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Here are some interesting new products found on store shelves by your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of them, share your thoughts in the comments.

Good & Gather Caramelized Spring Onion Popcorn
Good & Gather Caramelized Spring Onion Popcorn
Good & Gather Sea Salt Bunny Potato Crisps
Good & Gather Sea Salt Bunny Potato Crisps
Favorite Day Bunny’s Treasure Peelable Eggs Gummy Candy
Favorite Day Bunny’s Treasure Peelable Eggs Gummy Candy
Favorite Day Easter Candy Rings
Favorite Day Easter Candy Rings
(Spotted by Robbie at Target.)
Cadbury Mini Creme Egg Chocolate Candy Eggs With Soft Fondant Center
Cadbury Mini Creme Egg Chocolate Candy Eggs With Soft Fondant Center
(Spotted by Robbie at Target.)
Reese's Peanut Butter Eggs Dozen
Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs Dozen
(Spotted by Robbie at Walmart.)
Mrs Butterworth's Syrup 2026 Design
Mrs Butterworth’s Syrup 2026 Design
(Spotted by Robbie at Walmart.)
Twix Baskets
Twix Baskets
(Spotted by Robbie at H-E-B.)
Nice Gummy Hearts Peelable Candy
Nice Gummy Hearts Peelable Candy
Nice Gummy XO's Sour Candy
Nice Gummy XO’s Sour Candy
I know. Late. (Spotted by Van P at Walgreens.)

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SPOTTED: Oreo Filled Bunny

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Oreo Filled Bunny.

Oreo Filled Bunny goes hop hop hop. Running away from my mouth that wants to chomp chomp chomp. (Spotted by Robbie at Walmart.)

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SPOTTED: Pop & Bottle Wicked Ozpresso Cold Brew Coffee and Strawberry Matcha

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Pop & Bottle Wicked Ozpresso Cold Brew Coffee.

Pop & Bottle Wicked Strawberry Matcha Almond Milk Latte.

Ozsome! (Spotted by Sarah R at Whole Foods.)

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REVIEW: Wendy’s Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger

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Wendy’s Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger whole

When I first saw promotional pictures of Wendy’s new Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger, I thought the chain was offering a value menu item—something that doesn’t take a big bite out of your wallet. However, after looking at its price in the Wendy’s app, my jaw dropped enough to fit two of these Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburgers stacked on top of each other into my mouth simultaneously, because this value-looking burger cost me $7.69.

Yes, like many of my fast food reviews, you’ll see a disclaimer that things are pricier here because I live on a rock in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. But I was curious about how much other regions were paying for this burger, with a quarter-pound beef patty, Applewood-smoked bacon, two slices of American cheese, and cheddar cheese sauce on a premium bun. It can also be ordered with two or three patties, if you want to pay even more.

So I did some digging, and here’s what people around the country are paying for this thing:

  • $7.79 Seattle, WA
  • $7.69 Los Angeles, CA
  • $7.49 New York City, NY
  • $7.39 Philadelphia, PA
  • $7.29 Portland, OR
  • $6.69 Dallas, TX
  • $6.69 Des Moines, IA
  • $6.49 Kansas City, MO
  • $6.49 Miami, FL
  • $6.39 Ann Arbor, MI
  • $6.29 Chicago, IL
  • $6.19 Bountiful, UT
  • $5.99 Percell, OK
  • $5.79 Durham, NC
  • $5.29 Phoenix, AZ

Wendy’s Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger meat and cheeses

The $7.69 I paid lands near the top of that list, but I look at the cities paying in the five- and six-dollar range, and I still feel like it’s too much for a burger that looks so unimpressive in person. Yes, it has a quarter-pound beef patty, three bacon slices, a cheddar cheese sauce, and two slices of American cheese, which justifies Wendy’s price for it, but all of them stacked on top of each other creates a menu item that makes me feel like I got pickpocketed by Wendy.

Wendy’s Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger split

If it had a second patty, it might look more reasonable. If the cheese sauce elevated the burger’s flavor mightily, it might’ve made this taste a bit more worthwhile. While there’s a smidge of cheddar flavor, it’s not enough to make this something you must try while it’s on the menu. Overall, its flavor is pretty much what you’d expect from the bacon cheeseburger: cheesy, meaty, smoky, porky, and savory. But it’s also dinky and pricey.

Purchased Price: $7.69*
Size: Single
Rating: 5 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: 560 calories, 33 grams of fat, 15 grams of saturated fat, 1.5 grams of trans fat, 95 milligrams of cholesterol, 1180 milligrams of sodium, 32 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of fiber, 5 grams of sugar, and 34 grams of protein.

*Because I live on a rock in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, things are a bit pricier here. You’ll probably pay less than I did. Or not, Seattle.

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