Jesse's WakeUP! Caffeinated Dark Chocolate Bars, 6 Pack

First of all, these are just straight up delicious treats. I would very happily eat them even if they had no caffeine at all. They are a bit sweeter than the usual chocolate (or other) candy or bar type items that I eat, but for instance, when I make cookies for myself I generally cut the sweetener down by 1/3-1/4 of what most recipes call for. I don't think they're much sweeter than, say, a Luna bar (which is actually the closest comparison to these that I can think of) or a Kind bar. They are wonderfully crispy, just the right amount of chewy, and the chocolate flavor is very well balanced to the other flavors, the chocolate really comes through very well. And even better, the caffeine content is great. I have a high tolerance for caffeine, it really takes a lot to affect me. A Mountain Dew gives me more of a sugar rush than a caffeine boost (resulting in a crash, of course). I don't bother with energy drinks that have less than 240 mg caffeine, and I really prefer 300. But, energy drinks have their own issues- I am very averse to the taste of Sucralose and it is very difficult to find energy drinks that don't contain any. Especially the ones that are higher in caffeine content, which tend to be sweetened exclusively with Sucralose and other artificial sweeteners that I just can't stomach. They also have the issue of portability, etc. I also tried some gummies with a high caffeine content, which were very tasty and they were effective, but not as much as these bars. I would put the gummies on the same level as energy drinks or coffee, effectiveness wise. So, these bars are ideal for me. They have very low calories, and for whatever metabolic/digestive reasons, I feel the effect of these bars much more rapidly than the effect from energy drinks, coffee, caffeine pills, etc. with the same amount of caffeine. When I got my first box of these to try them out, I ate a bar and ended up deep cleaning my whole house and then planting some seeds that I had been putting off because it involved getting the pots ready, lugging around bags of soil, etc. Then I went for a considerably longer, brisker walk than I thought I was even capable of (I have health issues as well, which is part of the reason that I need caffeine just to have enough energy to function at all), groomed my dogs, and did laundry. Even an energy drink with 300 mg of caffeine, or a large mocha coffee with 4 extra shots of espresso (in addition to the 2 that are standard from the coffee shop that I patronize), doesn't affect me that strongly, regardless of how quickly I drink it. Also, the seller is great. Shipping is prompt, packing is secure, and even in June there was no melting or other damage to the product. In short- great taste, wonderfully effective, and the seller is great. I really can't recommend these highly enough. When I bought my first box of them to try out, I had one the first day. I then bought two more boxes of them, because I definitely enjoy them and will be having them regularly, and I wanted to be sure to have some on hand in case the price rose significantly or they sold out.

I have been looking for the most reliable source of energy food I can find. WakeUP! Bars fill the bill. The first day I got my box, I ate a whole bar at once and spoke faster, more clearly, and with better pronunciation than I knew was possible. And the energy lasted on into the evening. THe thing I really loved was no after-effects, as i have run into with some of the other products I've tried. (My job requires I talk on the phone all day long, so that skill is vital to my livelihood!) Currently I nibble at them - one bar lasts me 3-4 days and that helps keep my available energy at the optimum level to do my job day after day. I really like the taste and I now keep an extra box on hand so i don't run out. I have tried only the one flavor, but I look forward to trying the others as time goes by.

Update 6/30/2021: This is the best energy bar or caffeine bar. I've tried a bunch of others, but this one is the best. Great customer service too if you ever contact them. Sometimes, Jesse himself will respond! It feels good buying a solid product from a small/family business that is made in the USA. I have since quit coffee and eat these bars instead. My health has improved as a result. Great coffee alternative. The tea-based caffeine mixed together with the bar hits different than tea itself or coffee. Smoother, better, and healthier. I do not feel any sort of caffeine crash now. Maybe I needed time to adjust, not sure. I eat 1/4 to 1/3 of a bar in the morning, before anything else. Followed by a glass of water, and then my regular breakfast. 1 FULL bar if I need to be superhuman for a day. Works great for studying, working out, and road trips. ------------------ Pretty tasty bar. Has a little sugar with dark chocolate and it sort of tastes like coffee to me. I'll eat 1/3 of the bar to the whole thing. Usually drink a glass of water right before/after the bar, and I haven't had any heartburn issues yet, which is a big plus. The caffeine crash is mild with the bar, compared to coffee. WARNING: Eating the entire bar will give you a very strong caffeine PUNCH! Keep in mind, this bar has __ 310mg __ of caffeine. For most people, that's a very high amount, and the packaging even says "limit 1 bar per day". It hits harder than coffee, since the ingredients digest/absorb fast, and coffee is usually sipped on, whereas this bar gets devoured quickly. The boxes are small and contain only 6 bars. But since I don't usually eat 1 whole bar at a time, 1 box can last 2-4 weeks depending. I started with 1 box, and have since ordered 3 more. I compared the caffeine content of this bar and for the price, it's a better value than other caffeine bars on Amzn. Great for coffee replacement in the AM or whenever you'd rather eat a quick bar instead of hot coffee. This is the only food item I'll keep re-ordering. 1) 1 bar can be surprisingly strong -- Only let friends eat 1/3 to 1/2 max their first time 2) Food intake before eating the bar may slow the caffeine, so eat the bar before food for a wake up 3) They are coated with chocolate = can melt, careful about leaving in a hot car, etc. 4) Avoid eating late in the afternoon or at night - it'll keep you up!

The bars are good. They taste good and do wake you up. However, I just noticed that the bars themselves say 250mg of caffeine but the packaging sticker says 350mg (see photo). Which is it? With the recommended dosage only being 400mg per day for the average human, you need to be extremely careful consuming these so you don’t accidentally kill yourself from a caffeine overdose. The seller needs to correct this critical error and possible criminally negligent homicide lawsuit waiting to happen before someone unknowingly gets hurt.

Let me just say, these bars pack a big punch on days where my energy is low and I need a boost. Half a bar will do the trick. They are so tasty it's hard not to eat the whole bar at once. (They are also vegan and gluten free) They are not only delicious (I was skeptical with this being an espresso flavor bar) but they are great for on-the-go! I keep one in my bag on the regular. Especially for days when the line at your favorite coffee shop is so long you have to pass. Or, for when you leave your coffee at home on the counter. These bars have got you covered! They are actually better than most of those coffee places. I'm a very picky person and I don't like my coffee too strong. I don't like it weak either. I feel like this brand Jesse's Wake Up really nailed it on the flavor. I would imagine the majority of coffee/espresso drinkers will enjoy these bars. I am so glad I discovered this brand. I highly recommend! Christmas is also coming and these would make great sticking stuffers or gifts. I plan on giving them as little gifts to my espresso/,coffee loving friends. The last thing I will share in this review, is this product didn't cause me to feel jittery or anxious. I only eat 1/2 bar at a time/per day and it's perfect. What I have experienced is a nice, subtle, increase in my energy.

I got the 3 espresso per bar box because I want to assure the effect. Pleasantly surprised, way above expectations. However it's formulated, the delivery system works. There was a feeling of being mentally refreshed and re-energized. Good flavor, there's a hint of the espresso, I love that flavor, and the dark chocolate provides an afternoon treat with benefits. Background info: I am a caffeine dependent remote worker. I go at 100 mph mentally, even at my age. The 2:30 p.m. lag in focus and energy has been a problem, and drinking more liquid is tedious and causes a reaction in my gut. I looked for alternatives, and came across Jesse's WakeUp! bars. Really for the treat aspect -- I figured if it didn't work I have some candy for a few days. About 30 minutes after the first one I ate, I noticed the lift you expect and that I needed -- for another 3 hours or so. Maybe the sugar and caffeine combo is the reason, but it worked. I don't need more than that. And only 140 calories, that was a benefit though I admit I would not care. Cost, it's like an energy drink, in comparison. After going through one box, a week later I ordered 2 more. I am reviewing after reordering -- and I won't reorder something like this if it didn't work for me. Haven't ventured outside of dark chocolate flavor, I can eat that all day. But if they nailed this one, the others might also be as satisfying. Recommended. Your experience may be different.

These bars are mostly tasty and offer a nice boost during the day as a snack. There is a slight aftertaste that I can't put my finger on, but it's not so strong that I wouldn't continue eating them. I do have a high tolerance for caffeine, but with this product, I can feel the effect. It's not too strong, but definitely noticeable.

Love these bars! Great option for caffeinating when I don’t want coffee. Really like taking them hiking and backpacking as an alternative to toting around coffee and a jet boil; nice trail snack (I usually eat half a bar at the start, and another partway through), and saves space and weight in my pack. Also, the taste is really good. Usually, with these types of products, I expect a sort of artificial or weird taste, but these are super tasty! If they weren’t caffeinated, would still eat them as a snack

I eat half of the bar instead of having coffee before getting into the car, before my long commute to work (over 1.5hrs). It works wonders as there's no need for a toilet break which is nearly unavoidable after drinking coffee. 5 stars!