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XS Energy Drink- Variety is King

XS energy drink is one of the most distinctive on the market. Instead of mimicking their main competition (i.e. Red Bull, Monster, Rockstar, etc...

 

XS Energy DrinkXS energy drink is one of the most distinctive on the market. Instead of mimicking their main competition (i.e. Red Bull, Monster, Rockstar, etc.) they’ve created their own unique niche–variety. That’s right, the XS energy drink doesn’t come in just one bland flavor. They offer an array of delicious tastes that’ll be sure to please your pallet.

Here are just some of the flavors XS offers:

1.) Cherry Blast–lightly sweetened cherry flavor which does a great job at masking the artificial sweetener and gives it a crisp taste.

2.) Electric Lemon Blast–the sweetest of the bunch; reminds me of Sprite.

3.) Tropical Blast–a fruit-filled flavor that reminds me of Hawaiian Punch, but less sweet.

4.) Tea Berry Typhoon–combines a unique blend of green and black teas complimented by a nice berry flavor. It’s invigorating, but not very sweet.

5.)Cranberry-Grape–a refreshing combination of cranberry and grape flavors; a very natural taste with a tart edge.

The list goes on and on; these are just the flavors I’ve tried. The multi-flavor initiative has proven to be a massive success. In 2004, sales of XS Energy Drink grew to nearly four million cases with revenues of $79 million and revenues are projected to be near $90 million for 2005.

Another interesting route XS decided to take was exclusively using splenda and other sugar-free sweeteners in their energy drinks. Most other brands load up on high fructose corn syrup, but not XS. This makes them extremely attractive to people trying to reduce their sugar and carbohydrate intake while still drinking something flavorful.

Furthermore, they include a blend of natural herbs to strengthen the potency of their energy drink. These herbs include: eleutherococcus senticosus, panax ginseng, panax quinquefolium, echinacea purpurea, schisandra, astragalus, and reishi

With so many flavors available, and many more on the way, XS has ensured you’ll never get bored with their energy drink.

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XS Energy Drinks – A Story in Photos and Videos

 

It’s no  secret that I’ve recently become obsessed with XS Energy drinks. :D It’s  a good obsession, though!

Here are some visuals that, while they don’t obviously capture the taste, at least somewhat capture the feel of XS.

Here are some great XS Photos:

XS WaterfallXS Energy Drink & HelperXS Energy DrinkXS Energy DrinkXS Energy Drink at the LincXS at IAH

And some great XS Videos!

Popcorn Supplies

 

Gone are the days when popcorn machines and popcorn supplies were only needed in movie houses and for fairs, stadiums, carnivals and circuses. pop-corn supplies are now often set up in bars and pubs to provide cheap, easy and accessible snack food to patrons. Some people even have a machine set up as a novelty item in their homes, either to entertain kids in the family or because they have a home theater. Or maybe there is no better way to feed your friends when they come over to watch the big game than to fire up the old pop-corn machine.

Various vendors online have the things that you need to make pop-corn and they can be obtained in quantities appropriate to your needs. The pop-corn supplies needed for a small bar or pub or inhome entertainment will be very different than those needed for a large theater or a carnival stand.

For many people, a movie experience isn’t complete without the smell of warm buttered popcorn and the taste of this popular salty treat. The availability of pop-corn supplies in quantities appropriate for home use now makes it possible for people to enjoy the “full movie experience” in the comfort of their own homes.

Of course, the most necessary tool is a pop-corn machine. pop-corn machines add to the sensory delight of the home movie experience in a way that a bag of microwave popcorn cannot. Machines come in antique and contemporary styles and can actually be a great decorative item for a home movie viewing room or other family-centric entertainment setup.

pop-corn is by far one of the most meaningful pop-corn supplies, if not the most important. And what movie popcorn experience is complete without butter? Vendors who sell pop-corn supplies provide hot butter dispensers. Butter dispensers can be very simple, or can come adorned with graphics and lights that make them reminiscent of the concessions counter in your favorite movie theater.

To fully complete the movie theater experience, you can even order pop-corn serving boxes, cups or bags like those which were used in the theaters. Your family can gather around a tub of popcorn the size of the “large” order offered at movie concessions stands. The difference is that you didn’t break the bank to enjoy the treat! popcorn cups, boxes and bags come in diverse themes and styles and can be used to liven up a kid’s party or family gathering.

With the price of gas, movie tickets and the snacks offered at concession stands going up consistently, many are opting to enjoy a cinema-like experience in the relative comfort of their homes. With the ability to purchase pop-corn supplies and serve a theater-style treat right at home, the experience can be considered complete.

Burr Coffee Grinder

 

What’s in that coffee mug? Is it last night’s leftover drip blend, or some kind of instant stuff? This is really a solid question if you think about it. In this day and age where java is at its pinnacle in production and quality, there is no reason whatsoever why anyone should be sipping on a cup of foul coffee. It is just not right. It is kind of like when someone puts a Porsche spoiler on a Geo Metro. Anyhow, when it comes to your morning cup of caffeinated goodness, you should be enjoying it to the fullest. And that requires freshly ground coffee beans. So, do you have your sack of java and your burr coffee grinder handy? It’s time to get started.

When was the last time you spotted a burr coffee grinder? Were you at the local shopping mall, browsing through a department store or specialty shop? Or perhaps you were just surfing the web searching for a better cup of coffee. This is where the burr coffee grinder comes into effect. You see, I learned a while back that a great cup of coffee mostly has to do with the beans and how fresh they’re. Once beans are roasted, they do have a shelf life. In fact, they should be ground up and used within one or two weeks. So how old do you think that Maxwell House blend on your counter is? Well, we don’t even want to go there. It could be a scary route. Nonetheless, my point is that you want to drink a fresh cup of Joe each and every morning, and not be bothered with the canned stuff at all. Well then, it’s time to take advantage of the World-Wide-Web. Practically everything from the burr coffee grinder to a fabulous array of fine coffee blends can be found. Heck, just the other day I was on Google perusing for some rare coffee beans. Little did I know that there are so many alluring ones to choose from. That is one thing you always get with the net. A whole lot of alternatives. Well, if you’re ready to start enjoying your each day cup of coffee, then pop open that notebook and get started. Pick up a burr coffee grinder to keep in your kitchen. This is one of the bare necessities when it comes to drinking coffee. In addition, purchase a high class coffee from one of the best dealers. Once you’ve grinded those beans fresh and perked that first pot, you’ll never go back to the canned stuff.