Nocco BCAA Drink 250 ml

How NOCCO BCAA supports your objectives

⚡ 80mg of caffeine — clean energy and focus without a sugar spike

Caffeine contributes to increased alertness and improved concentration — an EU-authorised health claim applicable at the 75mg threshold, which the Belgian NOCCO exceeds at 80mg per can. Caffeine also contributes to an increase in endurance performance when consumed at 3mg per kg body weight approximately one hour before exercise. At 80mg per 250ml can, NOCCO provides a controlled, well-tolerated caffeine dose — equivalent to one standard espresso — that fits comfortably within EFSA's recommended maximum daily intake of 400mg for healthy adults.

🧬 1900mg of BCAAs (8:1:1) — leucine, valine and isoleucine

BCAAs (branched-chain amino acids) are the three essential amino acids preferentially oxidised by muscle tissue during exercise. The 8:1:1 ratio in the Belgian version maximises the leucine fraction — leucine is the primary activator of mTOR, the molecular trigger for muscle protein synthesis. Providing BCAAs before or during exercise maintains plasma amino acid availability, reduces exercise-induced muscle catabolism and provides a direct anabolic signal throughout the training session.

💊 B vitamin complex for energy metabolism and fatigue reduction

Each 250ml can provides Niacin (B3, 4.8mg, 30% NRV), Vitamin B6 (0.53mg, 38% NRV), Folic Acid (38µg, 19% NRV), Vitamin B12 (0.95µg, 38% NRV) and Biotin (19µg, 38% NRV). Vitamins B3, B6, B12 and folic acid contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and to normal energy-yielding metabolism — EU-authorised health claims that are directly relevant to the athletic and professional performance context in which NOCCO is consumed.

🌱 Vegan, gluten-free, zero sugar, zero carbs

NOCCO BCAA contains no animal-derived ingredients, no gluten-containing grains, no added sugar and no carbohydrates. At 8 kcal per 250ml can, it is one of the most calorie-efficient functional drinks available — compatible with any dietary framework including caloric restriction, low-carbohydrate, ketogenic and plant-based approaches.

🍵 Green tea extract (Tropical variant)

The Tropical variant contains green tea extract alongside the BCAA and caffeine base — adding naturally occurring catechins (particularly EGCG) with documented antioxidant and thermogenic properties. For athletes who want an additional metabolic support dimension in their pre-workout drink, Tropical is the functional standout of the three stocked flavours.

🎯 Goal guide

🏋️ Mass gain: 1 can pre-workout or during training. BCAAs support muscle protein synthesis; caffeine drives training intensity.

🔥 Weight loss / cutting: 1 can before training or as a mid-day focus drink. 8 kcal, zero sugar, thermogenic caffeine and EGCG (Tropical).

⚖️ Daily performance: 1 can as a morning focus drink or pre-session energy source. Clean, controlled caffeine and BCAA routine.

Serving suggestion

Consume 1 to 2 cans per day, well chilled. Best consumed 30 to 60 minutes before training for pre-workout BCAA and caffeine timing, or at the start of the day as a clean energy alternative to coffee. Do not exceed 2 cans per day. Not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or individuals sensitive to caffeine.

⚠️ High caffeine content: 32mg/100ml — 80mg per 250ml can. Not recommended for children, pregnant women or breastfeeding women.

Best times to enjoy it

⏰ 30 to 60 minutes before training

The optimal pre-workout window: caffeine reaches peak plasma concentration 30 to 60 minutes after consumption, and the BCAAs enter the bloodstream rapidly as free amino acids, providing both the stimulant and the amino acid support for the entire training session.

🌅 Morning — as a coffee alternative

NOCCO's 80mg caffeine per 250ml can is equivalent to a standard espresso. For individuals who prefer a cold, flavoured and functionally enriched alternative to hot coffee, NOCCO integrates naturally into a morning routine with the added benefit of BCAAs and B vitamins.

🏋️ During training (intra-workout)

Sipping NOCCO throughout a training session maintains continuous BCAA and caffeine availability — providing sustained anti-catabolic amino acid protection and maintaining focus and alertness through longer sessions.

☀️ Mid-afternoon energy dip

The post-lunch energy dip is one of the most common productivity challenges of the working day. NOCCO provides a controlled 80mg caffeine boost with zero sugar, eliminating the blood glucose crash that follows conventional sugary energy drinks.

🚫 Avoid after 4pm for evening sleepers

With a caffeine half-life of 5 to 6 hours, a can consumed after 4pm may retain meaningful plasma caffeine levels at bedtime. Adjust timing based on individual caffeine sensitivity and habitual sleep schedule.

Caffeine safety guide

Full ingredient list by flavour

🌴 Tropical:

Carbonated water, BCAA (branched-chain amino acids: L-leucine, L-valine, L-isoleucine), caffeine, green tea extract, vitamins (niacin/B3, B6, folic acid, biotin, B12), acidity regulator (citric acid), tropical flavouring, sweetener (sucralose), colouring (beta-carotene, carrot concentrate).

🍋 Limon Del Sol:

Carbonated water, BCAA (branched-chain amino acids: L-leucine, L-valine, L-isoleucine), caffeine, vitamins (niacin/B3, B6, folic acid, biotin, B12), acidity regulator (citric acid), lemon flavouring, sweetener (sucralose).

🥭 Mango:

Carbonated water, BCAA (branched-chain amino acids: L-leucine, L-valine, L-isoleucine), caffeine, vitamins (niacin/B3, B6, folic acid, biotin, B12), acidity regulator (citric acid), mango flavouring, sweetener (sucralose), colouring (beta-carotene).

Key ingredient breakdown

Allergens

Allergens: No major allergens declared. NOCCO BCAA is gluten-free and vegan. Always refer to the current product label for the most up-to-date allergen information.

Product characteristics:

• Zero sugar
• Zero carbohydrates
• Zero fat
• 8 kcal per 250ml can
• Vegan
• Gluten-free
• Non-GMO
• No artificial colours (natural colourants only)
• Sweetened with sucralose only — no aspartame, no acesulfame K
• Belgian version: 250ml / 80mg caffeine / 1900mg BCAA 8:1:1

Nutritional values per can — Belgian version (250ml)

Active functional ingredient profile per can (250ml)

Pack format guide

Q1 — What is the difference between the Belgian 250ml NOCCO and the standard 330ml version?

The Belgian version is specifically formulated for the Belgian and Dutch markets and sold in a 250ml can — a smaller, more convenient format. It contains 80mg of caffeine (32mg/100ml) and 1900mg of BCAAs per can. The standard 330ml version sold in Sweden, Finland, Germany and other European markets contains 180mg of caffeine and 3000mg of BCAAs per can. The formulas are otherwise broadly identical. If you see NOCCO nutritional information online referencing 180mg of caffeine or 3000mg of BCAAs, that information relates to the 330ml version and does not apply to the Belgian 250ml product.

Q2 — Why does NOCCO use a BCAA 8:1:1 ratio instead of the more common 2:1:1?

The 8:1:1 ratio maximises the leucine fraction of the BCAA dose. Leucine is the primary activator of mTOR — the cellular signalling pathway that initiates muscle protein synthesis. At the 1900mg total BCAA dose in the Belgian NOCCO, the higher leucine ratio provides approximately 1520mg of leucine, compared to the ~633mg that a standard 2:1:1 product would deliver at the same total BCAA dose. For athletes who want to maximise the mTOR stimulus per can, the 8:1:1 ratio is the pharmacologically superior choice.

Q3 — Does NOCCO contain taurine like conventional energy drinks?

No. NOCCO BCAA does not contain taurine — a common ingredient in conventional energy drinks like Red Bull or Monster. NOCCO's functional ingredient list is deliberately focused on BCAAs, caffeine and B vitamins, without the taurine, glucuronolactone or other functional additives found in mainstream energy drinks. This "clean" functional ingredient approach is a deliberate brand positioning decision that makes NOCCO more appropriate for athletes who want a training-specific functional drink rather than a generic energy drink.

Q4 — Is NOCCO BCAA suitable for competitive athletes under anti-doping regulations?

NOCCO BCAA contains caffeine, BCAAs and B vitamins — none of which are prohibited under WADA anti-doping regulations. Caffeine was removed from the WADA prohibited substances list in 2004 and remains a permitted substance in competition. BCAAs and B vitamins are food ingredients with no prohibited status. NOCCO does not carry specific Informed Sport or Informed Choice batch-testing certification, so athletes competing in the most stringently tested environments should verify with their national anti-doping authority before consuming any supplement product.

Q5 — Is the pack of 12 more economical than individual cans?

Yes. The pack of 12 provides a lower cost per can than purchasing individually and is the standard format for athletes and regular consumers who incorporate NOCCO into their daily routine. At one can per day, the pack of 12 provides 12 days of supply — approximately 2 weeks for athletes who train 5 to 6 times per week with one NOCCO per session.