Monster Java 300 - French Vanilla -15.5 ounce (Pack of 8)

Java 300 French vanilla is my personal favorite monster product. My 2nd favorite is the java 300 mocha.If you're a Starbucks person you absolutely must try it as the monster Java is so much better. The regular monster Java is similar to the Starbucks varieties but tastes so much better and gives an added boost of more caffeine than starbucks.In comparing it to the regular Java "mean bean" or "mocha loco" the 300's are not as sweet or as strongly flavored as the regular monster (which basically tastes like candy). They are lower in sugar & calories and higher in caffeine. Win, win! The triple shot 300's are lightly sweet, lightly coffee flavored and not overwhelming. I personally prefer the texture and smoothness of the 300 series as it's not as thick as the regular Java, so it's more refreshing. Theres either no dairy or less dairy in the 300 series opposed to the regular java. So, they do not sour or coagulate after sitting in heat or at room temperature for a few hours. You can save an unfinished open can and put it back in the fridge to drink another day without it clumping or going bad, unlike the regular Java.The 300 series is extremely popular and flies off the shelf at the few gas stations or stores that offer it. I drive to multiple places at times trying to find it, many times with no success or if found forced to overpay. Though the amazon price is quite high, in the end, I will save money & avoid frustration by just ordering it.To the monster company,Why is this product not available at more places?Why is it constantly out of stock at the few places that offer it?Why isn't this product competitively priced?Walmart & dollar general offer it at 2 for $5.50, kroger 2 for $6, but they are always sold out.Your product is far superior to Starbucks brand, yet when it's not available what do you think we buy? And don't forget some new makers of flavored cold Java beverages like black rifle (that's larger in size, has more caffeine and lower in price). Black rifle is better than starbucks but has a stronger coffee flavor opposed to the java 300). I realize you (or someone) is making higher profits by over charging for a product that has high demand and limited availability but you just might make more money if the customer quit settling for Starbucks instead and you may lose customers permanently if they switch to another manufacturer. Something to think about.

As a person who likes French vanilla flavored candy and drinks, this is a truly terrible flavor Monster. I drink too many Monster drinks but will never again make this mistake. Try at your own risk.