Long before Red Bull, there was Bacchus-D.  Developed by South Korean Dong-A Pharmaceutical over 35 years ago, Bacchus-D is Korea’s #1 sold energy drink.  It’s tiny vial contains 2,000 mg of taurine, enough to give you a great boost of energy for that laboring day.

It’s a temporary cure for fatigue, and can help before and after being sick with flu, anorexia, dystrophy, and a number of other ailments.

So, how does Bacchus compare with Red Bull?  I asked myself this question while I was studying for final exams once.  I decided to give them both a try.  No, not at the same time!  I tried Red Bull an hour just before an important math test.  Turned out I was able to concentrate like I never have before and aced that test!  It was an amazing feeling.  I was full of confidence and stamina.  Of course, I studied immensely the night before as well.

Bacchus-D was for my next day’s test.  The smell is similar to Red Bull, but a little more mediciny.  It was a bit on the weaker side than the Red Bull, but probably only because Red Bull is slightly carbonated whereas Bacchus-D is not.  The carbonation, in my opinion, helps settle your stomach and relaxes the nerves a bit.  Bacchus-D, though, is a great pick-me-up when you need that extra energy boost and is in my opinion, safer than those other energy vials out on the market today.  Give Bacchus-D a try.  It can be bought at a local H-Mart store or Korean market in your town.

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