Quick Answer
⚠️ Energy drinks are liquids.
✅ In carry-on, cans/bottles must be 3.4 oz (100 ml) or smaller inside your quart-sized liquids bag.
✅ Larger cans are only allowed in checked luggage or if purchased after security.
✈️ Powders or energy drink mixes are allowed, but containers over 12 oz may require extra screening.
Details
- Carry-on:
- Energy drinks (Red Bull, Monster, G Fuel liquid, etc.) must follow the 3-1-1 liquids rule.
- Only containers ≤ 3.4 oz permitted through security.
- Full-size cans (8–16 oz) not allowed before security.
- After security:
- You can buy full-size cans or bottles at airport shops and bring them onboard.
- Checked luggage:
- Larger cans and bottles are allowed.
- Pack carefully to avoid bursting due to pressure changes.
- Powdered mixes (like G Fuel powder, pre-workout):
- Allowed in carry-on and checked.
- If > 12 oz, TSA may require additional screening.
- International flights:
- Most countries apply the same liquid limits.
TSA Energy Drink Rules Summary
| Type | Carry-On | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Liquid energy drink ≤ 3.4 oz | ✅ Allowed (quart bag) | ✅ Allowed |
| Liquid energy drink > 3.4 oz | ❌ Not allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Duty-free sealed cans | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Powdered drink mix | ✅ Allowed (extra screening >12 oz) | ✅ Allowed |
Gotchas / Common Issues
- ✈️ Pressure risk: Carbonated cans can leak or burst in checked bags.
- ✈️ Powder screening: Containers > 12 oz may be swabbed/tested at security.
- ✈️ Customs bans: Some countries ban high-caffeine powders or supplements — check rules abroad.
- ✈️ Hack: Bring powdered energy mix and fill with water post-security.