Brez Elevate in Worcester, MA: Where to Buy This Mushroom Energy Drink

Energy drinks have a reputation problem. Many are loaded with sugar, some pack more caffeine than people realize, and the flavors often taste like a chemistry set. Brez Elevate is one of a newer wave of cans trying to be the opposite: fruit juice for flavor, a moderate caffeine dose from a plant source, and a lineup of functional ingredients like mushrooms and roots.

This guide breaks down exactly what is in the can, how its caffeine compares to what you already drink, what the “non-infused” label means, and where to pick it up in Worcester.

What Is Brez Elevate?

Brez is a beverage brand known for functional drinks, and Elevate is its daytime, energy-focused can. It is sparkling, fruit-flavored, and sold in 355 ml (12 fl oz) cans. Its companion product, Brez Dream, is the evening version, with no caffeine and a very different ingredient list.

One important point for anyone searching this product: Brez has made cannabis-infused drinks as well as drinks with no cannabinoids at all, which is why you will sometimes see cans or reviews described as “non-infused.” The Elevate can sold at deVINE lists no THC and no CBD among its ingredients. It is a caffeinated botanical soda, and it is sold like one.

Every Ingredient in the Can, Explained

Here is the ingredient list from deVINE’s Brez Elevate product page, with a plain-language note on each:

• Carbonated water. The bubbles.
• Organic strawberry and mango juice concentrates. Most of the flavor and some natural sugar.
• Lemon juice. Brightness and acidity.
• Guayusa extract (80 mg natural caffeine). Guayusa is a caffeinated holly leaf from the Amazon, traditionally brewed like tea. This is the only caffeine source listed.
• Cordyceps extract. A functional mushroom often marketed alongside energy products.
• Maca extract. A root vegetable from the Andes, sold widely as a powder.
• Ginseng extract. A traditional botanical found in many energy formulas.
• Mango leaf extract. A botanical extract that has started appearing in focus-oriented products.
• Taurine. An amino acid that is a staple of mainstream energy drinks.
• Natural flavor and terpene blend. Aroma and flavor.
• Oubli fruit sweet proteins. A sweetener derived from the oubli fruit of West Africa, which contains naturally sweet-tasting proteins.
• Citric acid. Tartness and freshness.

The listing does not publish milligram amounts for the cordyceps, maca, ginseng, or mango leaf extracts. If exact amounts matter to you, the can’s label is the place to check.

For balanced, research-based summaries of botanicals like cordyceps, ginseng, and maca, MSKCC’s integrative medicine herb library is one of the most trustworthy free resources. Each entry explains what the research does and does not support, along with side effects and possible drug interactions. It is a useful reality check on the marketing claims you will see across the functional drink aisle.

How Much Caffeine Is in Brez Elevate?

Each can lists 80 mg of natural caffeine from guayusa. To put that in context, the FDA’s caffeine guidance says an 8-ounce cup of coffee typically holds about 80 to 100 mg and energy drinks range from 40 to 250 mg per 8 fluid ounces. The agency cites 400 mg a day as an amount not generally associated with negative effects for most healthy adults.

So one can of Elevate is roughly a cup of coffee’s worth of caffeine, spread across a 12-ounce drink. That puts it on the moderate end of the energy drink spectrum. Two cans plus two coffees, however, puts you at or near that 400 mg mark, so it is worth keeping count.

Timing tip: caffeine lingers for hours, and sensitivity varies a lot from person to person. If you are prone to trouble sleeping, keep Elevate to the morning or early afternoon.

“Non-Infused” Brez and Massachusetts Cannabis Rules

Because the Brez name is associated with cannabis drinks in some markets, it is worth being clear about how Massachusetts handles these products. In this state, marijuana products, including THC-infused beverages, are sold through licensed marijuana retailers regulated by the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission. That agency licenses dispensaries, sets product and packaging rules, and handles compliance.

A drink like Brez Elevate, which lists no THC or CBD, is not a marijuana product and sits outside that system. That is why a wellness shop like deVINE can stock it alongside other alcohol-free drinks. If you ever see a Brez can that does list cannabinoids, read the label carefully and understand that different rules apply to where it can be sold and who can buy it.

What Does Brez Elevate Taste Like?

The flavor is built on strawberry and mango juice with lemon, so it leans fruity and bright rather than medicinal. Light carbonation keeps it crisp. The oubli fruit sweet proteins add sweetness, and people who are sensitive to non-sugar sweeteners sometimes notice a slightly different finish than with cane sugar. Botanicals like ginseng and maca can add a faint earthy note in the background.

If you are used to classic energy drinks, it will taste less sweet and less synthetic. If you usually drink sparkling water, it will taste noticeably fruitier. Serve it cold; like most fruit sodas, it tastes flatter at room temperature.

For a first-person review of the can, including taste and how the reviewer felt afterward, here is a short video:

Where to Buy Brez Elevate in Worcester

deVINE Worcester (our pick)

The most reliable place we found to buy Brez in Worcester is deVINE on Pleasant Street, a shop built around alcohol-free and functional drinks. It is at 246 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA 01609, and opens daily from 10 AM to 8 PM. Call (774) 622-2386 if you want to confirm stock or ask whether a four-pack is available.

Why it stands out. Brez is still a relatively niche brand, so most big-box stores and gas stations in the area do not carry it. deVINE stocks Elevate as a single can for $6, along with the evening Dream can and the lion’s mane Flow seltzer from the same brand, so you can compare the lineup in one place.

Best for. Trying a single can before committing to a case online, or picking up a mix of Brez flavors for the week.

What to know. The four-pack option was listed as unavailable online when we checked, while singles were in stock. Prices and pack sizes can change, so check before you go. If you have questions about returns or ordering, the shop’s policies and FAQ page covers the basics.

A tip for the visit. If you are trying Brez for the first time, buy one can of each of the three styles rather than several of the same. Drinking them on different days and at different times is the quickest way to learn which fits your routine, and at $6 a can it is a small experiment. Keep the receipt or snap a photo of the cans so you remember which one you liked when you come back.

Online

Brez sells directly through its own website, and some online retailers stock it too. Ordering a case online can be cheaper per can, but you give up the chance to try one first. We could not confirm other Worcester retailers that reliably stock Elevate specifically.

Brez Elevate vs Traditional Energy Drinks

How does Elevate compare with the energy drinks most people already know? A few honest differences:

Caffeine. At 80 mg per 12 oz, it is on the lower end compared with many big-brand energy drinks, some of which approach the top of the FDA’s 40 to 250 mg per 8 oz range. That is a plus for anyone who finds strong energy drinks too intense.

Sweetener. Instead of large amounts of sugar or common artificial sweeteners, it uses fruit juice concentrate and oubli fruit sweet proteins. Check the nutrition panel on the can for the actual sugar and calorie count.

Botanicals. Cordyceps, maca, ginseng, and mango leaf set it apart. Whether they make a noticeable difference is individual, and the research on each ingredient is mixed. Treat them as part of the drink rather than the reason to buy it.

Price. At $6 a can locally, it costs more than a typical convenience store energy drink. You are paying for the ingredient approach and the flavor, not more caffeine.

A Closer Look at Guayusa

Guayusa (Ilex guayusa) is the least familiar ingredient on the list for most people, and it is the one doing the most noticeable work. It is a relative of yerba mate, another caffeinated holly, and grows in the Amazon basin, particularly in Ecuador. Its leaves have long been brewed into a tea, and in recent years it has shown up in bottled teas and energy drinks as a plant-based caffeine source.

From your body’s point of view, caffeine is caffeine. The 80 mg in a can of Elevate counts the same as 80 mg from coffee or a cola. What guayusa changes is the flavor background and the marketing story, not the basic way caffeine works. Some people say plant-sourced caffeine feels “smoother,” but the total dose and how quickly you drink it matter far more than the source.

Cordyceps, Maca, and Ginseng: Keeping Expectations Realistic

The botanicals are what make Elevate a “functional” drink rather than just a caffeinated soda, so it is fair to ask what they actually do. The honest answer is that the evidence varies by ingredient and is generally limited.

Cordyceps has been studied mostly in lab and animal settings, with a smaller number of human trials looking at exercise and energy. Results have been mixed, and study doses are often higher than what a beverage delivers.

Maca is a nutritious root vegetable, eaten as food in Peru for generations. Research on maca as a supplement has looked at mood and energy, with small studies and inconsistent findings.

Ginseng is one of the most studied traditional botanicals in the world, but results for energy and focus are mixed, and the type of ginseng and the dose both matter. Ginseng can also interact with certain medications.

Because the Elevate listing does not give milligram amounts for these extracts, there is no way to compare the dose in a can with the doses used in research. The fair takeaway: enjoy the drink for its taste and moderate caffeine, and treat the botanicals as a bonus rather than the main event. MSKCC’s herb entries, linked earlier, are a good place to check each one if you are curious or take medication.

How to Read Any Functional Drink Label

Brez is one of dozens of functional drink brands on shelves now, and the category’s labels can be confusing. The same few checks work for all of them.

1. Find the caffeine number. A clear milligram amount per can, like Elevate’s 80 mg, is a good sign. “Natural energy” with no number is not.
2. Look for cannabinoids. THC, CBD, CBN, or “hemp extract” means different rules apply. A can with none of these is a regular beverage.
3. Check the sweetener. Juice concentrate, cane sugar, stevia, monk fruit, allulose, and sweet proteins all taste different and affect sugar content differently.
4. Note what is not quantified. Many brands list botanicals without amounts. That is common, but it means you cannot judge the dose.
5. Read the warnings. Pregnancy, age, and medication warnings are there for a reason.
6. Ignore disease claims. Any drink promising to treat anxiety, fatigue, or a medical condition is making claims the FDA has not approved.

Brez Elevate vs Brez Dream vs Brez Flow

deVINE carries three Brez cans, and they are built for very different moments.

Elevate is the daytime can: strawberry and mango, 80 mg of caffeine from guayusa, plus cordyceps, maca, ginseng, and taurine. It is the only one of the three with caffeine listed.

Dream is the evening can: cherry-flavored, with reishi, chamomile, passionflower, lavender, amino acids, and magnesium, and no caffeine listed.

Flow is a lion’s mane seltzer in a smaller can, with lemon and elderflower flavor, L-theanine, cacao extract, and black seed oil, and its listing describes it as free of both THC and CBD.

If you are buying a mixed handful, a simple rule works: Elevate before lunch, Flow in the afternoon, Dream after dinner. And never grab Elevate by mistake at night.

Using Elevate to Cut Back on Stronger Energy Drinks

A lot of people pick up a can like Elevate because they want to step down from something stronger. If that is your goal, a gradual approach tends to work better than quitting cold.

Start by noting how much caffeine you get on a normal day. Count coffee, tea, soda, pre-workout, and energy drinks. Many people are surprised by the total once they add it up, especially if they drink large coffee-shop sizes or big-brand energy drinks.

Next, swap one high-caffeine drink for a lower one. Replacing a large energy drink with a can of Elevate lowers your caffeine for that drink while keeping the ritual of cracking a cold can in the afternoon. After a week or two, consider replacing a second one, or moving your last caffeinated drink earlier in the day.

Expect some adjustment. Cutting caffeine quickly can bring headaches, tiredness, or irritability for a few days. Stepping down slowly usually makes that easier. If you have ongoing fatigue that caffeine is covering up, it is worth mentioning to a doctor rather than just switching products.

Finally, remember that “lower” is relative. An 80 mg can is still a meaningful dose for someone who normally drinks very little caffeine. For someone coming down from several strong energy drinks a day, it is a real step down.

Who Should Skip or Limit Brez Elevate

• Anyone sensitive to caffeine, or already near their daily limit from coffee or tea.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding people, who should talk to a healthcare provider about caffeine and botanicals like ginseng.
• People taking medications that interact with caffeine or ginseng, including some blood thinners and diabetes medications. Ask a pharmacist first.
• Children and teens. The FDA notes medical experts advise against energy drinks for kids and teens.
• Anyone with a heart condition or high blood pressure, without checking with a doctor.

Getting the Most Out of a Can

Drink it cold. Fruit sodas taste flat and overly sweet when warm. Refrigerate the can, or pour over ice.

Time it. Mid-morning or early afternoon is the sweet spot. Avoid it within six hours or so of bedtime if caffeine affects your sleep.

Replace, do not stack. Swap it for your afternoon coffee rather than adding it on top.

Pair it with food. Caffeine on an empty stomach makes some people jittery. A snack helps.

Hydrate. A can of Elevate is not a replacement for water on a hot day or during a workout.

Store it right. Keep unopened cans somewhere cool and out of direct sun, and drink an opened can the same day. Carbonation and fruit flavor both fade quickly once the can is open.

Brez Elevate FAQ

Does Brez Elevate have THC or CBD?

The Elevate can sold at deVINE lists no THC or CBD. Its active ingredients are guayusa caffeine, cordyceps, maca, ginseng, mango leaf extract, and taurine. Always check the label, since Brez has also made cannabis-infused drinks.

How much caffeine is in Brez Elevate?

Each 12 oz can lists 80 mg of natural caffeine from guayusa extract, roughly the amount in a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee according to FDA figures.

Where can I buy Brez Elevate in Worcester, MA?

deVINE at 246 Pleasant Street sells single cans for $6 and is open 10 AM to 8 PM daily. Call (774) 622-2386 to confirm stock. Brez also sells online.

What does Brez Elevate taste like?

It is a light, sparkling strawberry and mango drink with lemon, less sweet than most energy drinks, with a faint earthy background from the botanicals.

Is Brez Elevate better than a regular energy drink?

It has moderate caffeine and uses fruit juice and oubli fruit sweet proteins rather than heavy sugar. Whether that makes it better depends on your needs. No functional ingredient in it is FDA-approved for any health benefit.

Can I drink Brez Elevate every day?

Many healthy adults can fit 80 mg of caffeine into a day, but count it with your other caffeine and check with a doctor if you are pregnant, take medication, or have a heart condition.