Don’t Believe That Viral TikTok Theory About Monster Energy And 9/11

According to a TikTok posted by user @d3milovato, there is a running theory that Monster Energy was created as a “response to the 9/11 attacks as a way to give American patriots the energy they need to fight Al-Qaeda.” A Twitter user also backed up this theory, jokingly claiming that the drink was meant to give Americans energy to continue the war on Iraq. This claim of patriotic support apparently comes from Forbes‘ page on Rodney Sachs, according to both the TikTok video and the tweet.  Although when one looks through the page or even does a cursory Google search, you’ll see no indication that such a claim even exists, adding to the theory that this was a prank made by an unknown person or group.

Despite the myth being an obvious falsehood, Monster Energy does have a very close relationship with members of the United States military. Monster Energy has its own charity program meant for assisting members of the U.S. Armed Forces, even winning the “Legacy of Hope” in recognition of its charity work with the USO. 

The military also seems to enjoy its fair share of Monster Energy drinks as well, viewing it as a healthier alternative to drinks such as Red Bull and Coca-Cola (via BevNet). Military exchanges, or stores where personnel can purchase goods, sold an impressive 3.3 million Monster-brand energy drinks in 2014 alone, serving as a testament to how popular the drink is with soldiers.