Sambazon disputes study on energy drink caffeine levels

(Reuters) – Sambazon, a California-based maker of fruit juices and protein drinks, said it contests a report in the December issue of Consumer Reports magazine stating that Sambazon’s energy drink had more caffeine than printed on its label. The study, released on Thursday, said Sambazon Organic Amazon Energy drink had 81 milligrams of caffeine per serving. The privately-held company said the findings were wrong, adding that its drink actually contains 53 milligrams of caffeine per eight-ounce serving. Consumer Reports said it stands by its findings. …

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