Berry Blast Energy Chews - 2.1 oz

PROBAR Bolt Organic Energy Chews were built around one question: why does endurance fuel have to taste like a chemistry set? Bolt answers with organic tapioca syrup, cane sugar, and real fruit concentrate -- plus yerba mate for caffeine instead of a synthetic additive.

Each 2.1 oz pack is a chewy, berry-flavored dose of on-the-go energy built for the back half of a workout: electrolytes (potassium citrate) to help offset what you sweat out, B-vitamins (B3, B6, B12) that support the body's own energy metabolism, and complex carbs from tapioca for sustained fuel rather than a single spike. Pectin gives the chews their texture; black carrot concentrate and a small fruit blend of apple, acai, blueberry, and pomegranate carry the color and berry flavor naturally.

Bolt is PROBAR's answer for runners, cyclists, hikers, and ski racers who want real fuel mid-effort -- the brand is the official energy chew partner of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, which tells you where it's been tested. Tear a pack open before a long run, tuck one in a jersey pocket for a ride, or split a pack with the family before a trailhead start.

Certified USDA Organic, Plant-Based, Non-GMO, and Gluten-Free. Worth noting for low-carb athletes: with tapioca syrup and cane sugar as the first ingredients, Bolt is built for fast-burning energy rather than keto or paleo diets. Store in a cool, dry place -- no refrigeration needed.

Ingredients: Tapioca Syrup, Cane Sugar, Tapioca Syrup Solids, Water, Pectin, Potassium Citrate, Tapioca Dextrin, Black Carrot Concentrate (Color), Citric Acid, Natural Flavor, Yerba Mate, Ascorbic Acid, Sunflower Oil, Vitamin B3, Fruit Blend (Apple (Apple, Rice Flour), Acai, Blueberry, Pomegranate Fruit Extract), Salt, Caffeine, Carnauba Wax, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12.

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Common Questions

How does Bolt compare nutritionally to a standard sports gel or gummy chew?
A 2.1 oz pack of Bolt has about 200 calories, 45 grams of carbohydrate, and 21 grams of sugar, with 50 mg of caffeine sourced from yerba mate rather than a synthetic caffeine anhydrous powder used in most gels. Conventional energy gels typically pack similar carb counts (22-25 grams per single-serve packet) but rely on maltodextrin and dextrose blends with no whole-food fruit content, and many use artificial colors instead of black carrot concentrate. Bolt also carries potassium citrate for electrolyte replacement, which many plain carb gels skip entirely unless labeled specifically as an electrolyte product. The tradeoff is texture and taste: Bolt chews slower and requires more chewing mid-effort than a gel you can swallow in one motion, which some athletes prefer for pacing and some don't.

Why use yerba mate for caffeine instead of a standard caffeine additive?
Yerba mate naturally contains caffeine along with theobromine and a small amount of theophylline, two related xanthine compounds that some research suggests produce a smoother energy curve with less of the sharp crash associated with isolated caffeine anhydrous. The 50 mg dose per pack is roughly half a cup of coffee's worth, calibrated to give a mid-run lift without pushing into jittery territory. Potassium citrate is included specifically to help replace potassium lost through sweat during sustained exercise, since potassium is a key electrolyte involved in muscle contraction and nerve signaling. The B-vitamin trio (B3, B6, B12) doesn't add caloric energy directly but supports the enzymatic pathways your body uses to convert carbohydrate and fat into usable ATP during exertion.

Does Bolt fit a keto, paleo, or low-carb eating plan?
No. At 21 grams of sugar and 45 grams of total carbohydrate per pack, Bolt is built specifically to spike and sustain blood glucose during exercise, which runs directly against ketogenic macro targets of roughly 20-50 total grams of carbs for an entire day. It's also not paleo-compliant since cane sugar and tapioca syrup solids are refined carbohydrate sources rather than whole-food ingredients. Athletes following keto or low-carb protocols for endurance work typically use fat-adapted fueling strategies instead and would want a product with little to no sugar. Bolt is best suited to standard or higher-carb endurance diets where fast-digesting sugar during long efforts is the goal, not something to avoid.

When during a run or ride should I eat these, and can I substitute them for other fueling products?
Bolt is designed for the back half of sustained efforts, generally starting 45-60 minutes into a run, ride, or ski session and repeated roughly every 30-45 minutes after that, similar timing to gels or drink mixes. You can substitute a pack for a gel or a handful of standard energy chews in most training plans without changing hydration strategy, since Bolt doesn't include added electrolytes at the same concentration as a dedicated electrolyte drink mix and shouldn't replace water intake. For long efforts over two hours, many athletes pair one pack of Bolt with a separate electrolyte drink rather than relying on the potassium citrate alone. If you're sensitive to caffeine late in the day, consider the caffeine-free varieties in PROBAR's Bolt lineup for evening workouts.

What does the USDA Organic and Non-GMO certification actually verify on this product?
USDA Organic certification means an accredited third-party certifying body has verified that at least 95% of the product's ingredients by weight are grown and processed without synthetic pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, or genetically modified inputs, and that the facility maintains documented supply chain traceability back to certified organic sources. The Non-GMO Project verification is a separate, additional check specifically confirming that ingredients haven't been genetically engineered, which isn't automatically guaranteed by organic status alone even though the two often overlap. You can verify both claims by checking the certifying body's public database using the product's certification number, which is standard practice for USDA Organic products. Gluten-free and nut-free claims on the label reflect ingredient review and, for major allergens, manufacturing controls, though anyone with a severe nut allergy should still check for facility cross-contact statements directly with the brand.

Is this actually plant-based, and what does that mean for the ingredient list?
Yes, every ingredient in Bolt, from the tapioca syrup base to the fruit blend and vitamin sources, is derived from plants with no animal-derived gelatin, honey, or dairy-based components, which is why it carries a Plant-Based certification alongside USDA Organic. This matters practically because most gummy-style energy chews on the market use gelatin for their chewy texture, which comes from animal collagen; Bolt instead uses pectin, a plant-derived fiber extracted from fruit, to create the same chew. The black carrot concentrate replaces synthetic dyes like Red 40 or Blue 1 that are common in conventional fruit-flavored chews. For athletes specifically avoiding animal products for dietary or ethical reasons, this means you're not trading fueling convenience for ingredient compromises.