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Frequently asked questions
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Who is ABE Energy Drink for, and what does it pair with?
Made for: gym-goers and weightlifters who want pre-workout benefits without the powder ritual — crack a can and train, cardio athletes and runners needing clean sustained energy without sugar crash, keto and low-carb dieters (zero sugar, calories vary by flavour — see the nutrition facts panel image above), diabetics and blood-sugar-conscious consumers, students and professionals on long focus sessions wanting a stronger, more functional energy drink than Red Bull, and UK supplement enthusiasts in Canada who know the ABE brand. What makes ABE different from GHOST or Alani: ABE includes citrulline (pump support) and beta-alanine (muscular endurance, may cause a tingling sensation — this is normal) — real pre-workout compounds, not just caffeine. Not for: caffeine-sensitive, pregnant/breastfeeding, under-18, anyone with heart conditions. If you struggle with the mid-afternoon energy dip but don't want a sugar crash, ABE fixes both. Pairs well with: Built Puffs (pre-workout snack + energy combo), Cream of Rice for fuel, Carb-X for a full pre/intra-workout stack.
When should I drink it, and what does it taste like?
Best 15–30 minutes before training — caffeine kicks in around 30 min, beta-alanine and citrulline build over weeks of consistent use. Also works for an afternoon focus block if you're not caffeine-sensitive. Avoid drinking past 4 PM if you're caffeine-sensitive — the 200mg dose has a 5–6 hour half-life. Taste: clean finish, not overly sweet, no metallic aftertaste that plagues a lot of zero-sugar cans. Owner taste-tested every flavour before stocking. Flavours: Blue Lagoon (bright tropical / blue raspberry), Tang Orange (citrus tang nostalgia), Tang Orange Strawberry (citrus + berry blend). Beta-alanine tingling in your face / hands is expected and harmless — it's the paresthesia signature of an effective beta-alanine dose.
What are the macros and what's in the can?
Each 330ml can delivers 200mg caffeine, zero sugar, calories vary by flavour — see the nutrition facts panel image above, with citrulline (blood flow / pump support), beta-alanine (muscular endurance), taurine, and B vitamins (B3, B5, B6, B12 for energy metabolism). See the nutrition facts panel image on this page for the exact per-can figures. Net carbs formula: Net Carbs = Total Carbs − Fibre − Sugar Alcohols − Allulose (where listed). For exact macros of the flavour you pick, see the nutrition facts panel image on this page. Net carbs are essentially zero — safe for keto and diabetic-friendly macros. Sweetened with sucralose + acesulfame potassium typical for the category — verify on the can.
Allergens, gluten-free, vegan/halal, certifications?
Gluten-free: yes. Vegan: yes (no animal-derived ingredients in the formula). Sugar-free, zero calories effectively. Halal: not specifically marketed for the RTD can — verify on the can. Informed Sport / Choice: Applied Nutrition's ABE pre-workout POWDER is Informed Sport certified per the brand site; the RTD can's status should be verified on the actual can before competitive use. Allergens: no major allergens listed — check the can. Summer shipping: store cool; refrigerate before drinking. Heat-burst cans are not return-eligible under default 30-day; Onward Checkout+ covers transit damage (~4% premium at checkout, 90-day + 5% cash back, stacks with TNF Rewards).
How fast is shipping in Canada and what does it cost?
Same-day shipping from our Montreal store if you order before 4 PM EST Monday–Friday — hand-packed by our team at our downtown location, often faster than Amazon. Free shipping over $125 CAD subtotal. $12 flat over $50. Delivery: Quebec & Ontario typically 1–3 business days, other provinces 3–7. Express options at checkout. Domestic Canadian shipping — NO duties or customs fees. We're at 3575 Av. du Parc inside Galeries du Parc, downtown Montreal.
Can I pick up in-store? Where are you and is there parking?
Yes — free store pickup, ready in 30 minutes during store hours. We're at 3575 Av. du Parc, Local 5635 inside Galeries du Parc underground mall, downtown Montreal. Our online inventory is the same as our in-store inventory — if it's in stock on the website, it's also available in-store, since every order ships directly from the same physical store. Tell us at the cash and we'll give you a free 1-hour validated parking voucher — drop it in the parking machine on your way out for free indoor mall parking. Store hours: Mon 11 AM–8 PM, Tue–Fri 11 AM–6 PM, Sat–Sun 11 AM–5 PM.
What's your return policy + the Onward 90-day guarantee?
Default: free 30-day return policy — yes, even on opened supplements (as long as you've used 7 servings or fewer). Closed food items over $20 are also returnable. Damaged or wrong items are always replaced free — email info@topnutritionandfitness.com with a photo within 48 hours of delivery. Refunds are issued as store credit (gift card good online or in-store). Heads up: bars that soften or change shape during summer heat are only covered under Onward, not under our default policy (they're still safe + edible — refrigerate flat to reshape). Want longer + fuller coverage? Tap Checkout+ Now at checkout (~4% of order) to add Onward — a 90-day satisfaction guarantee (taste dislike, sensitivities, mold, damaged / lost / stolen / wrong / missing items, even opened products), 5% cash back on your next order (stacks with TNF Rewards), and instant 24-hour claim resolution. See full return policy →
What's the TNF Rewards Program?
Top Nutrition & Fitness Rewards is our free loyalty program — join from any product page or your account. What you can earn:
- Points on every dollar you spend — accumulate balance toward future orders
- Bonus points for writing product reviews after your order arrives
- Referral bonus — share your unique invite link; both you and your friend earn when they place their first order
