My 5-Hour Energy Yummification Plus GIVEAWAY! 8/20

***Disclosure: The 5-hour ENERGY® samples, gift card, information, and additional gift pack have been provided by the makers of 5-hour ENERGY®.***

Do you ever feel worn down and tired in the afternoon, but can't take a much needed cat-nap? If so, then welcome to my world. I stay tired constantly. I guess that comes with the territory when you have 2 kids under that age of 5. I don't get enough sleep at night, and during the day, my little ones definitely keep me busy chasing after them. And naps? Ha! Not in this house. Not for Mom, at least. My kids aren't THAT nice to me!

So what do I do when I need a mid-afternoon energy boost? I mix up some 5-hour ENERGY® shots and some of my favorite drinks. (I don't really care for them on their own.) Whether it's the Pink Lemonade flavor mixed with Sprite or Grape mixed with Grape Juice, I have come up with some pretty interesting flavor combinations. Not that Grape on Grape is creative...or particularly interesting, for that matter. But it sure is tasty! 

Recently, I had the opportunity to try out several varieties of  5-hour ENERGY®. Of course that made me become a mixologist once again. I received several different flavors including Grape, Pink Lemonade, Sour Apple, and Berry, just to name a few. 

This time around, I wanted to make something that gave me a nutritional boost as while as increased energy. I decided to use the 5-hour ENERGY® Extra Strength in Berry and some of my favorite smoothie. (This stuff is good. Seriously, if you haven't tried it, you must. It's located in the natural and organic refrigerated section of most grocery chains.) 


When I felt my energy dwindling as quickly as my patience, I knew it was the perfect time to try out this new combination. I needed some energy, for my sake and the sake of my kids! 


All I did was pour my 5-hour ENERGY® shot into a glass, filled it the rest of the way with my Smoothie, stirred, and Voila! You've got a delicious and nutritious drink that will add a little pep to your step. This is great while munching on a few ripe berries. Because we all need a reason to eat more fresh produce. 


I think I will call this little potion "Brandy's Berry Boost". Try it some time! It came out really well, and you definitely feel more alert after drinking it! 

Could you use the boost of a 5-hour ENERGY® shot, but would like to find new ways to drink it? Well you're in luck! 

The folks at 5-hour ENERGY® are encouraging customers to create their very own unique drink creations. They're even offering $100,000 in cash prizes, awarded to the top recipes! That's right! That's some serious cash!

You can enter the 5-hour ENERGY® "Yummification" Contest for your chance to be one of the lucky winners! Here's more information:

The makers of 5-hour ENERGY® announced the launch of the “Yummification” video contest, where entrants can win a share of $100,000 for creating a video of their favorite way to mix a 5-hour ENERGY® shot with an everyday beverage.  The contest will be judged on the creativity of the video and the taste of the creation.

·         Drink creations must follow the approved/non-approved ingredients guidelines (i.e. no caffeinated beverages or alcohol)

·         To enter the contest, visit www.5houryummification.com and follow the instructions to complete the entry form; “Like” 5-hour ENERGY® on Facebook, then create and submit a video that is no longer than 60 seconds showing an original combination being made, tasted, and named (creativity counts!)

·         One grand prize winner will receive $50,000, and the following prizes will also be awarded:

o   Second Prize (1): Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000)

o   Third Prize (1): Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000)

o   Fourth Prizes (10): One Thousand Dollars ($1,000)

• Entries must be received by August 19, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. EDT to be eligible.  No purchase necessary.  US residents only.  18 years and up   
• To enter, visit www.5houryummification.com and follow the instructions to complete the entry form or “Like” the 5-hour ENERGY® page on Facebook athttps://www.facebook.com/5HourEnergyShot and follow the instructions to click the contest tab

·         For official rules, visit 5houryummification.com

How cool is that?! I know I would LOVE to be one of the lucky winners! So hurry up and enter.....And if you win, feel free to split that cash with me! 

You can purchase 5-hour ENERGY®  at a supermarket near you. 

Enter to WIN a 5-hour ENERGY® Prize Pack :

I am thrilled to announce that one lucky reader will receive a 5-hour ENERGY® variety pack $25 Visa Gift Card, courtesy of the generous makers of  5-hour ENERGY®!

How cool is that?! 

This giveaway is open to US residents only ages 18+. The giveaway will end at 11:59PM on August 20, 2014. The winner will be chosen by Rafflecopter, verified and then contacted via email. The winner has 48 hours to claim their prize. This promotion is not associated with Facebook, Pinterest or twitter in any way. 

Please enter using the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck! 

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