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Q&A
General
No.
There are no pesticides, chemicals or any other agents used in growing, harvesting, disinfecting or processing guayusa. Ozonated water is used to disinfect the guayusa before drying. This is allowed by organic certifiers under USDA organic and EU organic regulations. Ozone is natural and disappears quickly, 10 minutes after exposure with the environment there is no residual ozone.
By getting used to the benefits we not only use physical parts of our bodies we do not use under normal circumstances but we also get used to the feeling of being capable of doing things with higher efficiency.
For instance, Dutch national shorttrack team coach Jeroen Otter has developed a method to allow dutch shorttrack skaters to get used to the elevated tracks in Salt lake city, location of the upcoming ISU world cup, this while exercising at sea level in the Netherlands. The team developed a jet engine to be mounted on athletes backs in order to boost speeds up to the levels to be expected at the Salt lake city skating facilities. Speed comes with different usage of muscles and creates a state of mind used to better performance. It is this new state of mind that can lead to better performance even when not being boosted by a jet engine (or an energy drink)
Nightwatch is not simply a blend of sugar and additives.
Developing Nightwatch was a complicated proces, from cultivating guayusa in Ecuador to brewing Nightwatch at the Pfanner factory in Austria took us, in all its complexity, 6 years. Nightwatch is just getting ready to be seriously marketed. It will soon be available in stores near you!
Meanwhile you can order in our webshop.
Yes,
At the moment Nightwatch is available at the Kriterion gas station!
You can find Kriterion at IJburglaan 11 right next to the A10 in Zeeburg, Amsterdam
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully Skal/EU Organic certified.
The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
It took Nightwatch years to comply to these strict conditions. (talking about focus!)
Ask for it!
You could send Nightwatch contact details of the person you asked and the shop adress and the Nightwatch sales team will contact them.
We co-share office facilities at Offices for you. This way you can share an office with other start-up and already established companies. We feel sharing our office essentials, rather than being the sole user of equipment, is very sustainable.
Yes,
We check our guayusa leaf for contaminants.
The highly acknowledged team of Pfanner is a guarantee for production according to EU guidelines and regulations.
Once canned or bottled Nightwatch is distributed by proffesional partners.
Nightwatch does not accept donations but here's a list of NGO's we financially support;
Feel free to donate!!
Yes,
the easiest way to organise a home event is to buy a 24 pack and get going.
For a proffesional event you can contact us:
No,
Not at the moment, but we are working on it.
Yes,
Thank you for your interest!
Navigate to our website: Nightwatchdrink
A pop up will appear where you can register, our news letter holds deals and promotions!
Our office is located at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam. It was build in 1928 and is still very much in use almost a century later. In an age where offices are built and being disposed of in a mere decade, office buildings don’t come very much more sustainable than ours. The location provides us with excellent public transportation acces which is something we value quite highly.
Yes,
Nighwatch pays them a healthy price for their guayusa harvest, directly to them no middlemen. Nightwach has donated funds to purchase leaf drying equipment so they can dry their harvest without middlemen owning drying equipment taking a chunk of the profit.
As Nightwatch grows our conrtibutions to these projects will increase.
Yes,
Unfortunately, sometimes they are,
Quichua tribes live in small communities making a living farming small crops. It is not easy to support the community this way. Costs for middleman with equipment for drying harvests, transport costs of produce to market etc. diminish profits. By donating to NGO's specialising in training communities Nightwatch helps prevent exploitation.
Nightwatch donates to several organisations,
Mainly NGO's operating in Ecuador, we sponsor scholarhsips, educational projects and we plant trees.
As Nightwatch makes more profit we will increase our commitment. (that means donate more).
There's no set donation percentage yet, Nightwatch will need to grow substantially before our accountant can set a percentage.
Yes,
We initiate projects to help Quichua communities develop better cultivation methods and to be able to profit from their traditional knowledge.
Quichua communities use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night. Hence the name Nightwatch.
Not at the moment,
Legislature for environmental taxation of beverage producers is vague and under revision. Nightwatch reserves money to pay these taxes as soon as it is required.
Meanwhile Nightwatch donates to reforestation projects in Ecuador. Nightwatch feels obliged to do so.
Yes,
Nightwatch does so by donating to NGO's preventing poverty and illiterism. We donate to reforestation projects, We have donated funds for guayusa harvest drying equipment.
As nightwatch grows so will the level of our commitment and donations.
In order to promote Nightwatch...
Nightwatch is a growing brand, we feel socialy responsible and have set many sustainability goals. In order to reach the targets we set we need, plainly put, money. Promotions are a proven marketing tool to give publicity to growing brands such as Nightwatch and are proven to increase sales. Besides that it gives Nightwatch an opportunity to reward buyers for their support.
Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Sweetness, naturally clean taste and slightly sweet finish and a silky mouthfeel.
No,
Nightwatch is aware of hidden sugars such as deionized apple juice. This is regular apple juice passed through an ion exchange resin in order to strip the juice of flavour, color and mineral content basically leaving just a sugar syrup. This sugar syrup can still be called "apple juice". Producers add this syrup to thousands of products just so they can avoid to have "added sugar" on their labels. Its a very comon marketing trick. Nightwatch does not add sugar nor deionized apple, pineapple, grape or other sugar syrups. Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of total carbpohydrates per 100 ml.
Yes,
A high glycemic index (GI) causes a rapid rise in your blood sugar level. This results in getting the feeling of a 'rush', but quickly after that, you will experience an 'empty' feeling that makes you feel hungry again. A rapid rise in blood sugar levels also causes your body to generate a lot of insulin to quickly store the sugars as glycogen or triglycerides. In other words, if you do not use this energy immediately, it will be converted into fat. In addition, it will also increase the cholesterol levels. This is the main cause of cardiovascular disease. The rapid fluctuations in your insulin levels further cause an insensitivity to insulin, you will feel the need to get more and more energy. This is harmful to the pancreas in the long term.
A low GI on the other side, gives you a long lasting energy without layered feelings or a crash and thus prevents feelings of hunger. It improves your mood by slowly increasing and balancing the release of serotonin. It reduces the risk of diabetes 2 and protects against cardiovascular disease.
Yes,
It helps to stay awake,
However Nightwatch does not recommend driving a car when you are sleepy. When driving long distances please, please, please make sure you are well rested and take a fifteen minute break every two hours of driving. Try to not exceed eight hours of driving per day. Drive safely, stay focussed.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains no traces of nuts.
Yes,
Nightwatch provides at least the same amount of energy as all other energy drinks, currently 32mg of caffeine per 100ml. Or 80mg per 250 ml can and 105mg per 330ml bottle. Other actives make Nightwatch differ from these drinks though. Longer lasting plant based energy, composed, designed and tweaked by nature, straight from the Ilex guayusa plant.
No,
The guayusa farmers use no pesticides, fertilizers or any other substance for the production of guayusa. We are also SKAL certified.
Yes,
It can be grown in greenhouses.
Traditionally guayusa is used to brew a tea for more energy.
Yes, it does.
When not exceeding the recommended dosage, the caffeine in Nightwatch may elevate mood and brain function. Furthermore, it supplies the body with essential vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants.
No,
Nightwatch does not contain any gluten.
Yes,
Guayusa, the main ingredient of Nightwatch, is used by members of the Quichua tribe in the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle as a stomach tonic and a diuretic.
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Yes,
Caffeine is a stimulant and it works partly by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system. Speeding up the heart and breathing, making you feel more alert, and increasing muscle tension. This is why Nightwatch works very well for physical activities like sports.
Yes,
If you consume the same amount of caffeine on a daily basis, you develop a tolerance to it. Other factors like; age, body mass, and overall health can determine your tolerance to caffeine too.
It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day. Exceeding this might cause symptoms like headaches, insomnia, digestive issues or a rapid heart rate. Nightwatch recommends to not exceed 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
Caffeine stimulates the production of adrenaline, when doing sports that also increase adrenaline (norepifedrine is the scientific term) the effects might add up.
Yes,
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
You can drink Nightwatch instead of using vitamins, but there are many different types of vitamins which Nightwatch doesn't contain.
Nightwatch is not a substitute but is a source of some vitamins. (Nightwatch has initiated research to tell you which vitamins exactly)
Remember: neither Nightwatch nor supplemental vitamin products are a substitute for a healthy diet!
Nightwatch does contain a high value of antioxidants.
No,
Ilex guayusa (nor your lungs) is not intended for smoking.
And all active constituents would be destroyed by the heat of combustion
Nightwatch advises against smoking anything.
Creativity is a very personal interpretation. Some people get much more creative and productive after consuming a caffeinated drink, for others they prefer to be in a very mellow state to let the inspiration flow.
Nightwatch give you focus & power but the creativity is all you! (remember this!)
Yes,
Nightwatch contains caffeïne and other activating caffeïne like substances naturally present in the Ilex guayusa plant. When combined with other caffeïne containing drinks such as coffee your intake of caffeïne will be larger.
There is a daily recommended dose of 5 cans a day. In general 400 mg is the maximum daily intake.
Overconsumption of caffeïne can lead to restlesness and unease.
If you are on medication you should check to see if consumption of caffeïne does not interfere with your medication.
Yes,
The guayusa is grown organically (SKAL certified) and predried with solar energy. The last drying step is done in an energy efficient drying facility which is on natural gas for the time being but we will switch to biogas in the near future.
Yes,
Nightwatch has funded a feasibility study for growing guayusa in Dutch green houses.
Currently several plants are being cultivated in a heated greenhouse to get them through the winter period. The plants are doing well but it is too early to state if they can be grown sustainably and economically viable in greenhouses.
This study will reach completion this summer 2019.
More information will be forthcoming.
Forests,
Ilex Guaysusa grows in Ecuador, Peru and Colombia.
Strains growing in Ecuador have a softer more refined flavour than strains growing in Peru and Colombia.
Guayusa grows best in its natural habitat. As consumption grows so will demand of guayusa. In order to prevent cutting of trees to plant more guaysua Nightwatch donates to several educational and reforestation projects in Ecuador.
Pregnant and lactating women should avoid too much caffeine.
Legality,
Both Ilex guayusa and Erythroxylum coca are plants with activating secondary metabolites. They even share the same general habitat and are locally used to energize by the population. Guayusa leafs are boiled for effect and coca leafs are chewed.
However, the legal status of Erythroxylum coca and its isolated product cocaine make it a major factor in the suppression of farmers, the burning of forests and numerous deaths related to production of cocaine and its illicit export.
Guayusa is legal, nourishing and peacefully cultivated and harvested.
Yes you can,
Nightwatch is often used as a pre-workout. Popular pre-workouts can contain up to 450 mg of caffeïne per 7,5 gram scoop. Research shows us more caffeïne is not necessarily better for your workout, it even show us performance with less caffeïne (3 to 6 mg per kg bodyweight) is just as effective as performance with higer doses (9 mg per kg bodyweight).
You could conlude; 80 mg of caffeïne used as a pre-workout can be just as effective as a pre-workout scoop containing 250 mg of caffeïne.
A Nightwatch 250 ml can contains 80 mg of caffeïne. A 330 ml bottle 105,6 mg.
Dont forget Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when scooping or even double scooping pre-workout products.
Yes,
Nightwatch promotes mixing with non alcoholic beverages. Since caffeïne can mask the signs of alcohol intoxication Nighwatch would like you to reconsider mixing with alcohol.
Nightwatch energy is natural.
All activating substances in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew it. Nightwatch energy lasts longer and feels more balanced. Guayusa has numerous health benefits, Nightwatch is low in sugar and all sugars present are solely from the fruit juices we use to sweeten. Nightwatch ingredients have never seen a laboratory. The energizing effect was designed by nature exclusively for the Ilex guayusa plant.
Nightwatch is officially labeled with the EU Biologisch, Vegan, Gluten-free certificates. If you navigate in the menu to about us -> certificates you will see an overview of which other certificates we are aiming to get in the near future.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't want to squeeze the guayusa farmers for lower prices.
Thank you for understanding.
Yes,
Given there are enough activating compounds present, such as caffeïne, it will give you energy. Consider a double espresso without sugar…..that’ll give you quite a (short) boost.
The official definition:
A beverage containing multiple ingredients which serve, with expressed intent, one or more facets of perceived neurological and/or psychophysiological efficiency.
In general this is what a beverage needs to be an ‘energydrink’
- several ingredients know to boost energy
- expression of intent to increase energy
‘Energy’ can be either a boost in mental stamina, mental efficiency, alertness or anything else perceived as a brain boost. Promises of purely physical energy boosts do not qualify.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains about the same amount of caffeïne per ml. as most energy drinks.
But...
Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds absent in these regular energy drinks. Compounds such as Theobromine, Theophylline and L-Theanine. Naturally present compounds mind you, not composed in labs or synthethic but simply nature's way of doing things. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when drinking coffee or artificially caffeinated energy drinks.
Sugar,
Mainly large amounts of added sugar. Nightwatch sweetens using fruit juice and does not add anything artificial. A natural energy drink. Curently 4,2 grams per 100 ml. 4,2 grams of naturally present fruit sugars mind you! We do not add any sugar or sweeteners (artificial or heavily processed)
You can use,
Nightwatch as a pre-workout drink since it will energize you. If you experience a dip in energy during your workout, Nightwatch wil keep you going just that little bit longer and after you're done it will invigorate you and quench your thirst.
No.
The deposit system for bottles was devised to encourage consumers to recycle glass. Today it is cheaper and less resources are used to just recyle glass using recyle bins. Also it is easier to mechanicaly sort glas from household garbage. In the Netherlands about 90% of glass is recycled.
No difference as far as the drink goes.
Environmentally, aluminum has a lesser footprint than glass. Its not as heavy which makes it cheaper to transport but the most important factor is the recyclability of aluminum. In the Netherlands 95% of aluminium is recycled. Aluminium can be recycled indefinitely with no loss in quality.
No,
PET bottles are environmentally unfriendly.
Anytime,
Do consider; Nightwatch activates and energizes..
Maybe not what you need right before you want to sleep..
Nightwatch contains caffeine and other central nervous system stimulants. Nightwatch gives you focus and increases attention and it will also diminish your ability to judge if you had enough alcohol to drink. This can lead to overindulgence. You are free to do as you please but Nightwatch would like you to reconsider combinations with alcohol.
Yes,
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No.
Guayusa (Ilex) is a different plant species. It is related to the holly and native to the Amazon rainforests. Even though it is no tea, it is prepared the same way. ‘Tea’ refers to Camellia sinensis originating from South-East Asia. Green, black and white teas are all derived from this plant; the harvesting and drying process determines the flavour of the tea. Guayusa has a naturally soft and mild taste and is harvested, dried and processed as you would a green tea.
Tooth decay has a number of causes. The main cause being : lack of oral hygiene. When we do not brush our theeth you'll end up with cavaties. Another cause of tooth erosion is acidic foods or beverages. Any food or beverage with a Ph lower than 6 weakens the enamel guarding your teeth. The more acidic the speedier its effect. This goes for sour fruits, salads with vinegar, vitamin C chewing tablets and unfortunately also for a drink such as Nightwatch.
In order to be able to preserve Nightwatch without using some of the chemicals present in many products, Nightwatch has a Ph of 3,7. This acidity doesn’t allow the microbial activity that would make Nightwatch ferment in the container. In other words: it doesn't go bad.
Fementation is also prevented by pasteurization. It is the balance between Nightwatch’s 4,2gr/100ml carbohydrate content, the 3,7 Ph acidity and pasteurization that allows us to be free of preservatives. This is a good thing!
But yes, when consuming any food or beverage: please maintain good oral hygiene. And we advise you to prevent tooth erosion by rinsing your mouth with water after consuming any acidic food or beverage! As this helps neutralize acidity levels.
Yes, Nightwatch is pasteurized.
Pasteurization is a process in which water and certain packaged and non-packaged foods (such as milk and fruit juice) are treated with mild heat, to be precise 73 °C, to eliminate pathogens and extend shelf life without the need to use conservatives or chemical agents. It is requiered by law to pasteurize drinks like Nightwatch. Rightly so, since unpasteurized drinks containing sugars would ferment causing the bottle to explode due to increasing co2 pressure. Nightwatch bottles are pastuerized after filling and capping thus preserving flavour. Cans are flash pasteurized seconds before being canned.
The taste that is often referred to as energy is developed in a labaratory. Nightwatch is 100% plant-based, therefore, Nightwatch' taste is natural and will give you natural energy.
You got a point there! Caffeine is a natural ingredient occuring in multiple products. However, a lot of energy drinks often use cafeïne derived from industries that use harsh chemicals to extract it from coffee. These chemicals can be present as a residue. Or they use synthetic caffeine which is not likely to be certified as vegan.
Nightwatch' caffeine is naturally present in the guayusa leaf we sustainably cultivate and harvest in a Equadorian rainforest project.
Make your choice!
Researching the Ilex Guayusa plant, we found it contains high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day. Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
- Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
- Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
- 15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
- L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
- Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
- Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
- It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Unfortunately not much research has been done regarding the effects of caffeine on children because of the age-group. As the knowledge is limited regarding the possible effects of caffeine on youngsters, we recommend children under age 14 to not consume any Nightwatch, nor any other caffeinated drinks. Children are at risk because their nerve system might get affected by caffeine. Until age 18 we recommend to only consume a maximum of 1 caffeinated drink per day.
We officially don’t have the label yet, but we did requested it. Soon we hope to print it on our labels. As Nightwatch contains only 4.2 grams of sugar per 100 ml, we will be placed in the A segment of the Nutriscore. It’s a ‘A to E’ scale, meaning that letter A on green background indicates that the product scores well for nutritional value. A product with a red E is one you should eat or drink moderately.
The algorithm gives points for each element in the nutrition table (per 100 g or ml) - that means bad nutrients (energy, sugars, saturated fatty acids, salt) as well as good nutrients (proteins, fibre, percentage of fruit, vegetables & nuts).
Yes, aqueous extracts from dried leaves of Ilex guayusa are permitted. See: EU regulations 258/97 article 5.
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully BIO SKAL/EU organic certified.
The EU organic logo gives visual identity to European Union produced organic products sold in the EU. This makes it easier for EU based consumers to identify organic products The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
Nightwatch also has Vegan Society certification.
We recommend you finish drinking your Nightwatch drink 24 hours after opening. You can keep it in the fridge for longer but it will likely lose the fizz.
Polyphenols are a type of antioxidant, they help protect the body against oxidative stress.
Guayusa is a potent source of antioxidants and only raw cacao powder has more antioxidants than brewed guayusa.
The guayusa leaf contains L-theanine, it is a type of amino acid that the brains promotes relaxation. When combined with caffeine, it counteracts the jitters and increased heart rate often associated with caffeine. You will be able to enjoy a smooth long lasting energy without crashing.
We do not add sugar,
We only add fruit juice to refresh the flavor of the drink, a drink should off course taste very good. Also a little bit of low glycemic index fruit sugar adds to the experience of Nightwatch.
We have a maximum recommended daily intake. Anything can be misused, like coffee, but because of the low sugar content Nightwatch is much less likely to be abused than traditional high sugar content energy drinks.
No,
Every country has their own rules concerning sugar content. Some countries even completely banned the sales of high sugary energy drinks and many the sales to minors.
More and more guayusa drinks are entering the market since people are discovering the great effect of the guayusa leaf. Nightwatch is happy with this development, we are are all on the same page in offering people better and healthier alternatives to the ‘first generation’ energy drinks. Nightwatch is the first European guayusa energy-drink, we brew from fresh leaves, we have our own drying facility in Ecuador to ensure the maximum preservation of flavor, taste and actives like xanthines, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Nightwatch has been playing with these parameters for years to create great taste and effect. Nightwatch has created a special flavor blend made from flowers that resonates with the flavor and effect of guayusa. Amongst other things, Nightwatch has set up an independant foundation to preserve the knowledge of the indigenous people from the Amazon: Greenmatters foundation.
This makes Nightwatch the unique all natural energydrink.
One is not better or worse than the other, they are chemically identical. What makes guayusa caffeine better for your health are the accompanying xanthine alkaloids like L-theanine which is known for its relaxing properties and hence lessen some of the less desired side effects of caffeine.
The all natural ingredients contain: minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Besides natural caffeine Guayusa contains beneficial actives like L-theanine and Guanidine. Furthermore the low amount of low glycemic index fruit sugars (4,2gr/100ml) are a more healthy alternative to the high levels of refined sugar most energy drinks contain.
It’s the Ilex guayusa plant’s survival strategy to be extremely beneficial to its users. By means of complex natural selection and taking thousands of years, guayusa is now perfectly tuned in to its users and gives them an advantage in day to day life. The plant creates a unique set off molecules, supporting us and giving us a head-start. Such beneficial plants are cherished by mankind and so secure their continuity. There are many partnerships like this between man and plant in nature.
Nature is symbiotic by nature. Thats what we mean by natural.
Naturally you might just toss all sorts of chemicals and left over material from other industries in your lab, blend them with a selection of e-numbers, lots of sugar and synthetic or heavily processed natural sweeteners into a drink and naturally you can call this drink natural. Off-course you can. But the consumer is becoming more aware of these things and chooses something less artificial.
Because it is not allowed.
What people call “stevia" is actually the refined isolated and concentrated chemical E960. Steviolglycosides have chemically been stripped of everything that’s good for us. Minerals and other naturally beneficial compounds have been removed to get a highly concentrated product. Stevia leaf is natural, white crystalline stevia powder or concentrated stevia syrup is certainly not natural. The leaf is “only” some 35 times sweeter than sugar and contains all the minerals and compounds the body needs to process stevia. Heavily processed and chemically refined Stevia E960 is 300 times sweeter than sugar and has been stripped of anything natural by industry. We should choose for green stevia powder but this is not legally available.
Our brains need a blood sugar level of about 5 grams per 100ml to function. Any beverage or food with a sugar content lower than 5 grams per 100 ml could actually help you get rid of your sugar addiction. A product that contains say “40 % less sugar” but is boosted to the same experience of extreme sweetness by adding synthetic sweeteners or E960 (stevia) will keep you in the same place: addicted to extreme sweetness.
Nightwatch has chosen to not add anything artificial, no E-numbers, no synthetics and presently we choose to contain less than 5 grams of low glycemic index plant sugars per 100 ml. (currently 4,2 grams per 100 ml)
Yes,
The Guayusa trees are grown in ‘Chacras’ according to ancient permaculture like techniques. No pesticides, fertilizers or any other chemicals are used during cultivation.. Only fresh young leaves are hand selected during the harvest by people who have been working with this tree for many generations.
Yes,
The environment, weather influences but mostly the terroir, meaning the composition of the earth makes up the ‘food’ for the guayusa trees. Different terroir means different flavor and effect. More sun means more focus and power.
The Napo region in Ecuador,
This terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available. Furthermore our Guayusa gets a special drying treatment at very low temperatures immediately after harvesting to ensure the levels of anti-oxidants and the unique blend of beneficial actives are preserved all the way to the can or bottle.
Our Guayusa comes from the Napo region Ecuador, it is said the Napo region is like the ‘Champagne’ of the Guayusa trees where the best Guayusa come from.
The Napo terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available.
Easy,
In the Ecuadorian jungle, the guayusa plant converts the energy of the star that gives us life, the sun, into a beautiful plant. The special blend of energy from this plant gets distracted and added to the cold brew of Nightwatch. Powered by the sun and focussed by guayusa, nature’s literally found a way to put the sun in Nightwatch..
It’s kind of extreme and off-course; energy is energy, but this type of energy is the positive energy we are talking about.
Nature goes to the extreme to put the sun in Nightwatch.
All we can do is direct you to our Webshop
No.
Nightwatch is happy to inform you: no animals were harmed during producing Nightwatch. Neither do we add anything synthetic. No synthetic taurine or anything else. The energy in Nightwatch is natural. It comes to you as designed by nature in the Ilex guayusa plant.
The nightwatch Vegan certification would absolutely not allow animal products to be added nor would our Skal/Eu organic certification allow for the adition of synthetic taurine.
No,
Nightwatch is no substitute for sleep. Even though Nightwatch may keep you going longer, after you've had your fun or at the end of your working day you should rest.
Gua-what?
The Ilex guayusa plant has played a role in rituals and lives of several Ecuadorian jungle communities for no less than 2000 years! The one community utilizing it intensively to this day is the Ecuadorian Quichua tribe. They cultivate and harvest our premium guayusa leaf. The secret knowledge about cultivation and use of Guayusa spread from the Inca empire a long time ago. They say a daily cup of tea brewed from this invigorating, uplifting plant gives strength, focus and endurance all day long.
Researching the plant, we found it to contain high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't add any extra caffeine. All the energy and good vibes you get from drinking Nightwatch comes from the Guayusa plant.
No,
Nightwatch uses only fruit juices to sweeten the guayusa brew.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams naturally present fruit sugars per 100 ml.
No sugars, no sweeteners, artificial or heavily processed, are added.
Extracts from dried leaves of ilex guayusa (91%) (water, guayusa), agave nectar, grape juice from grape concentrate, apple juice from apple concentrate, lemon from lemon concentrate, natural flavourings, carbon dioxide.
* All our ingredients are organic
No,
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not advisable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams per 100 ml.
Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of natural sugars per 100 ml all from organic fruit concentrates. No sugar is added and we keep calories low.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
There's nothing here to scare coffee drinkers. A cup of coffee can contain up to 200 mg of caffeïne.
Our recomended daily maximum consumption is 4 bottles of Nightwatch. It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
It comes down to a max of 4 - 330ml bottles and 5 - 250ml cans per day.
For almost everyone,
Students drink Nightwatch to stay focused when they’re studying, entrepreneurs to get things done, sportsmen drink it to enhance their performance. Nightwatch is also an excellent thirst-quencher at parties and festivals. Our Nightwatch Bar can often be found at such events, enabling you to party all night in a healthy way without having to deal with a hangover the next day.
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not suitable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding. It is also not suitable for children.
Guayusa is a sacred herb.
The Quichua live to be very old and even in their eighties, they are often fit and healthy enough to go hunting, even in a challenging environment such as the rainforest. They also use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night during rituals. Hence the name Nightwatch. It gives them the energy to start the day, go hunting and cultivate their gardens. Life in the Amazon is hard and intense and the Indians claim it would be impossible to survive without guayusa. Now we too can use their secret to conquer our own jungle and get and stay empowered while at the same time we help the Amazon and its inhabitants to preserve their environment and culture.
Xanthine alkaloids,
Nightwatch contains Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (coffee, tea), Theobromine (cocao, tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew Nightwatch. They are bound in a complex way releasing their energy slowly over time without the energy highs and lows you can experience from drinking coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
Besides it’s Xanthine effect, it has high ORAC values (anti-oxidants), almost twice as values found in regular green tea. It contains L-Theanine, shown to relax the central nerve system. Guanidine has hypoglycemic properties, lowering blood sugar levels and helps prevent a quick rise in sugar uptake.
Ecuador, Peru, Colombia
Guayusa grows in the upper course of the Amazon. Nightwatch gets the leaves only from Ecuador, which is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. In order to ensure that the guayusa is cultivated organically and sustainably, we only work with farmers who are inspected annually.
No,
There is no chance of PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon). After having been picked and washed, the guayusa leaves are checked for quality and pre dried in open air. The pre-dried leaves are carefully transported to our facility in Quito, where the final product is prepared using a gas oven at a controlled temperature. Our guayusa is not roasted or smoked - these are the processes that could cause the presence of PAH - as is often the case in yerba mate.
No, because Nightwatch contains grape extract and grapes are unfortunately not kosher, unless they are only touched by Jews.
The restrictions on grape products derive from the laws against using products of idolatry. Wine was commonly used in the rituals of all ancient religions, and wine was routinely sanctified for pagan purposes while it was being processed. For this reason, use of wines and other grape products made by non-Jews was prohibited.
Nothing that will scare coffee drinkers..
A dose of 5 grams (an average tea bag) contains about 20-30 mg of caffeine. Each bottle of Nightwatch contains 102.3 mg.
A single cup of coffee can contain up to 200mg caffeine.
Somewhat yes,
Guayusa (Ilex guayusa), from the upper course of the Amazon, is related to yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis), but yerba mate comes from the Atlantic rainforest. Both are caffeinated rainforest plants and part of the holly family. Guayusa and yerba mate both contain healthy polyphenols and caffeine, offering consumers extended energy.
Ingredients Nightwatch (per 100ml):
Water: 91%
Cafeine: 31mg
Number of kcal: 18
Number of KJ: 75
Number of grams carbohydrates: 4.2
Number of grams sugars: 4.2
Number of grams fats: <0.5
Does it contain allergens: No
Number of allergens: 0
Number of grams monounsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyunsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyols: 0
Number of grams saturated fatty acids: 0
Number of grams fibers: 0
Number of grams starch: 0
Number of grams salt: 0
Logistics
No.
There are no pesticides, chemicals or any other agents used in growing, harvesting, disinfecting or processing guayusa. Ozonated water is used to disinfect the guayusa before drying. This is allowed by organic certifiers under USDA organic and EU organic regulations. Ozone is natural and disappears quickly, 10 minutes after exposure with the environment there is no residual ozone.
By getting used to the benefits we not only use physical parts of our bodies we do not use under normal circumstances but we also get used to the feeling of being capable of doing things with higher efficiency.
For instance, Dutch national shorttrack team coach Jeroen Otter has developed a method to allow dutch shorttrack skaters to get used to the elevated tracks in Salt lake city, location of the upcoming ISU world cup, this while exercising at sea level in the Netherlands. The team developed a jet engine to be mounted on athletes backs in order to boost speeds up to the levels to be expected at the Salt lake city skating facilities. Speed comes with different usage of muscles and creates a state of mind used to better performance. It is this new state of mind that can lead to better performance even when not being boosted by a jet engine (or an energy drink)
Nightwatch is not simply a blend of sugar and additives.
Developing Nightwatch was a complicated proces, from cultivating guayusa in Ecuador to brewing Nightwatch at the Pfanner factory in Austria took us, in all its complexity, 6 years. Nightwatch is just getting ready to be seriously marketed. It will soon be available in stores near you!
Meanwhile you can order in our webshop.
Yes,
At the moment Nightwatch is available at the Kriterion gas station!
You can find Kriterion at IJburglaan 11 right next to the A10 in Zeeburg, Amsterdam
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully Skal/EU Organic certified.
The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
It took Nightwatch years to comply to these strict conditions. (talking about focus!)
Ask for it!
You could send Nightwatch contact details of the person you asked and the shop adress and the Nightwatch sales team will contact them.
We co-share office facilities at Offices for you. This way you can share an office with other start-up and already established companies. We feel sharing our office essentials, rather than being the sole user of equipment, is very sustainable.
Yes,
We check our guayusa leaf for contaminants.
The highly acknowledged team of Pfanner is a guarantee for production according to EU guidelines and regulations.
Once canned or bottled Nightwatch is distributed by proffesional partners.
Nightwatch does not accept donations but here's a list of NGO's we financially support;
Feel free to donate!!
Yes,
the easiest way to organise a home event is to buy a 24 pack and get going.
For a proffesional event you can contact us:
No,
Not at the moment, but we are working on it.
Yes,
Thank you for your interest!
Navigate to our website: Nightwatchdrink
A pop up will appear where you can register, our news letter holds deals and promotions!
Our office is located at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam. It was build in 1928 and is still very much in use almost a century later. In an age where offices are built and being disposed of in a mere decade, office buildings don’t come very much more sustainable than ours. The location provides us with excellent public transportation acces which is something we value quite highly.
Yes,
Nighwatch pays them a healthy price for their guayusa harvest, directly to them no middlemen. Nightwach has donated funds to purchase leaf drying equipment so they can dry their harvest without middlemen owning drying equipment taking a chunk of the profit.
As Nightwatch grows our conrtibutions to these projects will increase.
Yes,
Unfortunately, sometimes they are,
Quichua tribes live in small communities making a living farming small crops. It is not easy to support the community this way. Costs for middleman with equipment for drying harvests, transport costs of produce to market etc. diminish profits. By donating to NGO's specialising in training communities Nightwatch helps prevent exploitation.
Nightwatch donates to several organisations,
Mainly NGO's operating in Ecuador, we sponsor scholarhsips, educational projects and we plant trees.
As Nightwatch makes more profit we will increase our commitment. (that means donate more).
There's no set donation percentage yet, Nightwatch will need to grow substantially before our accountant can set a percentage.
Yes,
We initiate projects to help Quichua communities develop better cultivation methods and to be able to profit from their traditional knowledge.
Quichua communities use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night. Hence the name Nightwatch.
Not at the moment,
Legislature for environmental taxation of beverage producers is vague and under revision. Nightwatch reserves money to pay these taxes as soon as it is required.
Meanwhile Nightwatch donates to reforestation projects in Ecuador. Nightwatch feels obliged to do so.
Yes,
Nightwatch does so by donating to NGO's preventing poverty and illiterism. We donate to reforestation projects, We have donated funds for guayusa harvest drying equipment.
As nightwatch grows so will the level of our commitment and donations.
In order to promote Nightwatch...
Nightwatch is a growing brand, we feel socialy responsible and have set many sustainability goals. In order to reach the targets we set we need, plainly put, money. Promotions are a proven marketing tool to give publicity to growing brands such as Nightwatch and are proven to increase sales. Besides that it gives Nightwatch an opportunity to reward buyers for their support.
Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Sweetness, naturally clean taste and slightly sweet finish and a silky mouthfeel.
No,
Nightwatch is aware of hidden sugars such as deionized apple juice. This is regular apple juice passed through an ion exchange resin in order to strip the juice of flavour, color and mineral content basically leaving just a sugar syrup. This sugar syrup can still be called "apple juice". Producers add this syrup to thousands of products just so they can avoid to have "added sugar" on their labels. Its a very comon marketing trick. Nightwatch does not add sugar nor deionized apple, pineapple, grape or other sugar syrups. Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of total carbpohydrates per 100 ml.
Yes,
A high glycemic index (GI) causes a rapid rise in your blood sugar level. This results in getting the feeling of a 'rush', but quickly after that, you will experience an 'empty' feeling that makes you feel hungry again. A rapid rise in blood sugar levels also causes your body to generate a lot of insulin to quickly store the sugars as glycogen or triglycerides. In other words, if you do not use this energy immediately, it will be converted into fat. In addition, it will also increase the cholesterol levels. This is the main cause of cardiovascular disease. The rapid fluctuations in your insulin levels further cause an insensitivity to insulin, you will feel the need to get more and more energy. This is harmful to the pancreas in the long term.
A low GI on the other side, gives you a long lasting energy without layered feelings or a crash and thus prevents feelings of hunger. It improves your mood by slowly increasing and balancing the release of serotonin. It reduces the risk of diabetes 2 and protects against cardiovascular disease.
Yes,
It helps to stay awake,
However Nightwatch does not recommend driving a car when you are sleepy. When driving long distances please, please, please make sure you are well rested and take a fifteen minute break every two hours of driving. Try to not exceed eight hours of driving per day. Drive safely, stay focussed.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains no traces of nuts.
Yes,
Nightwatch provides at least the same amount of energy as all other energy drinks, currently 32mg of caffeine per 100ml. Or 80mg per 250 ml can and 105mg per 330ml bottle. Other actives make Nightwatch differ from these drinks though. Longer lasting plant based energy, composed, designed and tweaked by nature, straight from the Ilex guayusa plant.
No,
The guayusa farmers use no pesticides, fertilizers or any other substance for the production of guayusa. We are also SKAL certified.
Yes,
It can be grown in greenhouses.
Traditionally guayusa is used to brew a tea for more energy.
Yes, it does.
When not exceeding the recommended dosage, the caffeine in Nightwatch may elevate mood and brain function. Furthermore, it supplies the body with essential vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants.
No,
Nightwatch does not contain any gluten.
Yes,
Guayusa, the main ingredient of Nightwatch, is used by members of the Quichua tribe in the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle as a stomach tonic and a diuretic.
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Yes,
Caffeine is a stimulant and it works partly by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system. Speeding up the heart and breathing, making you feel more alert, and increasing muscle tension. This is why Nightwatch works very well for physical activities like sports.
Yes,
If you consume the same amount of caffeine on a daily basis, you develop a tolerance to it. Other factors like; age, body mass, and overall health can determine your tolerance to caffeine too.
It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day. Exceeding this might cause symptoms like headaches, insomnia, digestive issues or a rapid heart rate. Nightwatch recommends to not exceed 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
Caffeine stimulates the production of adrenaline, when doing sports that also increase adrenaline (norepifedrine is the scientific term) the effects might add up.
Yes,
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
You can drink Nightwatch instead of using vitamins, but there are many different types of vitamins which Nightwatch doesn't contain.
Nightwatch is not a substitute but is a source of some vitamins. (Nightwatch has initiated research to tell you which vitamins exactly)
Remember: neither Nightwatch nor supplemental vitamin products are a substitute for a healthy diet!
Nightwatch does contain a high value of antioxidants.
No,
Ilex guayusa (nor your lungs) is not intended for smoking.
And all active constituents would be destroyed by the heat of combustion
Nightwatch advises against smoking anything.
Creativity is a very personal interpretation. Some people get much more creative and productive after consuming a caffeinated drink, for others they prefer to be in a very mellow state to let the inspiration flow.
Nightwatch give you focus & power but the creativity is all you! (remember this!)
Yes,
Nightwatch contains caffeïne and other activating caffeïne like substances naturally present in the Ilex guayusa plant. When combined with other caffeïne containing drinks such as coffee your intake of caffeïne will be larger.
There is a daily recommended dose of 5 cans a day. In general 400 mg is the maximum daily intake.
Overconsumption of caffeïne can lead to restlesness and unease.
If you are on medication you should check to see if consumption of caffeïne does not interfere with your medication.
Yes,
The guayusa is grown organically (SKAL certified) and predried with solar energy. The last drying step is done in an energy efficient drying facility which is on natural gas for the time being but we will switch to biogas in the near future.
Yes,
Nightwatch has funded a feasibility study for growing guayusa in Dutch green houses.
Currently several plants are being cultivated in a heated greenhouse to get them through the winter period. The plants are doing well but it is too early to state if they can be grown sustainably and economically viable in greenhouses.
This study will reach completion this summer 2019.
More information will be forthcoming.
Forests,
Ilex Guaysusa grows in Ecuador, Peru and Colombia.
Strains growing in Ecuador have a softer more refined flavour than strains growing in Peru and Colombia.
Guayusa grows best in its natural habitat. As consumption grows so will demand of guayusa. In order to prevent cutting of trees to plant more guaysua Nightwatch donates to several educational and reforestation projects in Ecuador.
Pregnant and lactating women should avoid too much caffeine.
Legality,
Both Ilex guayusa and Erythroxylum coca are plants with activating secondary metabolites. They even share the same general habitat and are locally used to energize by the population. Guayusa leafs are boiled for effect and coca leafs are chewed.
However, the legal status of Erythroxylum coca and its isolated product cocaine make it a major factor in the suppression of farmers, the burning of forests and numerous deaths related to production of cocaine and its illicit export.
Guayusa is legal, nourishing and peacefully cultivated and harvested.
Yes you can,
Nightwatch is often used as a pre-workout. Popular pre-workouts can contain up to 450 mg of caffeïne per 7,5 gram scoop. Research shows us more caffeïne is not necessarily better for your workout, it even show us performance with less caffeïne (3 to 6 mg per kg bodyweight) is just as effective as performance with higer doses (9 mg per kg bodyweight).
You could conlude; 80 mg of caffeïne used as a pre-workout can be just as effective as a pre-workout scoop containing 250 mg of caffeïne.
A Nightwatch 250 ml can contains 80 mg of caffeïne. A 330 ml bottle 105,6 mg.
Dont forget Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when scooping or even double scooping pre-workout products.
Yes,
Nightwatch promotes mixing with non alcoholic beverages. Since caffeïne can mask the signs of alcohol intoxication Nighwatch would like you to reconsider mixing with alcohol.
Nightwatch energy is natural.
All activating substances in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew it. Nightwatch energy lasts longer and feels more balanced. Guayusa has numerous health benefits, Nightwatch is low in sugar and all sugars present are solely from the fruit juices we use to sweeten. Nightwatch ingredients have never seen a laboratory. The energizing effect was designed by nature exclusively for the Ilex guayusa plant.
Nightwatch is officially labeled with the EU Biologisch, Vegan, Gluten-free certificates. If you navigate in the menu to about us -> certificates you will see an overview of which other certificates we are aiming to get in the near future.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't want to squeeze the guayusa farmers for lower prices.
Thank you for understanding.
Yes,
Given there are enough activating compounds present, such as caffeïne, it will give you energy. Consider a double espresso without sugar…..that’ll give you quite a (short) boost.
The official definition:
A beverage containing multiple ingredients which serve, with expressed intent, one or more facets of perceived neurological and/or psychophysiological efficiency.
In general this is what a beverage needs to be an ‘energydrink’
- several ingredients know to boost energy
- expression of intent to increase energy
‘Energy’ can be either a boost in mental stamina, mental efficiency, alertness or anything else perceived as a brain boost. Promises of purely physical energy boosts do not qualify.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains about the same amount of caffeïne per ml. as most energy drinks.
But...
Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds absent in these regular energy drinks. Compounds such as Theobromine, Theophylline and L-Theanine. Naturally present compounds mind you, not composed in labs or synthethic but simply nature's way of doing things. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when drinking coffee or artificially caffeinated energy drinks.
Sugar,
Mainly large amounts of added sugar. Nightwatch sweetens using fruit juice and does not add anything artificial. A natural energy drink. Curently 4,2 grams per 100 ml. 4,2 grams of naturally present fruit sugars mind you! We do not add any sugar or sweeteners (artificial or heavily processed)
You can use,
Nightwatch as a pre-workout drink since it will energize you. If you experience a dip in energy during your workout, Nightwatch wil keep you going just that little bit longer and after you're done it will invigorate you and quench your thirst.
No.
The deposit system for bottles was devised to encourage consumers to recycle glass. Today it is cheaper and less resources are used to just recyle glass using recyle bins. Also it is easier to mechanicaly sort glas from household garbage. In the Netherlands about 90% of glass is recycled.
No difference as far as the drink goes.
Environmentally, aluminum has a lesser footprint than glass. Its not as heavy which makes it cheaper to transport but the most important factor is the recyclability of aluminum. In the Netherlands 95% of aluminium is recycled. Aluminium can be recycled indefinitely with no loss in quality.
No,
PET bottles are environmentally unfriendly.
Anytime,
Do consider; Nightwatch activates and energizes..
Maybe not what you need right before you want to sleep..
Nightwatch contains caffeine and other central nervous system stimulants. Nightwatch gives you focus and increases attention and it will also diminish your ability to judge if you had enough alcohol to drink. This can lead to overindulgence. You are free to do as you please but Nightwatch would like you to reconsider combinations with alcohol.
Yes,
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No.
Guayusa (Ilex) is a different plant species. It is related to the holly and native to the Amazon rainforests. Even though it is no tea, it is prepared the same way. ‘Tea’ refers to Camellia sinensis originating from South-East Asia. Green, black and white teas are all derived from this plant; the harvesting and drying process determines the flavour of the tea. Guayusa has a naturally soft and mild taste and is harvested, dried and processed as you would a green tea.
Tooth decay has a number of causes. The main cause being : lack of oral hygiene. When we do not brush our theeth you'll end up with cavaties. Another cause of tooth erosion is acidic foods or beverages. Any food or beverage with a Ph lower than 6 weakens the enamel guarding your teeth. The more acidic the speedier its effect. This goes for sour fruits, salads with vinegar, vitamin C chewing tablets and unfortunately also for a drink such as Nightwatch.
In order to be able to preserve Nightwatch without using some of the chemicals present in many products, Nightwatch has a Ph of 3,7. This acidity doesn’t allow the microbial activity that would make Nightwatch ferment in the container. In other words: it doesn't go bad.
Fementation is also prevented by pasteurization. It is the balance between Nightwatch’s 4,2gr/100ml carbohydrate content, the 3,7 Ph acidity and pasteurization that allows us to be free of preservatives. This is a good thing!
But yes, when consuming any food or beverage: please maintain good oral hygiene. And we advise you to prevent tooth erosion by rinsing your mouth with water after consuming any acidic food or beverage! As this helps neutralize acidity levels.
Yes, Nightwatch is pasteurized.
Pasteurization is a process in which water and certain packaged and non-packaged foods (such as milk and fruit juice) are treated with mild heat, to be precise 73 °C, to eliminate pathogens and extend shelf life without the need to use conservatives or chemical agents. It is requiered by law to pasteurize drinks like Nightwatch. Rightly so, since unpasteurized drinks containing sugars would ferment causing the bottle to explode due to increasing co2 pressure. Nightwatch bottles are pastuerized after filling and capping thus preserving flavour. Cans are flash pasteurized seconds before being canned.
The taste that is often referred to as energy is developed in a labaratory. Nightwatch is 100% plant-based, therefore, Nightwatch' taste is natural and will give you natural energy.
You got a point there! Caffeine is a natural ingredient occuring in multiple products. However, a lot of energy drinks often use cafeïne derived from industries that use harsh chemicals to extract it from coffee. These chemicals can be present as a residue. Or they use synthetic caffeine which is not likely to be certified as vegan.
Nightwatch' caffeine is naturally present in the guayusa leaf we sustainably cultivate and harvest in a Equadorian rainforest project.
Make your choice!
Researching the Ilex Guayusa plant, we found it contains high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day. Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
- Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
- Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
- 15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
- L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
- Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
- Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
- It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Unfortunately not much research has been done regarding the effects of caffeine on children because of the age-group. As the knowledge is limited regarding the possible effects of caffeine on youngsters, we recommend children under age 14 to not consume any Nightwatch, nor any other caffeinated drinks. Children are at risk because their nerve system might get affected by caffeine. Until age 18 we recommend to only consume a maximum of 1 caffeinated drink per day.
We officially don’t have the label yet, but we did requested it. Soon we hope to print it on our labels. As Nightwatch contains only 4.2 grams of sugar per 100 ml, we will be placed in the A segment of the Nutriscore. It’s a ‘A to E’ scale, meaning that letter A on green background indicates that the product scores well for nutritional value. A product with a red E is one you should eat or drink moderately.
The algorithm gives points for each element in the nutrition table (per 100 g or ml) - that means bad nutrients (energy, sugars, saturated fatty acids, salt) as well as good nutrients (proteins, fibre, percentage of fruit, vegetables & nuts).
Yes, aqueous extracts from dried leaves of Ilex guayusa are permitted. See: EU regulations 258/97 article 5.
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully BIO SKAL/EU organic certified.
The EU organic logo gives visual identity to European Union produced organic products sold in the EU. This makes it easier for EU based consumers to identify organic products The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
Nightwatch also has Vegan Society certification.
We recommend you finish drinking your Nightwatch drink 24 hours after opening. You can keep it in the fridge for longer but it will likely lose the fizz.
Polyphenols are a type of antioxidant, they help protect the body against oxidative stress.
Guayusa is a potent source of antioxidants and only raw cacao powder has more antioxidants than brewed guayusa.
The guayusa leaf contains L-theanine, it is a type of amino acid that the brains promotes relaxation. When combined with caffeine, it counteracts the jitters and increased heart rate often associated with caffeine. You will be able to enjoy a smooth long lasting energy without crashing.
We do not add sugar,
We only add fruit juice to refresh the flavor of the drink, a drink should off course taste very good. Also a little bit of low glycemic index fruit sugar adds to the experience of Nightwatch.
We have a maximum recommended daily intake. Anything can be misused, like coffee, but because of the low sugar content Nightwatch is much less likely to be abused than traditional high sugar content energy drinks.
No,
Every country has their own rules concerning sugar content. Some countries even completely banned the sales of high sugary energy drinks and many the sales to minors.
More and more guayusa drinks are entering the market since people are discovering the great effect of the guayusa leaf. Nightwatch is happy with this development, we are are all on the same page in offering people better and healthier alternatives to the ‘first generation’ energy drinks. Nightwatch is the first European guayusa energy-drink, we brew from fresh leaves, we have our own drying facility in Ecuador to ensure the maximum preservation of flavor, taste and actives like xanthines, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Nightwatch has been playing with these parameters for years to create great taste and effect. Nightwatch has created a special flavor blend made from flowers that resonates with the flavor and effect of guayusa. Amongst other things, Nightwatch has set up an independant foundation to preserve the knowledge of the indigenous people from the Amazon: Greenmatters foundation.
This makes Nightwatch the unique all natural energydrink.
One is not better or worse than the other, they are chemically identical. What makes guayusa caffeine better for your health are the accompanying xanthine alkaloids like L-theanine which is known for its relaxing properties and hence lessen some of the less desired side effects of caffeine.
The all natural ingredients contain: minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Besides natural caffeine Guayusa contains beneficial actives like L-theanine and Guanidine. Furthermore the low amount of low glycemic index fruit sugars (4,2gr/100ml) are a more healthy alternative to the high levels of refined sugar most energy drinks contain.
It’s the Ilex guayusa plant’s survival strategy to be extremely beneficial to its users. By means of complex natural selection and taking thousands of years, guayusa is now perfectly tuned in to its users and gives them an advantage in day to day life. The plant creates a unique set off molecules, supporting us and giving us a head-start. Such beneficial plants are cherished by mankind and so secure their continuity. There are many partnerships like this between man and plant in nature.
Nature is symbiotic by nature. Thats what we mean by natural.
Naturally you might just toss all sorts of chemicals and left over material from other industries in your lab, blend them with a selection of e-numbers, lots of sugar and synthetic or heavily processed natural sweeteners into a drink and naturally you can call this drink natural. Off-course you can. But the consumer is becoming more aware of these things and chooses something less artificial.
Because it is not allowed.
What people call “stevia" is actually the refined isolated and concentrated chemical E960. Steviolglycosides have chemically been stripped of everything that’s good for us. Minerals and other naturally beneficial compounds have been removed to get a highly concentrated product. Stevia leaf is natural, white crystalline stevia powder or concentrated stevia syrup is certainly not natural. The leaf is “only” some 35 times sweeter than sugar and contains all the minerals and compounds the body needs to process stevia. Heavily processed and chemically refined Stevia E960 is 300 times sweeter than sugar and has been stripped of anything natural by industry. We should choose for green stevia powder but this is not legally available.
Our brains need a blood sugar level of about 5 grams per 100ml to function. Any beverage or food with a sugar content lower than 5 grams per 100 ml could actually help you get rid of your sugar addiction. A product that contains say “40 % less sugar” but is boosted to the same experience of extreme sweetness by adding synthetic sweeteners or E960 (stevia) will keep you in the same place: addicted to extreme sweetness.
Nightwatch has chosen to not add anything artificial, no E-numbers, no synthetics and presently we choose to contain less than 5 grams of low glycemic index plant sugars per 100 ml. (currently 4,2 grams per 100 ml)
Yes,
The Guayusa trees are grown in ‘Chacras’ according to ancient permaculture like techniques. No pesticides, fertilizers or any other chemicals are used during cultivation.. Only fresh young leaves are hand selected during the harvest by people who have been working with this tree for many generations.
Yes,
The environment, weather influences but mostly the terroir, meaning the composition of the earth makes up the ‘food’ for the guayusa trees. Different terroir means different flavor and effect. More sun means more focus and power.
The Napo region in Ecuador,
This terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available. Furthermore our Guayusa gets a special drying treatment at very low temperatures immediately after harvesting to ensure the levels of anti-oxidants and the unique blend of beneficial actives are preserved all the way to the can or bottle.
Our Guayusa comes from the Napo region Ecuador, it is said the Napo region is like the ‘Champagne’ of the Guayusa trees where the best Guayusa come from.
The Napo terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available.
Easy,
In the Ecuadorian jungle, the guayusa plant converts the energy of the star that gives us life, the sun, into a beautiful plant. The special blend of energy from this plant gets distracted and added to the cold brew of Nightwatch. Powered by the sun and focussed by guayusa, nature’s literally found a way to put the sun in Nightwatch..
It’s kind of extreme and off-course; energy is energy, but this type of energy is the positive energy we are talking about.
Nature goes to the extreme to put the sun in Nightwatch.
All we can do is direct you to our Webshop
No.
Nightwatch is happy to inform you: no animals were harmed during producing Nightwatch. Neither do we add anything synthetic. No synthetic taurine or anything else. The energy in Nightwatch is natural. It comes to you as designed by nature in the Ilex guayusa plant.
The nightwatch Vegan certification would absolutely not allow animal products to be added nor would our Skal/Eu organic certification allow for the adition of synthetic taurine.
No,
Nightwatch is no substitute for sleep. Even though Nightwatch may keep you going longer, after you've had your fun or at the end of your working day you should rest.
Gua-what?
The Ilex guayusa plant has played a role in rituals and lives of several Ecuadorian jungle communities for no less than 2000 years! The one community utilizing it intensively to this day is the Ecuadorian Quichua tribe. They cultivate and harvest our premium guayusa leaf. The secret knowledge about cultivation and use of Guayusa spread from the Inca empire a long time ago. They say a daily cup of tea brewed from this invigorating, uplifting plant gives strength, focus and endurance all day long.
Researching the plant, we found it to contain high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't add any extra caffeine. All the energy and good vibes you get from drinking Nightwatch comes from the Guayusa plant.
No,
Nightwatch uses only fruit juices to sweeten the guayusa brew.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams naturally present fruit sugars per 100 ml.
No sugars, no sweeteners, artificial or heavily processed, are added.
Extracts from dried leaves of ilex guayusa (91%) (water, guayusa), agave nectar, grape juice from grape concentrate, apple juice from apple concentrate, lemon from lemon concentrate, natural flavourings, carbon dioxide.
* All our ingredients are organic
No,
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not advisable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams per 100 ml.
Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of natural sugars per 100 ml all from organic fruit concentrates. No sugar is added and we keep calories low.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
There's nothing here to scare coffee drinkers. A cup of coffee can contain up to 200 mg of caffeïne.
Our recomended daily maximum consumption is 4 bottles of Nightwatch. It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
It comes down to a max of 4 - 330ml bottles and 5 - 250ml cans per day.
For almost everyone,
Students drink Nightwatch to stay focused when they’re studying, entrepreneurs to get things done, sportsmen drink it to enhance their performance. Nightwatch is also an excellent thirst-quencher at parties and festivals. Our Nightwatch Bar can often be found at such events, enabling you to party all night in a healthy way without having to deal with a hangover the next day.
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not suitable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding. It is also not suitable for children.
Guayusa is a sacred herb.
The Quichua live to be very old and even in their eighties, they are often fit and healthy enough to go hunting, even in a challenging environment such as the rainforest. They also use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night during rituals. Hence the name Nightwatch. It gives them the energy to start the day, go hunting and cultivate their gardens. Life in the Amazon is hard and intense and the Indians claim it would be impossible to survive without guayusa. Now we too can use their secret to conquer our own jungle and get and stay empowered while at the same time we help the Amazon and its inhabitants to preserve their environment and culture.
Xanthine alkaloids,
Nightwatch contains Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (coffee, tea), Theobromine (cocao, tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew Nightwatch. They are bound in a complex way releasing their energy slowly over time without the energy highs and lows you can experience from drinking coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
Besides it’s Xanthine effect, it has high ORAC values (anti-oxidants), almost twice as values found in regular green tea. It contains L-Theanine, shown to relax the central nerve system. Guanidine has hypoglycemic properties, lowering blood sugar levels and helps prevent a quick rise in sugar uptake.
Ecuador, Peru, Colombia
Guayusa grows in the upper course of the Amazon. Nightwatch gets the leaves only from Ecuador, which is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. In order to ensure that the guayusa is cultivated organically and sustainably, we only work with farmers who are inspected annually.
No,
There is no chance of PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon). After having been picked and washed, the guayusa leaves are checked for quality and pre dried in open air. The pre-dried leaves are carefully transported to our facility in Quito, where the final product is prepared using a gas oven at a controlled temperature. Our guayusa is not roasted or smoked - these are the processes that could cause the presence of PAH - as is often the case in yerba mate.
No, because Nightwatch contains grape extract and grapes are unfortunately not kosher, unless they are only touched by Jews.
The restrictions on grape products derive from the laws against using products of idolatry. Wine was commonly used in the rituals of all ancient religions, and wine was routinely sanctified for pagan purposes while it was being processed. For this reason, use of wines and other grape products made by non-Jews was prohibited.
Nothing that will scare coffee drinkers..
A dose of 5 grams (an average tea bag) contains about 20-30 mg of caffeine. Each bottle of Nightwatch contains 102.3 mg.
A single cup of coffee can contain up to 200mg caffeine.
Somewhat yes,
Guayusa (Ilex guayusa), from the upper course of the Amazon, is related to yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis), but yerba mate comes from the Atlantic rainforest. Both are caffeinated rainforest plants and part of the holly family. Guayusa and yerba mate both contain healthy polyphenols and caffeine, offering consumers extended energy.
Ingredients Nightwatch (per 100ml):
Water: 91%
Cafeine: 31mg
Number of kcal: 18
Number of KJ: 75
Number of grams carbohydrates: 4.2
Number of grams sugars: 4.2
Number of grams fats: <0.5
Does it contain allergens: No
Number of allergens: 0
Number of grams monounsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyunsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyols: 0
Number of grams saturated fatty acids: 0
Number of grams fibers: 0
Number of grams starch: 0
Number of grams salt: 0
Organization
No.
There are no pesticides, chemicals or any other agents used in growing, harvesting, disinfecting or processing guayusa. Ozonated water is used to disinfect the guayusa before drying. This is allowed by organic certifiers under USDA organic and EU organic regulations. Ozone is natural and disappears quickly, 10 minutes after exposure with the environment there is no residual ozone.
By getting used to the benefits we not only use physical parts of our bodies we do not use under normal circumstances but we also get used to the feeling of being capable of doing things with higher efficiency.
For instance, Dutch national shorttrack team coach Jeroen Otter has developed a method to allow dutch shorttrack skaters to get used to the elevated tracks in Salt lake city, location of the upcoming ISU world cup, this while exercising at sea level in the Netherlands. The team developed a jet engine to be mounted on athletes backs in order to boost speeds up to the levels to be expected at the Salt lake city skating facilities. Speed comes with different usage of muscles and creates a state of mind used to better performance. It is this new state of mind that can lead to better performance even when not being boosted by a jet engine (or an energy drink)
Nightwatch is not simply a blend of sugar and additives.
Developing Nightwatch was a complicated proces, from cultivating guayusa in Ecuador to brewing Nightwatch at the Pfanner factory in Austria took us, in all its complexity, 6 years. Nightwatch is just getting ready to be seriously marketed. It will soon be available in stores near you!
Meanwhile you can order in our webshop.
Yes,
At the moment Nightwatch is available at the Kriterion gas station!
You can find Kriterion at IJburglaan 11 right next to the A10 in Zeeburg, Amsterdam
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully Skal/EU Organic certified.
The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
It took Nightwatch years to comply to these strict conditions. (talking about focus!)
Ask for it!
You could send Nightwatch contact details of the person you asked and the shop adress and the Nightwatch sales team will contact them.
We co-share office facilities at Offices for you. This way you can share an office with other start-up and already established companies. We feel sharing our office essentials, rather than being the sole user of equipment, is very sustainable.
Yes,
We check our guayusa leaf for contaminants.
The highly acknowledged team of Pfanner is a guarantee for production according to EU guidelines and regulations.
Once canned or bottled Nightwatch is distributed by proffesional partners.
Nightwatch does not accept donations but here's a list of NGO's we financially support;
Feel free to donate!!
Yes,
the easiest way to organise a home event is to buy a 24 pack and get going.
For a proffesional event you can contact us:
No,
Not at the moment, but we are working on it.
Yes,
Thank you for your interest!
Navigate to our website: Nightwatchdrink
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Our office is located at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam. It was build in 1928 and is still very much in use almost a century later. In an age where offices are built and being disposed of in a mere decade, office buildings don’t come very much more sustainable than ours. The location provides us with excellent public transportation acces which is something we value quite highly.
Yes,
Nighwatch pays them a healthy price for their guayusa harvest, directly to them no middlemen. Nightwach has donated funds to purchase leaf drying equipment so they can dry their harvest without middlemen owning drying equipment taking a chunk of the profit.
As Nightwatch grows our conrtibutions to these projects will increase.
Yes,
Unfortunately, sometimes they are,
Quichua tribes live in small communities making a living farming small crops. It is not easy to support the community this way. Costs for middleman with equipment for drying harvests, transport costs of produce to market etc. diminish profits. By donating to NGO's specialising in training communities Nightwatch helps prevent exploitation.
Nightwatch donates to several organisations,
Mainly NGO's operating in Ecuador, we sponsor scholarhsips, educational projects and we plant trees.
As Nightwatch makes more profit we will increase our commitment. (that means donate more).
There's no set donation percentage yet, Nightwatch will need to grow substantially before our accountant can set a percentage.
Yes,
We initiate projects to help Quichua communities develop better cultivation methods and to be able to profit from their traditional knowledge.
Quichua communities use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night. Hence the name Nightwatch.
Not at the moment,
Legislature for environmental taxation of beverage producers is vague and under revision. Nightwatch reserves money to pay these taxes as soon as it is required.
Meanwhile Nightwatch donates to reforestation projects in Ecuador. Nightwatch feels obliged to do so.
Yes,
Nightwatch does so by donating to NGO's preventing poverty and illiterism. We donate to reforestation projects, We have donated funds for guayusa harvest drying equipment.
As nightwatch grows so will the level of our commitment and donations.
In order to promote Nightwatch...
Nightwatch is a growing brand, we feel socialy responsible and have set many sustainability goals. In order to reach the targets we set we need, plainly put, money. Promotions are a proven marketing tool to give publicity to growing brands such as Nightwatch and are proven to increase sales. Besides that it gives Nightwatch an opportunity to reward buyers for their support.
Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Sweetness, naturally clean taste and slightly sweet finish and a silky mouthfeel.
No,
Nightwatch is aware of hidden sugars such as deionized apple juice. This is regular apple juice passed through an ion exchange resin in order to strip the juice of flavour, color and mineral content basically leaving just a sugar syrup. This sugar syrup can still be called "apple juice". Producers add this syrup to thousands of products just so they can avoid to have "added sugar" on their labels. Its a very comon marketing trick. Nightwatch does not add sugar nor deionized apple, pineapple, grape or other sugar syrups. Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of total carbpohydrates per 100 ml.
Yes,
A high glycemic index (GI) causes a rapid rise in your blood sugar level. This results in getting the feeling of a 'rush', but quickly after that, you will experience an 'empty' feeling that makes you feel hungry again. A rapid rise in blood sugar levels also causes your body to generate a lot of insulin to quickly store the sugars as glycogen or triglycerides. In other words, if you do not use this energy immediately, it will be converted into fat. In addition, it will also increase the cholesterol levels. This is the main cause of cardiovascular disease. The rapid fluctuations in your insulin levels further cause an insensitivity to insulin, you will feel the need to get more and more energy. This is harmful to the pancreas in the long term.
A low GI on the other side, gives you a long lasting energy without layered feelings or a crash and thus prevents feelings of hunger. It improves your mood by slowly increasing and balancing the release of serotonin. It reduces the risk of diabetes 2 and protects against cardiovascular disease.
Yes,
It helps to stay awake,
However Nightwatch does not recommend driving a car when you are sleepy. When driving long distances please, please, please make sure you are well rested and take a fifteen minute break every two hours of driving. Try to not exceed eight hours of driving per day. Drive safely, stay focussed.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains no traces of nuts.
Yes,
Nightwatch provides at least the same amount of energy as all other energy drinks, currently 32mg of caffeine per 100ml. Or 80mg per 250 ml can and 105mg per 330ml bottle. Other actives make Nightwatch differ from these drinks though. Longer lasting plant based energy, composed, designed and tweaked by nature, straight from the Ilex guayusa plant.
No,
The guayusa farmers use no pesticides, fertilizers or any other substance for the production of guayusa. We are also SKAL certified.
Yes,
It can be grown in greenhouses.
Traditionally guayusa is used to brew a tea for more energy.
Yes, it does.
When not exceeding the recommended dosage, the caffeine in Nightwatch may elevate mood and brain function. Furthermore, it supplies the body with essential vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants.
No,
Nightwatch does not contain any gluten.
Yes,
Guayusa, the main ingredient of Nightwatch, is used by members of the Quichua tribe in the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle as a stomach tonic and a diuretic.
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Yes,
Caffeine is a stimulant and it works partly by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system. Speeding up the heart and breathing, making you feel more alert, and increasing muscle tension. This is why Nightwatch works very well for physical activities like sports.
Yes,
If you consume the same amount of caffeine on a daily basis, you develop a tolerance to it. Other factors like; age, body mass, and overall health can determine your tolerance to caffeine too.
It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day. Exceeding this might cause symptoms like headaches, insomnia, digestive issues or a rapid heart rate. Nightwatch recommends to not exceed 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
Caffeine stimulates the production of adrenaline, when doing sports that also increase adrenaline (norepifedrine is the scientific term) the effects might add up.
Yes,
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
You can drink Nightwatch instead of using vitamins, but there are many different types of vitamins which Nightwatch doesn't contain.
Nightwatch is not a substitute but is a source of some vitamins. (Nightwatch has initiated research to tell you which vitamins exactly)
Remember: neither Nightwatch nor supplemental vitamin products are a substitute for a healthy diet!
Nightwatch does contain a high value of antioxidants.
No,
Ilex guayusa (nor your lungs) is not intended for smoking.
And all active constituents would be destroyed by the heat of combustion
Nightwatch advises against smoking anything.
Creativity is a very personal interpretation. Some people get much more creative and productive after consuming a caffeinated drink, for others they prefer to be in a very mellow state to let the inspiration flow.
Nightwatch give you focus & power but the creativity is all you! (remember this!)
Yes,
Nightwatch contains caffeïne and other activating caffeïne like substances naturally present in the Ilex guayusa plant. When combined with other caffeïne containing drinks such as coffee your intake of caffeïne will be larger.
There is a daily recommended dose of 5 cans a day. In general 400 mg is the maximum daily intake.
Overconsumption of caffeïne can lead to restlesness and unease.
If you are on medication you should check to see if consumption of caffeïne does not interfere with your medication.
Yes,
The guayusa is grown organically (SKAL certified) and predried with solar energy. The last drying step is done in an energy efficient drying facility which is on natural gas for the time being but we will switch to biogas in the near future.
Yes,
Nightwatch has funded a feasibility study for growing guayusa in Dutch green houses.
Currently several plants are being cultivated in a heated greenhouse to get them through the winter period. The plants are doing well but it is too early to state if they can be grown sustainably and economically viable in greenhouses.
This study will reach completion this summer 2019.
More information will be forthcoming.
Forests,
Ilex Guaysusa grows in Ecuador, Peru and Colombia.
Strains growing in Ecuador have a softer more refined flavour than strains growing in Peru and Colombia.
Guayusa grows best in its natural habitat. As consumption grows so will demand of guayusa. In order to prevent cutting of trees to plant more guaysua Nightwatch donates to several educational and reforestation projects in Ecuador.
Pregnant and lactating women should avoid too much caffeine.
Legality,
Both Ilex guayusa and Erythroxylum coca are plants with activating secondary metabolites. They even share the same general habitat and are locally used to energize by the population. Guayusa leafs are boiled for effect and coca leafs are chewed.
However, the legal status of Erythroxylum coca and its isolated product cocaine make it a major factor in the suppression of farmers, the burning of forests and numerous deaths related to production of cocaine and its illicit export.
Guayusa is legal, nourishing and peacefully cultivated and harvested.
Yes you can,
Nightwatch is often used as a pre-workout. Popular pre-workouts can contain up to 450 mg of caffeïne per 7,5 gram scoop. Research shows us more caffeïne is not necessarily better for your workout, it even show us performance with less caffeïne (3 to 6 mg per kg bodyweight) is just as effective as performance with higer doses (9 mg per kg bodyweight).
You could conlude; 80 mg of caffeïne used as a pre-workout can be just as effective as a pre-workout scoop containing 250 mg of caffeïne.
A Nightwatch 250 ml can contains 80 mg of caffeïne. A 330 ml bottle 105,6 mg.
Dont forget Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when scooping or even double scooping pre-workout products.
Yes,
Nightwatch promotes mixing with non alcoholic beverages. Since caffeïne can mask the signs of alcohol intoxication Nighwatch would like you to reconsider mixing with alcohol.
Nightwatch energy is natural.
All activating substances in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew it. Nightwatch energy lasts longer and feels more balanced. Guayusa has numerous health benefits, Nightwatch is low in sugar and all sugars present are solely from the fruit juices we use to sweeten. Nightwatch ingredients have never seen a laboratory. The energizing effect was designed by nature exclusively for the Ilex guayusa plant.
Nightwatch is officially labeled with the EU Biologisch, Vegan, Gluten-free certificates. If you navigate in the menu to about us -> certificates you will see an overview of which other certificates we are aiming to get in the near future.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't want to squeeze the guayusa farmers for lower prices.
Thank you for understanding.
Yes,
Given there are enough activating compounds present, such as caffeïne, it will give you energy. Consider a double espresso without sugar…..that’ll give you quite a (short) boost.
The official definition:
A beverage containing multiple ingredients which serve, with expressed intent, one or more facets of perceived neurological and/or psychophysiological efficiency.
In general this is what a beverage needs to be an ‘energydrink’
- several ingredients know to boost energy
- expression of intent to increase energy
‘Energy’ can be either a boost in mental stamina, mental efficiency, alertness or anything else perceived as a brain boost. Promises of purely physical energy boosts do not qualify.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains about the same amount of caffeïne per ml. as most energy drinks.
But...
Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds absent in these regular energy drinks. Compounds such as Theobromine, Theophylline and L-Theanine. Naturally present compounds mind you, not composed in labs or synthethic but simply nature's way of doing things. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when drinking coffee or artificially caffeinated energy drinks.
Sugar,
Mainly large amounts of added sugar. Nightwatch sweetens using fruit juice and does not add anything artificial. A natural energy drink. Curently 4,2 grams per 100 ml. 4,2 grams of naturally present fruit sugars mind you! We do not add any sugar or sweeteners (artificial or heavily processed)
You can use,
Nightwatch as a pre-workout drink since it will energize you. If you experience a dip in energy during your workout, Nightwatch wil keep you going just that little bit longer and after you're done it will invigorate you and quench your thirst.
No.
The deposit system for bottles was devised to encourage consumers to recycle glass. Today it is cheaper and less resources are used to just recyle glass using recyle bins. Also it is easier to mechanicaly sort glas from household garbage. In the Netherlands about 90% of glass is recycled.
No difference as far as the drink goes.
Environmentally, aluminum has a lesser footprint than glass. Its not as heavy which makes it cheaper to transport but the most important factor is the recyclability of aluminum. In the Netherlands 95% of aluminium is recycled. Aluminium can be recycled indefinitely with no loss in quality.
No,
PET bottles are environmentally unfriendly.
Anytime,
Do consider; Nightwatch activates and energizes..
Maybe not what you need right before you want to sleep..
Nightwatch contains caffeine and other central nervous system stimulants. Nightwatch gives you focus and increases attention and it will also diminish your ability to judge if you had enough alcohol to drink. This can lead to overindulgence. You are free to do as you please but Nightwatch would like you to reconsider combinations with alcohol.
Yes,
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No.
Guayusa (Ilex) is a different plant species. It is related to the holly and native to the Amazon rainforests. Even though it is no tea, it is prepared the same way. ‘Tea’ refers to Camellia sinensis originating from South-East Asia. Green, black and white teas are all derived from this plant; the harvesting and drying process determines the flavour of the tea. Guayusa has a naturally soft and mild taste and is harvested, dried and processed as you would a green tea.
Tooth decay has a number of causes. The main cause being : lack of oral hygiene. When we do not brush our theeth you'll end up with cavaties. Another cause of tooth erosion is acidic foods or beverages. Any food or beverage with a Ph lower than 6 weakens the enamel guarding your teeth. The more acidic the speedier its effect. This goes for sour fruits, salads with vinegar, vitamin C chewing tablets and unfortunately also for a drink such as Nightwatch.
In order to be able to preserve Nightwatch without using some of the chemicals present in many products, Nightwatch has a Ph of 3,7. This acidity doesn’t allow the microbial activity that would make Nightwatch ferment in the container. In other words: it doesn't go bad.
Fementation is also prevented by pasteurization. It is the balance between Nightwatch’s 4,2gr/100ml carbohydrate content, the 3,7 Ph acidity and pasteurization that allows us to be free of preservatives. This is a good thing!
But yes, when consuming any food or beverage: please maintain good oral hygiene. And we advise you to prevent tooth erosion by rinsing your mouth with water after consuming any acidic food or beverage! As this helps neutralize acidity levels.
Yes, Nightwatch is pasteurized.
Pasteurization is a process in which water and certain packaged and non-packaged foods (such as milk and fruit juice) are treated with mild heat, to be precise 73 °C, to eliminate pathogens and extend shelf life without the need to use conservatives or chemical agents. It is requiered by law to pasteurize drinks like Nightwatch. Rightly so, since unpasteurized drinks containing sugars would ferment causing the bottle to explode due to increasing co2 pressure. Nightwatch bottles are pastuerized after filling and capping thus preserving flavour. Cans are flash pasteurized seconds before being canned.
The taste that is often referred to as energy is developed in a labaratory. Nightwatch is 100% plant-based, therefore, Nightwatch' taste is natural and will give you natural energy.
You got a point there! Caffeine is a natural ingredient occuring in multiple products. However, a lot of energy drinks often use cafeïne derived from industries that use harsh chemicals to extract it from coffee. These chemicals can be present as a residue. Or they use synthetic caffeine which is not likely to be certified as vegan.
Nightwatch' caffeine is naturally present in the guayusa leaf we sustainably cultivate and harvest in a Equadorian rainforest project.
Make your choice!
Researching the Ilex Guayusa plant, we found it contains high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day. Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
- Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
- Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
- 15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
- L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
- Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
- Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
- It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Unfortunately not much research has been done regarding the effects of caffeine on children because of the age-group. As the knowledge is limited regarding the possible effects of caffeine on youngsters, we recommend children under age 14 to not consume any Nightwatch, nor any other caffeinated drinks. Children are at risk because their nerve system might get affected by caffeine. Until age 18 we recommend to only consume a maximum of 1 caffeinated drink per day.
We officially don’t have the label yet, but we did requested it. Soon we hope to print it on our labels. As Nightwatch contains only 4.2 grams of sugar per 100 ml, we will be placed in the A segment of the Nutriscore. It’s a ‘A to E’ scale, meaning that letter A on green background indicates that the product scores well for nutritional value. A product with a red E is one you should eat or drink moderately.
The algorithm gives points for each element in the nutrition table (per 100 g or ml) - that means bad nutrients (energy, sugars, saturated fatty acids, salt) as well as good nutrients (proteins, fibre, percentage of fruit, vegetables & nuts).
Yes, aqueous extracts from dried leaves of Ilex guayusa are permitted. See: EU regulations 258/97 article 5.
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully BIO SKAL/EU organic certified.
The EU organic logo gives visual identity to European Union produced organic products sold in the EU. This makes it easier for EU based consumers to identify organic products The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
Nightwatch also has Vegan Society certification.
We recommend you finish drinking your Nightwatch drink 24 hours after opening. You can keep it in the fridge for longer but it will likely lose the fizz.
Polyphenols are a type of antioxidant, they help protect the body against oxidative stress.
Guayusa is a potent source of antioxidants and only raw cacao powder has more antioxidants than brewed guayusa.
The guayusa leaf contains L-theanine, it is a type of amino acid that the brains promotes relaxation. When combined with caffeine, it counteracts the jitters and increased heart rate often associated with caffeine. You will be able to enjoy a smooth long lasting energy without crashing.
We do not add sugar,
We only add fruit juice to refresh the flavor of the drink, a drink should off course taste very good. Also a little bit of low glycemic index fruit sugar adds to the experience of Nightwatch.
We have a maximum recommended daily intake. Anything can be misused, like coffee, but because of the low sugar content Nightwatch is much less likely to be abused than traditional high sugar content energy drinks.
No,
Every country has their own rules concerning sugar content. Some countries even completely banned the sales of high sugary energy drinks and many the sales to minors.
More and more guayusa drinks are entering the market since people are discovering the great effect of the guayusa leaf. Nightwatch is happy with this development, we are are all on the same page in offering people better and healthier alternatives to the ‘first generation’ energy drinks. Nightwatch is the first European guayusa energy-drink, we brew from fresh leaves, we have our own drying facility in Ecuador to ensure the maximum preservation of flavor, taste and actives like xanthines, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Nightwatch has been playing with these parameters for years to create great taste and effect. Nightwatch has created a special flavor blend made from flowers that resonates with the flavor and effect of guayusa. Amongst other things, Nightwatch has set up an independant foundation to preserve the knowledge of the indigenous people from the Amazon: Greenmatters foundation.
This makes Nightwatch the unique all natural energydrink.
One is not better or worse than the other, they are chemically identical. What makes guayusa caffeine better for your health are the accompanying xanthine alkaloids like L-theanine which is known for its relaxing properties and hence lessen some of the less desired side effects of caffeine.
The all natural ingredients contain: minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Besides natural caffeine Guayusa contains beneficial actives like L-theanine and Guanidine. Furthermore the low amount of low glycemic index fruit sugars (4,2gr/100ml) are a more healthy alternative to the high levels of refined sugar most energy drinks contain.
It’s the Ilex guayusa plant’s survival strategy to be extremely beneficial to its users. By means of complex natural selection and taking thousands of years, guayusa is now perfectly tuned in to its users and gives them an advantage in day to day life. The plant creates a unique set off molecules, supporting us and giving us a head-start. Such beneficial plants are cherished by mankind and so secure their continuity. There are many partnerships like this between man and plant in nature.
Nature is symbiotic by nature. Thats what we mean by natural.
Naturally you might just toss all sorts of chemicals and left over material from other industries in your lab, blend them with a selection of e-numbers, lots of sugar and synthetic or heavily processed natural sweeteners into a drink and naturally you can call this drink natural. Off-course you can. But the consumer is becoming more aware of these things and chooses something less artificial.
Because it is not allowed.
What people call “stevia" is actually the refined isolated and concentrated chemical E960. Steviolglycosides have chemically been stripped of everything that’s good for us. Minerals and other naturally beneficial compounds have been removed to get a highly concentrated product. Stevia leaf is natural, white crystalline stevia powder or concentrated stevia syrup is certainly not natural. The leaf is “only” some 35 times sweeter than sugar and contains all the minerals and compounds the body needs to process stevia. Heavily processed and chemically refined Stevia E960 is 300 times sweeter than sugar and has been stripped of anything natural by industry. We should choose for green stevia powder but this is not legally available.
Our brains need a blood sugar level of about 5 grams per 100ml to function. Any beverage or food with a sugar content lower than 5 grams per 100 ml could actually help you get rid of your sugar addiction. A product that contains say “40 % less sugar” but is boosted to the same experience of extreme sweetness by adding synthetic sweeteners or E960 (stevia) will keep you in the same place: addicted to extreme sweetness.
Nightwatch has chosen to not add anything artificial, no E-numbers, no synthetics and presently we choose to contain less than 5 grams of low glycemic index plant sugars per 100 ml. (currently 4,2 grams per 100 ml)
Yes,
The Guayusa trees are grown in ‘Chacras’ according to ancient permaculture like techniques. No pesticides, fertilizers or any other chemicals are used during cultivation.. Only fresh young leaves are hand selected during the harvest by people who have been working with this tree for many generations.
Yes,
The environment, weather influences but mostly the terroir, meaning the composition of the earth makes up the ‘food’ for the guayusa trees. Different terroir means different flavor and effect. More sun means more focus and power.
The Napo region in Ecuador,
This terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available. Furthermore our Guayusa gets a special drying treatment at very low temperatures immediately after harvesting to ensure the levels of anti-oxidants and the unique blend of beneficial actives are preserved all the way to the can or bottle.
Our Guayusa comes from the Napo region Ecuador, it is said the Napo region is like the ‘Champagne’ of the Guayusa trees where the best Guayusa come from.
The Napo terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available.
Easy,
In the Ecuadorian jungle, the guayusa plant converts the energy of the star that gives us life, the sun, into a beautiful plant. The special blend of energy from this plant gets distracted and added to the cold brew of Nightwatch. Powered by the sun and focussed by guayusa, nature’s literally found a way to put the sun in Nightwatch..
It’s kind of extreme and off-course; energy is energy, but this type of energy is the positive energy we are talking about.
Nature goes to the extreme to put the sun in Nightwatch.
All we can do is direct you to our Webshop
No.
Nightwatch is happy to inform you: no animals were harmed during producing Nightwatch. Neither do we add anything synthetic. No synthetic taurine or anything else. The energy in Nightwatch is natural. It comes to you as designed by nature in the Ilex guayusa plant.
The nightwatch Vegan certification would absolutely not allow animal products to be added nor would our Skal/Eu organic certification allow for the adition of synthetic taurine.
No,
Nightwatch is no substitute for sleep. Even though Nightwatch may keep you going longer, after you've had your fun or at the end of your working day you should rest.
Gua-what?
The Ilex guayusa plant has played a role in rituals and lives of several Ecuadorian jungle communities for no less than 2000 years! The one community utilizing it intensively to this day is the Ecuadorian Quichua tribe. They cultivate and harvest our premium guayusa leaf. The secret knowledge about cultivation and use of Guayusa spread from the Inca empire a long time ago. They say a daily cup of tea brewed from this invigorating, uplifting plant gives strength, focus and endurance all day long.
Researching the plant, we found it to contain high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't add any extra caffeine. All the energy and good vibes you get from drinking Nightwatch comes from the Guayusa plant.
No,
Nightwatch uses only fruit juices to sweeten the guayusa brew.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams naturally present fruit sugars per 100 ml.
No sugars, no sweeteners, artificial or heavily processed, are added.
Extracts from dried leaves of ilex guayusa (91%) (water, guayusa), agave nectar, grape juice from grape concentrate, apple juice from apple concentrate, lemon from lemon concentrate, natural flavourings, carbon dioxide.
* All our ingredients are organic
No,
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not advisable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams per 100 ml.
Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of natural sugars per 100 ml all from organic fruit concentrates. No sugar is added and we keep calories low.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
There's nothing here to scare coffee drinkers. A cup of coffee can contain up to 200 mg of caffeïne.
Our recomended daily maximum consumption is 4 bottles of Nightwatch. It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
It comes down to a max of 4 - 330ml bottles and 5 - 250ml cans per day.
For almost everyone,
Students drink Nightwatch to stay focused when they’re studying, entrepreneurs to get things done, sportsmen drink it to enhance their performance. Nightwatch is also an excellent thirst-quencher at parties and festivals. Our Nightwatch Bar can often be found at such events, enabling you to party all night in a healthy way without having to deal with a hangover the next day.
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not suitable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding. It is also not suitable for children.
Guayusa is a sacred herb.
The Quichua live to be very old and even in their eighties, they are often fit and healthy enough to go hunting, even in a challenging environment such as the rainforest. They also use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night during rituals. Hence the name Nightwatch. It gives them the energy to start the day, go hunting and cultivate their gardens. Life in the Amazon is hard and intense and the Indians claim it would be impossible to survive without guayusa. Now we too can use their secret to conquer our own jungle and get and stay empowered while at the same time we help the Amazon and its inhabitants to preserve their environment and culture.
Xanthine alkaloids,
Nightwatch contains Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (coffee, tea), Theobromine (cocao, tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew Nightwatch. They are bound in a complex way releasing their energy slowly over time without the energy highs and lows you can experience from drinking coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
Besides it’s Xanthine effect, it has high ORAC values (anti-oxidants), almost twice as values found in regular green tea. It contains L-Theanine, shown to relax the central nerve system. Guanidine has hypoglycemic properties, lowering blood sugar levels and helps prevent a quick rise in sugar uptake.
Ecuador, Peru, Colombia
Guayusa grows in the upper course of the Amazon. Nightwatch gets the leaves only from Ecuador, which is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. In order to ensure that the guayusa is cultivated organically and sustainably, we only work with farmers who are inspected annually.
No,
There is no chance of PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon). After having been picked and washed, the guayusa leaves are checked for quality and pre dried in open air. The pre-dried leaves are carefully transported to our facility in Quito, where the final product is prepared using a gas oven at a controlled temperature. Our guayusa is not roasted or smoked - these are the processes that could cause the presence of PAH - as is often the case in yerba mate.
No, because Nightwatch contains grape extract and grapes are unfortunately not kosher, unless they are only touched by Jews.
The restrictions on grape products derive from the laws against using products of idolatry. Wine was commonly used in the rituals of all ancient religions, and wine was routinely sanctified for pagan purposes while it was being processed. For this reason, use of wines and other grape products made by non-Jews was prohibited.
Nothing that will scare coffee drinkers..
A dose of 5 grams (an average tea bag) contains about 20-30 mg of caffeine. Each bottle of Nightwatch contains 102.3 mg.
A single cup of coffee can contain up to 200mg caffeine.
Somewhat yes,
Guayusa (Ilex guayusa), from the upper course of the Amazon, is related to yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis), but yerba mate comes from the Atlantic rainforest. Both are caffeinated rainforest plants and part of the holly family. Guayusa and yerba mate both contain healthy polyphenols and caffeine, offering consumers extended energy.
Ingredients Nightwatch (per 100ml):
Water: 91%
Cafeine: 31mg
Number of kcal: 18
Number of KJ: 75
Number of grams carbohydrates: 4.2
Number of grams sugars: 4.2
Number of grams fats: <0.5
Does it contain allergens: No
Number of allergens: 0
Number of grams monounsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyunsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyols: 0
Number of grams saturated fatty acids: 0
Number of grams fibers: 0
Number of grams starch: 0
Number of grams salt: 0
Product
No.
There are no pesticides, chemicals or any other agents used in growing, harvesting, disinfecting or processing guayusa. Ozonated water is used to disinfect the guayusa before drying. This is allowed by organic certifiers under USDA organic and EU organic regulations. Ozone is natural and disappears quickly, 10 minutes after exposure with the environment there is no residual ozone.
By getting used to the benefits we not only use physical parts of our bodies we do not use under normal circumstances but we also get used to the feeling of being capable of doing things with higher efficiency.
For instance, Dutch national shorttrack team coach Jeroen Otter has developed a method to allow dutch shorttrack skaters to get used to the elevated tracks in Salt lake city, location of the upcoming ISU world cup, this while exercising at sea level in the Netherlands. The team developed a jet engine to be mounted on athletes backs in order to boost speeds up to the levels to be expected at the Salt lake city skating facilities. Speed comes with different usage of muscles and creates a state of mind used to better performance. It is this new state of mind that can lead to better performance even when not being boosted by a jet engine (or an energy drink)
Nightwatch is not simply a blend of sugar and additives.
Developing Nightwatch was a complicated proces, from cultivating guayusa in Ecuador to brewing Nightwatch at the Pfanner factory in Austria took us, in all its complexity, 6 years. Nightwatch is just getting ready to be seriously marketed. It will soon be available in stores near you!
Meanwhile you can order in our webshop.
Yes,
At the moment Nightwatch is available at the Kriterion gas station!
You can find Kriterion at IJburglaan 11 right next to the A10 in Zeeburg, Amsterdam
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully Skal/EU Organic certified.
The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
It took Nightwatch years to comply to these strict conditions. (talking about focus!)
Ask for it!
You could send Nightwatch contact details of the person you asked and the shop adress and the Nightwatch sales team will contact them.
We co-share office facilities at Offices for you. This way you can share an office with other start-up and already established companies. We feel sharing our office essentials, rather than being the sole user of equipment, is very sustainable.
Yes,
We check our guayusa leaf for contaminants.
The highly acknowledged team of Pfanner is a guarantee for production according to EU guidelines and regulations.
Once canned or bottled Nightwatch is distributed by proffesional partners.
Nightwatch does not accept donations but here's a list of NGO's we financially support;
Feel free to donate!!
Yes,
the easiest way to organise a home event is to buy a 24 pack and get going.
For a proffesional event you can contact us:
No,
Not at the moment, but we are working on it.
Yes,
Thank you for your interest!
Navigate to our website: Nightwatchdrink
A pop up will appear where you can register, our news letter holds deals and promotions!
Our office is located at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam. It was build in 1928 and is still very much in use almost a century later. In an age where offices are built and being disposed of in a mere decade, office buildings don’t come very much more sustainable than ours. The location provides us with excellent public transportation acces which is something we value quite highly.
Yes,
Nighwatch pays them a healthy price for their guayusa harvest, directly to them no middlemen. Nightwach has donated funds to purchase leaf drying equipment so they can dry their harvest without middlemen owning drying equipment taking a chunk of the profit.
As Nightwatch grows our conrtibutions to these projects will increase.
Yes,
Unfortunately, sometimes they are,
Quichua tribes live in small communities making a living farming small crops. It is not easy to support the community this way. Costs for middleman with equipment for drying harvests, transport costs of produce to market etc. diminish profits. By donating to NGO's specialising in training communities Nightwatch helps prevent exploitation.
Nightwatch donates to several organisations,
Mainly NGO's operating in Ecuador, we sponsor scholarhsips, educational projects and we plant trees.
As Nightwatch makes more profit we will increase our commitment. (that means donate more).
There's no set donation percentage yet, Nightwatch will need to grow substantially before our accountant can set a percentage.
Yes,
We initiate projects to help Quichua communities develop better cultivation methods and to be able to profit from their traditional knowledge.
Quichua communities use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night. Hence the name Nightwatch.
Not at the moment,
Legislature for environmental taxation of beverage producers is vague and under revision. Nightwatch reserves money to pay these taxes as soon as it is required.
Meanwhile Nightwatch donates to reforestation projects in Ecuador. Nightwatch feels obliged to do so.
Yes,
Nightwatch does so by donating to NGO's preventing poverty and illiterism. We donate to reforestation projects, We have donated funds for guayusa harvest drying equipment.
As nightwatch grows so will the level of our commitment and donations.
In order to promote Nightwatch...
Nightwatch is a growing brand, we feel socialy responsible and have set many sustainability goals. In order to reach the targets we set we need, plainly put, money. Promotions are a proven marketing tool to give publicity to growing brands such as Nightwatch and are proven to increase sales. Besides that it gives Nightwatch an opportunity to reward buyers for their support.
Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Sweetness, naturally clean taste and slightly sweet finish and a silky mouthfeel.
No,
Nightwatch is aware of hidden sugars such as deionized apple juice. This is regular apple juice passed through an ion exchange resin in order to strip the juice of flavour, color and mineral content basically leaving just a sugar syrup. This sugar syrup can still be called "apple juice". Producers add this syrup to thousands of products just so they can avoid to have "added sugar" on their labels. Its a very comon marketing trick. Nightwatch does not add sugar nor deionized apple, pineapple, grape or other sugar syrups. Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of total carbpohydrates per 100 ml.
Yes,
A high glycemic index (GI) causes a rapid rise in your blood sugar level. This results in getting the feeling of a 'rush', but quickly after that, you will experience an 'empty' feeling that makes you feel hungry again. A rapid rise in blood sugar levels also causes your body to generate a lot of insulin to quickly store the sugars as glycogen or triglycerides. In other words, if you do not use this energy immediately, it will be converted into fat. In addition, it will also increase the cholesterol levels. This is the main cause of cardiovascular disease. The rapid fluctuations in your insulin levels further cause an insensitivity to insulin, you will feel the need to get more and more energy. This is harmful to the pancreas in the long term.
A low GI on the other side, gives you a long lasting energy without layered feelings or a crash and thus prevents feelings of hunger. It improves your mood by slowly increasing and balancing the release of serotonin. It reduces the risk of diabetes 2 and protects against cardiovascular disease.
Yes,
It helps to stay awake,
However Nightwatch does not recommend driving a car when you are sleepy. When driving long distances please, please, please make sure you are well rested and take a fifteen minute break every two hours of driving. Try to not exceed eight hours of driving per day. Drive safely, stay focussed.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains no traces of nuts.
Yes,
Nightwatch provides at least the same amount of energy as all other energy drinks, currently 32mg of caffeine per 100ml. Or 80mg per 250 ml can and 105mg per 330ml bottle. Other actives make Nightwatch differ from these drinks though. Longer lasting plant based energy, composed, designed and tweaked by nature, straight from the Ilex guayusa plant.
No,
The guayusa farmers use no pesticides, fertilizers or any other substance for the production of guayusa. We are also SKAL certified.
Yes,
It can be grown in greenhouses.
Traditionally guayusa is used to brew a tea for more energy.
Yes, it does.
When not exceeding the recommended dosage, the caffeine in Nightwatch may elevate mood and brain function. Furthermore, it supplies the body with essential vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants.
No,
Nightwatch does not contain any gluten.
Yes,
Guayusa, the main ingredient of Nightwatch, is used by members of the Quichua tribe in the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle as a stomach tonic and a diuretic.
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Yes,
Caffeine is a stimulant and it works partly by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system. Speeding up the heart and breathing, making you feel more alert, and increasing muscle tension. This is why Nightwatch works very well for physical activities like sports.
Yes,
If you consume the same amount of caffeine on a daily basis, you develop a tolerance to it. Other factors like; age, body mass, and overall health can determine your tolerance to caffeine too.
It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day. Exceeding this might cause symptoms like headaches, insomnia, digestive issues or a rapid heart rate. Nightwatch recommends to not exceed 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
Caffeine stimulates the production of adrenaline, when doing sports that also increase adrenaline (norepifedrine is the scientific term) the effects might add up.
Yes,
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
You can drink Nightwatch instead of using vitamins, but there are many different types of vitamins which Nightwatch doesn't contain.
Nightwatch is not a substitute but is a source of some vitamins. (Nightwatch has initiated research to tell you which vitamins exactly)
Remember: neither Nightwatch nor supplemental vitamin products are a substitute for a healthy diet!
Nightwatch does contain a high value of antioxidants.
No,
Ilex guayusa (nor your lungs) is not intended for smoking.
And all active constituents would be destroyed by the heat of combustion
Nightwatch advises against smoking anything.
Creativity is a very personal interpretation. Some people get much more creative and productive after consuming a caffeinated drink, for others they prefer to be in a very mellow state to let the inspiration flow.
Nightwatch give you focus & power but the creativity is all you! (remember this!)
Yes,
Nightwatch contains caffeïne and other activating caffeïne like substances naturally present in the Ilex guayusa plant. When combined with other caffeïne containing drinks such as coffee your intake of caffeïne will be larger.
There is a daily recommended dose of 5 cans a day. In general 400 mg is the maximum daily intake.
Overconsumption of caffeïne can lead to restlesness and unease.
If you are on medication you should check to see if consumption of caffeïne does not interfere with your medication.
Yes,
The guayusa is grown organically (SKAL certified) and predried with solar energy. The last drying step is done in an energy efficient drying facility which is on natural gas for the time being but we will switch to biogas in the near future.
Yes,
Nightwatch has funded a feasibility study for growing guayusa in Dutch green houses.
Currently several plants are being cultivated in a heated greenhouse to get them through the winter period. The plants are doing well but it is too early to state if they can be grown sustainably and economically viable in greenhouses.
This study will reach completion this summer 2019.
More information will be forthcoming.
Forests,
Ilex Guaysusa grows in Ecuador, Peru and Colombia.
Strains growing in Ecuador have a softer more refined flavour than strains growing in Peru and Colombia.
Guayusa grows best in its natural habitat. As consumption grows so will demand of guayusa. In order to prevent cutting of trees to plant more guaysua Nightwatch donates to several educational and reforestation projects in Ecuador.
Pregnant and lactating women should avoid too much caffeine.
Legality,
Both Ilex guayusa and Erythroxylum coca are plants with activating secondary metabolites. They even share the same general habitat and are locally used to energize by the population. Guayusa leafs are boiled for effect and coca leafs are chewed.
However, the legal status of Erythroxylum coca and its isolated product cocaine make it a major factor in the suppression of farmers, the burning of forests and numerous deaths related to production of cocaine and its illicit export.
Guayusa is legal, nourishing and peacefully cultivated and harvested.
Yes you can,
Nightwatch is often used as a pre-workout. Popular pre-workouts can contain up to 450 mg of caffeïne per 7,5 gram scoop. Research shows us more caffeïne is not necessarily better for your workout, it even show us performance with less caffeïne (3 to 6 mg per kg bodyweight) is just as effective as performance with higer doses (9 mg per kg bodyweight).
You could conlude; 80 mg of caffeïne used as a pre-workout can be just as effective as a pre-workout scoop containing 250 mg of caffeïne.
A Nightwatch 250 ml can contains 80 mg of caffeïne. A 330 ml bottle 105,6 mg.
Dont forget Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when scooping or even double scooping pre-workout products.
Yes,
Nightwatch promotes mixing with non alcoholic beverages. Since caffeïne can mask the signs of alcohol intoxication Nighwatch would like you to reconsider mixing with alcohol.
Nightwatch energy is natural.
All activating substances in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew it. Nightwatch energy lasts longer and feels more balanced. Guayusa has numerous health benefits, Nightwatch is low in sugar and all sugars present are solely from the fruit juices we use to sweeten. Nightwatch ingredients have never seen a laboratory. The energizing effect was designed by nature exclusively for the Ilex guayusa plant.
Nightwatch is officially labeled with the EU Biologisch, Vegan, Gluten-free certificates. If you navigate in the menu to about us -> certificates you will see an overview of which other certificates we are aiming to get in the near future.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't want to squeeze the guayusa farmers for lower prices.
Thank you for understanding.
Yes,
Given there are enough activating compounds present, such as caffeïne, it will give you energy. Consider a double espresso without sugar…..that’ll give you quite a (short) boost.
The official definition:
A beverage containing multiple ingredients which serve, with expressed intent, one or more facets of perceived neurological and/or psychophysiological efficiency.
In general this is what a beverage needs to be an ‘energydrink’
- several ingredients know to boost energy
- expression of intent to increase energy
‘Energy’ can be either a boost in mental stamina, mental efficiency, alertness or anything else perceived as a brain boost. Promises of purely physical energy boosts do not qualify.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains about the same amount of caffeïne per ml. as most energy drinks.
But...
Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds absent in these regular energy drinks. Compounds such as Theobromine, Theophylline and L-Theanine. Naturally present compounds mind you, not composed in labs or synthethic but simply nature's way of doing things. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when drinking coffee or artificially caffeinated energy drinks.
Sugar,
Mainly large amounts of added sugar. Nightwatch sweetens using fruit juice and does not add anything artificial. A natural energy drink. Curently 4,2 grams per 100 ml. 4,2 grams of naturally present fruit sugars mind you! We do not add any sugar or sweeteners (artificial or heavily processed)
You can use,
Nightwatch as a pre-workout drink since it will energize you. If you experience a dip in energy during your workout, Nightwatch wil keep you going just that little bit longer and after you're done it will invigorate you and quench your thirst.
No.
The deposit system for bottles was devised to encourage consumers to recycle glass. Today it is cheaper and less resources are used to just recyle glass using recyle bins. Also it is easier to mechanicaly sort glas from household garbage. In the Netherlands about 90% of glass is recycled.
No difference as far as the drink goes.
Environmentally, aluminum has a lesser footprint than glass. Its not as heavy which makes it cheaper to transport but the most important factor is the recyclability of aluminum. In the Netherlands 95% of aluminium is recycled. Aluminium can be recycled indefinitely with no loss in quality.
No,
PET bottles are environmentally unfriendly.
Anytime,
Do consider; Nightwatch activates and energizes..
Maybe not what you need right before you want to sleep..
Nightwatch contains caffeine and other central nervous system stimulants. Nightwatch gives you focus and increases attention and it will also diminish your ability to judge if you had enough alcohol to drink. This can lead to overindulgence. You are free to do as you please but Nightwatch would like you to reconsider combinations with alcohol.
Yes,
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No.
Guayusa (Ilex) is a different plant species. It is related to the holly and native to the Amazon rainforests. Even though it is no tea, it is prepared the same way. ‘Tea’ refers to Camellia sinensis originating from South-East Asia. Green, black and white teas are all derived from this plant; the harvesting and drying process determines the flavour of the tea. Guayusa has a naturally soft and mild taste and is harvested, dried and processed as you would a green tea.
Tooth decay has a number of causes. The main cause being : lack of oral hygiene. When we do not brush our theeth you'll end up with cavaties. Another cause of tooth erosion is acidic foods or beverages. Any food or beverage with a Ph lower than 6 weakens the enamel guarding your teeth. The more acidic the speedier its effect. This goes for sour fruits, salads with vinegar, vitamin C chewing tablets and unfortunately also for a drink such as Nightwatch.
In order to be able to preserve Nightwatch without using some of the chemicals present in many products, Nightwatch has a Ph of 3,7. This acidity doesn’t allow the microbial activity that would make Nightwatch ferment in the container. In other words: it doesn't go bad.
Fementation is also prevented by pasteurization. It is the balance between Nightwatch’s 4,2gr/100ml carbohydrate content, the 3,7 Ph acidity and pasteurization that allows us to be free of preservatives. This is a good thing!
But yes, when consuming any food or beverage: please maintain good oral hygiene. And we advise you to prevent tooth erosion by rinsing your mouth with water after consuming any acidic food or beverage! As this helps neutralize acidity levels.
Yes, Nightwatch is pasteurized.
Pasteurization is a process in which water and certain packaged and non-packaged foods (such as milk and fruit juice) are treated with mild heat, to be precise 73 °C, to eliminate pathogens and extend shelf life without the need to use conservatives or chemical agents. It is requiered by law to pasteurize drinks like Nightwatch. Rightly so, since unpasteurized drinks containing sugars would ferment causing the bottle to explode due to increasing co2 pressure. Nightwatch bottles are pastuerized after filling and capping thus preserving flavour. Cans are flash pasteurized seconds before being canned.
The taste that is often referred to as energy is developed in a labaratory. Nightwatch is 100% plant-based, therefore, Nightwatch' taste is natural and will give you natural energy.
You got a point there! Caffeine is a natural ingredient occuring in multiple products. However, a lot of energy drinks often use cafeïne derived from industries that use harsh chemicals to extract it from coffee. These chemicals can be present as a residue. Or they use synthetic caffeine which is not likely to be certified as vegan.
Nightwatch' caffeine is naturally present in the guayusa leaf we sustainably cultivate and harvest in a Equadorian rainforest project.
Make your choice!
Researching the Ilex Guayusa plant, we found it contains high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day. Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
- Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
- Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
- 15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
- L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
- Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
- Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
- It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Unfortunately not much research has been done regarding the effects of caffeine on children because of the age-group. As the knowledge is limited regarding the possible effects of caffeine on youngsters, we recommend children under age 14 to not consume any Nightwatch, nor any other caffeinated drinks. Children are at risk because their nerve system might get affected by caffeine. Until age 18 we recommend to only consume a maximum of 1 caffeinated drink per day.
We officially don’t have the label yet, but we did requested it. Soon we hope to print it on our labels. As Nightwatch contains only 4.2 grams of sugar per 100 ml, we will be placed in the A segment of the Nutriscore. It’s a ‘A to E’ scale, meaning that letter A on green background indicates that the product scores well for nutritional value. A product with a red E is one you should eat or drink moderately.
The algorithm gives points for each element in the nutrition table (per 100 g or ml) - that means bad nutrients (energy, sugars, saturated fatty acids, salt) as well as good nutrients (proteins, fibre, percentage of fruit, vegetables & nuts).
Yes, aqueous extracts from dried leaves of Ilex guayusa are permitted. See: EU regulations 258/97 article 5.
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully BIO SKAL/EU organic certified.
The EU organic logo gives visual identity to European Union produced organic products sold in the EU. This makes it easier for EU based consumers to identify organic products The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
Nightwatch also has Vegan Society certification.
We recommend you finish drinking your Nightwatch drink 24 hours after opening. You can keep it in the fridge for longer but it will likely lose the fizz.
Polyphenols are a type of antioxidant, they help protect the body against oxidative stress.
Guayusa is a potent source of antioxidants and only raw cacao powder has more antioxidants than brewed guayusa.
The guayusa leaf contains L-theanine, it is a type of amino acid that the brains promotes relaxation. When combined with caffeine, it counteracts the jitters and increased heart rate often associated with caffeine. You will be able to enjoy a smooth long lasting energy without crashing.
We do not add sugar,
We only add fruit juice to refresh the flavor of the drink, a drink should off course taste very good. Also a little bit of low glycemic index fruit sugar adds to the experience of Nightwatch.
We have a maximum recommended daily intake. Anything can be misused, like coffee, but because of the low sugar content Nightwatch is much less likely to be abused than traditional high sugar content energy drinks.
No,
Every country has their own rules concerning sugar content. Some countries even completely banned the sales of high sugary energy drinks and many the sales to minors.
More and more guayusa drinks are entering the market since people are discovering the great effect of the guayusa leaf. Nightwatch is happy with this development, we are are all on the same page in offering people better and healthier alternatives to the ‘first generation’ energy drinks. Nightwatch is the first European guayusa energy-drink, we brew from fresh leaves, we have our own drying facility in Ecuador to ensure the maximum preservation of flavor, taste and actives like xanthines, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Nightwatch has been playing with these parameters for years to create great taste and effect. Nightwatch has created a special flavor blend made from flowers that resonates with the flavor and effect of guayusa. Amongst other things, Nightwatch has set up an independant foundation to preserve the knowledge of the indigenous people from the Amazon: Greenmatters foundation.
This makes Nightwatch the unique all natural energydrink.
One is not better or worse than the other, they are chemically identical. What makes guayusa caffeine better for your health are the accompanying xanthine alkaloids like L-theanine which is known for its relaxing properties and hence lessen some of the less desired side effects of caffeine.
The all natural ingredients contain: minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Besides natural caffeine Guayusa contains beneficial actives like L-theanine and Guanidine. Furthermore the low amount of low glycemic index fruit sugars (4,2gr/100ml) are a more healthy alternative to the high levels of refined sugar most energy drinks contain.
It’s the Ilex guayusa plant’s survival strategy to be extremely beneficial to its users. By means of complex natural selection and taking thousands of years, guayusa is now perfectly tuned in to its users and gives them an advantage in day to day life. The plant creates a unique set off molecules, supporting us and giving us a head-start. Such beneficial plants are cherished by mankind and so secure their continuity. There are many partnerships like this between man and plant in nature.
Nature is symbiotic by nature. Thats what we mean by natural.
Naturally you might just toss all sorts of chemicals and left over material from other industries in your lab, blend them with a selection of e-numbers, lots of sugar and synthetic or heavily processed natural sweeteners into a drink and naturally you can call this drink natural. Off-course you can. But the consumer is becoming more aware of these things and chooses something less artificial.
Because it is not allowed.
What people call “stevia" is actually the refined isolated and concentrated chemical E960. Steviolglycosides have chemically been stripped of everything that’s good for us. Minerals and other naturally beneficial compounds have been removed to get a highly concentrated product. Stevia leaf is natural, white crystalline stevia powder or concentrated stevia syrup is certainly not natural. The leaf is “only” some 35 times sweeter than sugar and contains all the minerals and compounds the body needs to process stevia. Heavily processed and chemically refined Stevia E960 is 300 times sweeter than sugar and has been stripped of anything natural by industry. We should choose for green stevia powder but this is not legally available.
Our brains need a blood sugar level of about 5 grams per 100ml to function. Any beverage or food with a sugar content lower than 5 grams per 100 ml could actually help you get rid of your sugar addiction. A product that contains say “40 % less sugar” but is boosted to the same experience of extreme sweetness by adding synthetic sweeteners or E960 (stevia) will keep you in the same place: addicted to extreme sweetness.
Nightwatch has chosen to not add anything artificial, no E-numbers, no synthetics and presently we choose to contain less than 5 grams of low glycemic index plant sugars per 100 ml. (currently 4,2 grams per 100 ml)
Yes,
The Guayusa trees are grown in ‘Chacras’ according to ancient permaculture like techniques. No pesticides, fertilizers or any other chemicals are used during cultivation.. Only fresh young leaves are hand selected during the harvest by people who have been working with this tree for many generations.
Yes,
The environment, weather influences but mostly the terroir, meaning the composition of the earth makes up the ‘food’ for the guayusa trees. Different terroir means different flavor and effect. More sun means more focus and power.
The Napo region in Ecuador,
This terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available. Furthermore our Guayusa gets a special drying treatment at very low temperatures immediately after harvesting to ensure the levels of anti-oxidants and the unique blend of beneficial actives are preserved all the way to the can or bottle.
Our Guayusa comes from the Napo region Ecuador, it is said the Napo region is like the ‘Champagne’ of the Guayusa trees where the best Guayusa come from.
The Napo terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available.
Easy,
In the Ecuadorian jungle, the guayusa plant converts the energy of the star that gives us life, the sun, into a beautiful plant. The special blend of energy from this plant gets distracted and added to the cold brew of Nightwatch. Powered by the sun and focussed by guayusa, nature’s literally found a way to put the sun in Nightwatch..
It’s kind of extreme and off-course; energy is energy, but this type of energy is the positive energy we are talking about.
Nature goes to the extreme to put the sun in Nightwatch.
All we can do is direct you to our Webshop
No.
Nightwatch is happy to inform you: no animals were harmed during producing Nightwatch. Neither do we add anything synthetic. No synthetic taurine or anything else. The energy in Nightwatch is natural. It comes to you as designed by nature in the Ilex guayusa plant.
The nightwatch Vegan certification would absolutely not allow animal products to be added nor would our Skal/Eu organic certification allow for the adition of synthetic taurine.
No,
Nightwatch is no substitute for sleep. Even though Nightwatch may keep you going longer, after you've had your fun or at the end of your working day you should rest.
Gua-what?
The Ilex guayusa plant has played a role in rituals and lives of several Ecuadorian jungle communities for no less than 2000 years! The one community utilizing it intensively to this day is the Ecuadorian Quichua tribe. They cultivate and harvest our premium guayusa leaf. The secret knowledge about cultivation and use of Guayusa spread from the Inca empire a long time ago. They say a daily cup of tea brewed from this invigorating, uplifting plant gives strength, focus and endurance all day long.
Researching the plant, we found it to contain high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't add any extra caffeine. All the energy and good vibes you get from drinking Nightwatch comes from the Guayusa plant.
No,
Nightwatch uses only fruit juices to sweeten the guayusa brew.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams naturally present fruit sugars per 100 ml.
No sugars, no sweeteners, artificial or heavily processed, are added.
Extracts from dried leaves of ilex guayusa (91%) (water, guayusa), agave nectar, grape juice from grape concentrate, apple juice from apple concentrate, lemon from lemon concentrate, natural flavourings, carbon dioxide.
* All our ingredients are organic
No,
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not advisable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams per 100 ml.
Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of natural sugars per 100 ml all from organic fruit concentrates. No sugar is added and we keep calories low.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
There's nothing here to scare coffee drinkers. A cup of coffee can contain up to 200 mg of caffeïne.
Our recomended daily maximum consumption is 4 bottles of Nightwatch. It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
It comes down to a max of 4 - 330ml bottles and 5 - 250ml cans per day.
For almost everyone,
Students drink Nightwatch to stay focused when they’re studying, entrepreneurs to get things done, sportsmen drink it to enhance their performance. Nightwatch is also an excellent thirst-quencher at parties and festivals. Our Nightwatch Bar can often be found at such events, enabling you to party all night in a healthy way without having to deal with a hangover the next day.
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not suitable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding. It is also not suitable for children.
Guayusa is a sacred herb.
The Quichua live to be very old and even in their eighties, they are often fit and healthy enough to go hunting, even in a challenging environment such as the rainforest. They also use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night during rituals. Hence the name Nightwatch. It gives them the energy to start the day, go hunting and cultivate their gardens. Life in the Amazon is hard and intense and the Indians claim it would be impossible to survive without guayusa. Now we too can use their secret to conquer our own jungle and get and stay empowered while at the same time we help the Amazon and its inhabitants to preserve their environment and culture.
Xanthine alkaloids,
Nightwatch contains Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (coffee, tea), Theobromine (cocao, tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew Nightwatch. They are bound in a complex way releasing their energy slowly over time without the energy highs and lows you can experience from drinking coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
Besides it’s Xanthine effect, it has high ORAC values (anti-oxidants), almost twice as values found in regular green tea. It contains L-Theanine, shown to relax the central nerve system. Guanidine has hypoglycemic properties, lowering blood sugar levels and helps prevent a quick rise in sugar uptake.
Ecuador, Peru, Colombia
Guayusa grows in the upper course of the Amazon. Nightwatch gets the leaves only from Ecuador, which is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. In order to ensure that the guayusa is cultivated organically and sustainably, we only work with farmers who are inspected annually.
No,
There is no chance of PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon). After having been picked and washed, the guayusa leaves are checked for quality and pre dried in open air. The pre-dried leaves are carefully transported to our facility in Quito, where the final product is prepared using a gas oven at a controlled temperature. Our guayusa is not roasted or smoked - these are the processes that could cause the presence of PAH - as is often the case in yerba mate.
No, because Nightwatch contains grape extract and grapes are unfortunately not kosher, unless they are only touched by Jews.
The restrictions on grape products derive from the laws against using products of idolatry. Wine was commonly used in the rituals of all ancient religions, and wine was routinely sanctified for pagan purposes while it was being processed. For this reason, use of wines and other grape products made by non-Jews was prohibited.
Nothing that will scare coffee drinkers..
A dose of 5 grams (an average tea bag) contains about 20-30 mg of caffeine. Each bottle of Nightwatch contains 102.3 mg.
A single cup of coffee can contain up to 200mg caffeine.
Somewhat yes,
Guayusa (Ilex guayusa), from the upper course of the Amazon, is related to yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis), but yerba mate comes from the Atlantic rainforest. Both are caffeinated rainforest plants and part of the holly family. Guayusa and yerba mate both contain healthy polyphenols and caffeine, offering consumers extended energy.
Ingredients Nightwatch (per 100ml):
Water: 91%
Cafeine: 31mg
Number of kcal: 18
Number of KJ: 75
Number of grams carbohydrates: 4.2
Number of grams sugars: 4.2
Number of grams fats: <0.5
Does it contain allergens: No
Number of allergens: 0
Number of grams monounsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyunsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyols: 0
Number of grams saturated fatty acids: 0
Number of grams fibers: 0
Number of grams starch: 0
Number of grams salt: 0
Product Development
No.
There are no pesticides, chemicals or any other agents used in growing, harvesting, disinfecting or processing guayusa. Ozonated water is used to disinfect the guayusa before drying. This is allowed by organic certifiers under USDA organic and EU organic regulations. Ozone is natural and disappears quickly, 10 minutes after exposure with the environment there is no residual ozone.
By getting used to the benefits we not only use physical parts of our bodies we do not use under normal circumstances but we also get used to the feeling of being capable of doing things with higher efficiency.
For instance, Dutch national shorttrack team coach Jeroen Otter has developed a method to allow dutch shorttrack skaters to get used to the elevated tracks in Salt lake city, location of the upcoming ISU world cup, this while exercising at sea level in the Netherlands. The team developed a jet engine to be mounted on athletes backs in order to boost speeds up to the levels to be expected at the Salt lake city skating facilities. Speed comes with different usage of muscles and creates a state of mind used to better performance. It is this new state of mind that can lead to better performance even when not being boosted by a jet engine (or an energy drink)
Nightwatch is not simply a blend of sugar and additives.
Developing Nightwatch was a complicated proces, from cultivating guayusa in Ecuador to brewing Nightwatch at the Pfanner factory in Austria took us, in all its complexity, 6 years. Nightwatch is just getting ready to be seriously marketed. It will soon be available in stores near you!
Meanwhile you can order in our webshop.
Yes,
At the moment Nightwatch is available at the Kriterion gas station!
You can find Kriterion at IJburglaan 11 right next to the A10 in Zeeburg, Amsterdam
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully Skal/EU Organic certified.
The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
It took Nightwatch years to comply to these strict conditions. (talking about focus!)
Ask for it!
You could send Nightwatch contact details of the person you asked and the shop adress and the Nightwatch sales team will contact them.
We co-share office facilities at Offices for you. This way you can share an office with other start-up and already established companies. We feel sharing our office essentials, rather than being the sole user of equipment, is very sustainable.
Yes,
We check our guayusa leaf for contaminants.
The highly acknowledged team of Pfanner is a guarantee for production according to EU guidelines and regulations.
Once canned or bottled Nightwatch is distributed by proffesional partners.
Nightwatch does not accept donations but here's a list of NGO's we financially support;
Feel free to donate!!
Yes,
the easiest way to organise a home event is to buy a 24 pack and get going.
For a proffesional event you can contact us:
No,
Not at the moment, but we are working on it.
Yes,
Thank you for your interest!
Navigate to our website: Nightwatchdrink
A pop up will appear where you can register, our news letter holds deals and promotions!
Our office is located at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam. It was build in 1928 and is still very much in use almost a century later. In an age where offices are built and being disposed of in a mere decade, office buildings don’t come very much more sustainable than ours. The location provides us with excellent public transportation acces which is something we value quite highly.
Yes,
Nighwatch pays them a healthy price for their guayusa harvest, directly to them no middlemen. Nightwach has donated funds to purchase leaf drying equipment so they can dry their harvest without middlemen owning drying equipment taking a chunk of the profit.
As Nightwatch grows our conrtibutions to these projects will increase.
Yes,
Unfortunately, sometimes they are,
Quichua tribes live in small communities making a living farming small crops. It is not easy to support the community this way. Costs for middleman with equipment for drying harvests, transport costs of produce to market etc. diminish profits. By donating to NGO's specialising in training communities Nightwatch helps prevent exploitation.
Nightwatch donates to several organisations,
Mainly NGO's operating in Ecuador, we sponsor scholarhsips, educational projects and we plant trees.
As Nightwatch makes more profit we will increase our commitment. (that means donate more).
There's no set donation percentage yet, Nightwatch will need to grow substantially before our accountant can set a percentage.
Yes,
We initiate projects to help Quichua communities develop better cultivation methods and to be able to profit from their traditional knowledge.
Quichua communities use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night. Hence the name Nightwatch.
Not at the moment,
Legislature for environmental taxation of beverage producers is vague and under revision. Nightwatch reserves money to pay these taxes as soon as it is required.
Meanwhile Nightwatch donates to reforestation projects in Ecuador. Nightwatch feels obliged to do so.
Yes,
Nightwatch does so by donating to NGO's preventing poverty and illiterism. We donate to reforestation projects, We have donated funds for guayusa harvest drying equipment.
As nightwatch grows so will the level of our commitment and donations.
In order to promote Nightwatch...
Nightwatch is a growing brand, we feel socialy responsible and have set many sustainability goals. In order to reach the targets we set we need, plainly put, money. Promotions are a proven marketing tool to give publicity to growing brands such as Nightwatch and are proven to increase sales. Besides that it gives Nightwatch an opportunity to reward buyers for their support.
Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Sweetness, naturally clean taste and slightly sweet finish and a silky mouthfeel.
No,
Nightwatch is aware of hidden sugars such as deionized apple juice. This is regular apple juice passed through an ion exchange resin in order to strip the juice of flavour, color and mineral content basically leaving just a sugar syrup. This sugar syrup can still be called "apple juice". Producers add this syrup to thousands of products just so they can avoid to have "added sugar" on their labels. Its a very comon marketing trick. Nightwatch does not add sugar nor deionized apple, pineapple, grape or other sugar syrups. Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of total carbpohydrates per 100 ml.
Yes,
A high glycemic index (GI) causes a rapid rise in your blood sugar level. This results in getting the feeling of a 'rush', but quickly after that, you will experience an 'empty' feeling that makes you feel hungry again. A rapid rise in blood sugar levels also causes your body to generate a lot of insulin to quickly store the sugars as glycogen or triglycerides. In other words, if you do not use this energy immediately, it will be converted into fat. In addition, it will also increase the cholesterol levels. This is the main cause of cardiovascular disease. The rapid fluctuations in your insulin levels further cause an insensitivity to insulin, you will feel the need to get more and more energy. This is harmful to the pancreas in the long term.
A low GI on the other side, gives you a long lasting energy without layered feelings or a crash and thus prevents feelings of hunger. It improves your mood by slowly increasing and balancing the release of serotonin. It reduces the risk of diabetes 2 and protects against cardiovascular disease.
Yes,
It helps to stay awake,
However Nightwatch does not recommend driving a car when you are sleepy. When driving long distances please, please, please make sure you are well rested and take a fifteen minute break every two hours of driving. Try to not exceed eight hours of driving per day. Drive safely, stay focussed.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains no traces of nuts.
Yes,
Nightwatch provides at least the same amount of energy as all other energy drinks, currently 32mg of caffeine per 100ml. Or 80mg per 250 ml can and 105mg per 330ml bottle. Other actives make Nightwatch differ from these drinks though. Longer lasting plant based energy, composed, designed and tweaked by nature, straight from the Ilex guayusa plant.
No,
The guayusa farmers use no pesticides, fertilizers or any other substance for the production of guayusa. We are also SKAL certified.
Yes,
It can be grown in greenhouses.
Traditionally guayusa is used to brew a tea for more energy.
Yes, it does.
When not exceeding the recommended dosage, the caffeine in Nightwatch may elevate mood and brain function. Furthermore, it supplies the body with essential vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants.
No,
Nightwatch does not contain any gluten.
Yes,
Guayusa, the main ingredient of Nightwatch, is used by members of the Quichua tribe in the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle as a stomach tonic and a diuretic.
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Yes,
Caffeine is a stimulant and it works partly by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system. Speeding up the heart and breathing, making you feel more alert, and increasing muscle tension. This is why Nightwatch works very well for physical activities like sports.
Yes,
If you consume the same amount of caffeine on a daily basis, you develop a tolerance to it. Other factors like; age, body mass, and overall health can determine your tolerance to caffeine too.
It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day. Exceeding this might cause symptoms like headaches, insomnia, digestive issues or a rapid heart rate. Nightwatch recommends to not exceed 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
Caffeine stimulates the production of adrenaline, when doing sports that also increase adrenaline (norepifedrine is the scientific term) the effects might add up.
Yes,
Several studies have shown that caffeïne can activate contractions in your colon and intestinal muscles promoting bowel movements.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
Yes,
You can drink Nightwatch instead of using vitamins, but there are many different types of vitamins which Nightwatch doesn't contain.
Nightwatch is not a substitute but is a source of some vitamins. (Nightwatch has initiated research to tell you which vitamins exactly)
Remember: neither Nightwatch nor supplemental vitamin products are a substitute for a healthy diet!
Nightwatch does contain a high value of antioxidants.
No,
Ilex guayusa (nor your lungs) is not intended for smoking.
And all active constituents would be destroyed by the heat of combustion
Nightwatch advises against smoking anything.
Creativity is a very personal interpretation. Some people get much more creative and productive after consuming a caffeinated drink, for others they prefer to be in a very mellow state to let the inspiration flow.
Nightwatch give you focus & power but the creativity is all you! (remember this!)
Yes,
Nightwatch contains caffeïne and other activating caffeïne like substances naturally present in the Ilex guayusa plant. When combined with other caffeïne containing drinks such as coffee your intake of caffeïne will be larger.
There is a daily recommended dose of 5 cans a day. In general 400 mg is the maximum daily intake.
Overconsumption of caffeïne can lead to restlesness and unease.
If you are on medication you should check to see if consumption of caffeïne does not interfere with your medication.
Yes,
The guayusa is grown organically (SKAL certified) and predried with solar energy. The last drying step is done in an energy efficient drying facility which is on natural gas for the time being but we will switch to biogas in the near future.
Yes,
Nightwatch has funded a feasibility study for growing guayusa in Dutch green houses.
Currently several plants are being cultivated in a heated greenhouse to get them through the winter period. The plants are doing well but it is too early to state if they can be grown sustainably and economically viable in greenhouses.
This study will reach completion this summer 2019.
More information will be forthcoming.
Forests,
Ilex Guaysusa grows in Ecuador, Peru and Colombia.
Strains growing in Ecuador have a softer more refined flavour than strains growing in Peru and Colombia.
Guayusa grows best in its natural habitat. As consumption grows so will demand of guayusa. In order to prevent cutting of trees to plant more guaysua Nightwatch donates to several educational and reforestation projects in Ecuador.
Pregnant and lactating women should avoid too much caffeine.
Legality,
Both Ilex guayusa and Erythroxylum coca are plants with activating secondary metabolites. They even share the same general habitat and are locally used to energize by the population. Guayusa leafs are boiled for effect and coca leafs are chewed.
However, the legal status of Erythroxylum coca and its isolated product cocaine make it a major factor in the suppression of farmers, the burning of forests and numerous deaths related to production of cocaine and its illicit export.
Guayusa is legal, nourishing and peacefully cultivated and harvested.
Yes you can,
Nightwatch is often used as a pre-workout. Popular pre-workouts can contain up to 450 mg of caffeïne per 7,5 gram scoop. Research shows us more caffeïne is not necessarily better for your workout, it even show us performance with less caffeïne (3 to 6 mg per kg bodyweight) is just as effective as performance with higer doses (9 mg per kg bodyweight).
You could conlude; 80 mg of caffeïne used as a pre-workout can be just as effective as a pre-workout scoop containing 250 mg of caffeïne.
A Nightwatch 250 ml can contains 80 mg of caffeïne. A 330 ml bottle 105,6 mg.
Dont forget Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when scooping or even double scooping pre-workout products.
Yes,
Nightwatch promotes mixing with non alcoholic beverages. Since caffeïne can mask the signs of alcohol intoxication Nighwatch would like you to reconsider mixing with alcohol.
Nightwatch energy is natural.
All activating substances in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew it. Nightwatch energy lasts longer and feels more balanced. Guayusa has numerous health benefits, Nightwatch is low in sugar and all sugars present are solely from the fruit juices we use to sweeten. Nightwatch ingredients have never seen a laboratory. The energizing effect was designed by nature exclusively for the Ilex guayusa plant.
Nightwatch is officially labeled with the EU Biologisch, Vegan, Gluten-free certificates. If you navigate in the menu to about us -> certificates you will see an overview of which other certificates we are aiming to get in the near future.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't want to squeeze the guayusa farmers for lower prices.
Thank you for understanding.
Yes,
Given there are enough activating compounds present, such as caffeïne, it will give you energy. Consider a double espresso without sugar…..that’ll give you quite a (short) boost.
The official definition:
A beverage containing multiple ingredients which serve, with expressed intent, one or more facets of perceived neurological and/or psychophysiological efficiency.
In general this is what a beverage needs to be an ‘energydrink’
- several ingredients know to boost energy
- expression of intent to increase energy
‘Energy’ can be either a boost in mental stamina, mental efficiency, alertness or anything else perceived as a brain boost. Promises of purely physical energy boosts do not qualify.
Yes,
Nightwatch contains about the same amount of caffeïne per ml. as most energy drinks.
But...
Nightwatch's main ingredient guayusa contains other activating compounds absent in these regular energy drinks. Compounds such as Theobromine, Theophylline and L-Theanine. Naturally present compounds mind you, not composed in labs or synthethic but simply nature's way of doing things. Combined with naturally present caffeïne the synergetic effect is longer lasting with fewer 'ups' and 'downs' as experienced when drinking coffee or artificially caffeinated energy drinks.
Sugar,
Mainly large amounts of added sugar. Nightwatch sweetens using fruit juice and does not add anything artificial. A natural energy drink. Curently 4,2 grams per 100 ml. 4,2 grams of naturally present fruit sugars mind you! We do not add any sugar or sweeteners (artificial or heavily processed)
You can use,
Nightwatch as a pre-workout drink since it will energize you. If you experience a dip in energy during your workout, Nightwatch wil keep you going just that little bit longer and after you're done it will invigorate you and quench your thirst.
No.
The deposit system for bottles was devised to encourage consumers to recycle glass. Today it is cheaper and less resources are used to just recyle glass using recyle bins. Also it is easier to mechanicaly sort glas from household garbage. In the Netherlands about 90% of glass is recycled.
No difference as far as the drink goes.
Environmentally, aluminum has a lesser footprint than glass. Its not as heavy which makes it cheaper to transport but the most important factor is the recyclability of aluminum. In the Netherlands 95% of aluminium is recycled. Aluminium can be recycled indefinitely with no loss in quality.
No,
PET bottles are environmentally unfriendly.
Anytime,
Do consider; Nightwatch activates and energizes..
Maybe not what you need right before you want to sleep..
Nightwatch contains caffeine and other central nervous system stimulants. Nightwatch gives you focus and increases attention and it will also diminish your ability to judge if you had enough alcohol to drink. This can lead to overindulgence. You are free to do as you please but Nightwatch would like you to reconsider combinations with alcohol.
Yes,
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No.
Guayusa (Ilex) is a different plant species. It is related to the holly and native to the Amazon rainforests. Even though it is no tea, it is prepared the same way. ‘Tea’ refers to Camellia sinensis originating from South-East Asia. Green, black and white teas are all derived from this plant; the harvesting and drying process determines the flavour of the tea. Guayusa has a naturally soft and mild taste and is harvested, dried and processed as you would a green tea.
Tooth decay has a number of causes. The main cause being : lack of oral hygiene. When we do not brush our theeth you'll end up with cavaties. Another cause of tooth erosion is acidic foods or beverages. Any food or beverage with a Ph lower than 6 weakens the enamel guarding your teeth. The more acidic the speedier its effect. This goes for sour fruits, salads with vinegar, vitamin C chewing tablets and unfortunately also for a drink such as Nightwatch.
In order to be able to preserve Nightwatch without using some of the chemicals present in many products, Nightwatch has a Ph of 3,7. This acidity doesn’t allow the microbial activity that would make Nightwatch ferment in the container. In other words: it doesn't go bad.
Fementation is also prevented by pasteurization. It is the balance between Nightwatch’s 4,2gr/100ml carbohydrate content, the 3,7 Ph acidity and pasteurization that allows us to be free of preservatives. This is a good thing!
But yes, when consuming any food or beverage: please maintain good oral hygiene. And we advise you to prevent tooth erosion by rinsing your mouth with water after consuming any acidic food or beverage! As this helps neutralize acidity levels.
Yes, Nightwatch is pasteurized.
Pasteurization is a process in which water and certain packaged and non-packaged foods (such as milk and fruit juice) are treated with mild heat, to be precise 73 °C, to eliminate pathogens and extend shelf life without the need to use conservatives or chemical agents. It is requiered by law to pasteurize drinks like Nightwatch. Rightly so, since unpasteurized drinks containing sugars would ferment causing the bottle to explode due to increasing co2 pressure. Nightwatch bottles are pastuerized after filling and capping thus preserving flavour. Cans are flash pasteurized seconds before being canned.
The taste that is often referred to as energy is developed in a labaratory. Nightwatch is 100% plant-based, therefore, Nightwatch' taste is natural and will give you natural energy.
You got a point there! Caffeine is a natural ingredient occuring in multiple products. However, a lot of energy drinks often use cafeïne derived from industries that use harsh chemicals to extract it from coffee. These chemicals can be present as a residue. Or they use synthetic caffeine which is not likely to be certified as vegan.
Nightwatch' caffeine is naturally present in the guayusa leaf we sustainably cultivate and harvest in a Equadorian rainforest project.
Make your choice!
Researching the Ilex Guayusa plant, we found it contains high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day. Guayusa consists of many good constituents that result in good effects on body and mind:
- Theophylline, an uplifting stimulant, enhances cognitive function,
- Caffeine, naturally high levels of long lasting, slow-release caffeine,
- 15 essential amino acids, including luceine vital for muscle repair.
- L-theanine, protects and repairs the brain and promotes relaxation.
- Theobromine, a stimulant/anti-inflammatory that is known to reduce blood pressure and aid a blissful mood,
- Vitamins and minerals, vitamins D and C, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chromium,
- It's tannin free, easy to prepare and no bitterness like other herbal extracts
Unfortunately not much research has been done regarding the effects of caffeine on children because of the age-group. As the knowledge is limited regarding the possible effects of caffeine on youngsters, we recommend children under age 14 to not consume any Nightwatch, nor any other caffeinated drinks. Children are at risk because their nerve system might get affected by caffeine. Until age 18 we recommend to only consume a maximum of 1 caffeinated drink per day.
We officially don’t have the label yet, but we did requested it. Soon we hope to print it on our labels. As Nightwatch contains only 4.2 grams of sugar per 100 ml, we will be placed in the A segment of the Nutriscore. It’s a ‘A to E’ scale, meaning that letter A on green background indicates that the product scores well for nutritional value. A product with a red E is one you should eat or drink moderately.
The algorithm gives points for each element in the nutrition table (per 100 g or ml) - that means bad nutrients (energy, sugars, saturated fatty acids, salt) as well as good nutrients (proteins, fibre, percentage of fruit, vegetables & nuts).
Yes, aqueous extracts from dried leaves of Ilex guayusa are permitted. See: EU regulations 258/97 article 5.
Yes,
Nightwatch is fully BIO SKAL/EU organic certified.
The EU organic logo gives visual identity to European Union produced organic products sold in the EU. This makes it easier for EU based consumers to identify organic products The EU organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorized control agency or body. This means that Nightwatch has fulfilled strict conditions on how it is produced, transported and stored.
Nightwatch also has Vegan Society certification.
We recommend you finish drinking your Nightwatch drink 24 hours after opening. You can keep it in the fridge for longer but it will likely lose the fizz.
Polyphenols are a type of antioxidant, they help protect the body against oxidative stress.
Guayusa is a potent source of antioxidants and only raw cacao powder has more antioxidants than brewed guayusa.
The guayusa leaf contains L-theanine, it is a type of amino acid that the brains promotes relaxation. When combined with caffeine, it counteracts the jitters and increased heart rate often associated with caffeine. You will be able to enjoy a smooth long lasting energy without crashing.
We do not add sugar,
We only add fruit juice to refresh the flavor of the drink, a drink should off course taste very good. Also a little bit of low glycemic index fruit sugar adds to the experience of Nightwatch.
We have a maximum recommended daily intake. Anything can be misused, like coffee, but because of the low sugar content Nightwatch is much less likely to be abused than traditional high sugar content energy drinks.
No,
Every country has their own rules concerning sugar content. Some countries even completely banned the sales of high sugary energy drinks and many the sales to minors.
More and more guayusa drinks are entering the market since people are discovering the great effect of the guayusa leaf. Nightwatch is happy with this development, we are are all on the same page in offering people better and healthier alternatives to the ‘first generation’ energy drinks. Nightwatch is the first European guayusa energy-drink, we brew from fresh leaves, we have our own drying facility in Ecuador to ensure the maximum preservation of flavor, taste and actives like xanthines, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Nightwatch has been playing with these parameters for years to create great taste and effect. Nightwatch has created a special flavor blend made from flowers that resonates with the flavor and effect of guayusa. Amongst other things, Nightwatch has set up an independant foundation to preserve the knowledge of the indigenous people from the Amazon: Greenmatters foundation.
This makes Nightwatch the unique all natural energydrink.
One is not better or worse than the other, they are chemically identical. What makes guayusa caffeine better for your health are the accompanying xanthine alkaloids like L-theanine which is known for its relaxing properties and hence lessen some of the less desired side effects of caffeine.
The all natural ingredients contain: minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants. Besides natural caffeine Guayusa contains beneficial actives like L-theanine and Guanidine. Furthermore the low amount of low glycemic index fruit sugars (4,2gr/100ml) are a more healthy alternative to the high levels of refined sugar most energy drinks contain.
It’s the Ilex guayusa plant’s survival strategy to be extremely beneficial to its users. By means of complex natural selection and taking thousands of years, guayusa is now perfectly tuned in to its users and gives them an advantage in day to day life. The plant creates a unique set off molecules, supporting us and giving us a head-start. Such beneficial plants are cherished by mankind and so secure their continuity. There are many partnerships like this between man and plant in nature.
Nature is symbiotic by nature. Thats what we mean by natural.
Naturally you might just toss all sorts of chemicals and left over material from other industries in your lab, blend them with a selection of e-numbers, lots of sugar and synthetic or heavily processed natural sweeteners into a drink and naturally you can call this drink natural. Off-course you can. But the consumer is becoming more aware of these things and chooses something less artificial.
Because it is not allowed.
What people call “stevia" is actually the refined isolated and concentrated chemical E960. Steviolglycosides have chemically been stripped of everything that’s good for us. Minerals and other naturally beneficial compounds have been removed to get a highly concentrated product. Stevia leaf is natural, white crystalline stevia powder or concentrated stevia syrup is certainly not natural. The leaf is “only” some 35 times sweeter than sugar and contains all the minerals and compounds the body needs to process stevia. Heavily processed and chemically refined Stevia E960 is 300 times sweeter than sugar and has been stripped of anything natural by industry. We should choose for green stevia powder but this is not legally available.
Our brains need a blood sugar level of about 5 grams per 100ml to function. Any beverage or food with a sugar content lower than 5 grams per 100 ml could actually help you get rid of your sugar addiction. A product that contains say “40 % less sugar” but is boosted to the same experience of extreme sweetness by adding synthetic sweeteners or E960 (stevia) will keep you in the same place: addicted to extreme sweetness.
Nightwatch has chosen to not add anything artificial, no E-numbers, no synthetics and presently we choose to contain less than 5 grams of low glycemic index plant sugars per 100 ml. (currently 4,2 grams per 100 ml)
Yes,
The Guayusa trees are grown in ‘Chacras’ according to ancient permaculture like techniques. No pesticides, fertilizers or any other chemicals are used during cultivation.. Only fresh young leaves are hand selected during the harvest by people who have been working with this tree for many generations.
Yes,
The environment, weather influences but mostly the terroir, meaning the composition of the earth makes up the ‘food’ for the guayusa trees. Different terroir means different flavor and effect. More sun means more focus and power.
The Napo region in Ecuador,
This terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available. Furthermore our Guayusa gets a special drying treatment at very low temperatures immediately after harvesting to ensure the levels of anti-oxidants and the unique blend of beneficial actives are preserved all the way to the can or bottle.
Our Guayusa comes from the Napo region Ecuador, it is said the Napo region is like the ‘Champagne’ of the Guayusa trees where the best Guayusa come from.
The Napo terroir gives a unique blend of flavor and effect. According to connoisseurs this is the best quality available.
Easy,
In the Ecuadorian jungle, the guayusa plant converts the energy of the star that gives us life, the sun, into a beautiful plant. The special blend of energy from this plant gets distracted and added to the cold brew of Nightwatch. Powered by the sun and focussed by guayusa, nature’s literally found a way to put the sun in Nightwatch..
It’s kind of extreme and off-course; energy is energy, but this type of energy is the positive energy we are talking about.
Nature goes to the extreme to put the sun in Nightwatch.
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No.
Nightwatch is happy to inform you: no animals were harmed during producing Nightwatch. Neither do we add anything synthetic. No synthetic taurine or anything else. The energy in Nightwatch is natural. It comes to you as designed by nature in the Ilex guayusa plant.
The nightwatch Vegan certification would absolutely not allow animal products to be added nor would our Skal/Eu organic certification allow for the adition of synthetic taurine.
No,
Nightwatch is no substitute for sleep. Even though Nightwatch may keep you going longer, after you've had your fun or at the end of your working day you should rest.
Gua-what?
The Ilex guayusa plant has played a role in rituals and lives of several Ecuadorian jungle communities for no less than 2000 years! The one community utilizing it intensively to this day is the Ecuadorian Quichua tribe. They cultivate and harvest our premium guayusa leaf. The secret knowledge about cultivation and use of Guayusa spread from the Inca empire a long time ago. They say a daily cup of tea brewed from this invigorating, uplifting plant gives strength, focus and endurance all day long.
Researching the plant, we found it to contain high levels of Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (Coffee, Tea), Theobromine (Cacao, Tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Guayusa are bound in a complex way releasing their energy very slowly over time. This natural blend of molecules prevent the quick “rush” accompanied by the “restlessness” and followed by the “crash” often accredited to Coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
No,
Nightwatch doesn't add any extra caffeine. All the energy and good vibes you get from drinking Nightwatch comes from the Guayusa plant.
No,
Nightwatch uses only fruit juices to sweeten the guayusa brew.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams naturally present fruit sugars per 100 ml.
No sugars, no sweeteners, artificial or heavily processed, are added.
Extracts from dried leaves of ilex guayusa (91%) (water, guayusa), agave nectar, grape juice from grape concentrate, apple juice from apple concentrate, lemon from lemon concentrate, natural flavourings, carbon dioxide.
* All our ingredients are organic
No,
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not advisable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding.
Total carbohydrate content is 4,2 grams per 100 ml.
Nightwatch contains 4,2 grams of natural sugars per 100 ml all from organic fruit concentrates. No sugar is added and we keep calories low.
Nightwatch contains:
32mg caffeine per 100ml, that's
105,6mg per 330 ml bottle and
80 mg per 250 ml can.
There's nothing here to scare coffee drinkers. A cup of coffee can contain up to 200 mg of caffeïne.
Our recomended daily maximum consumption is 4 bottles of Nightwatch. It’s safe for most healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
It comes down to a max of 4 - 330ml bottles and 5 - 250ml cans per day.
For almost everyone,
Students drink Nightwatch to stay focused when they’re studying, entrepreneurs to get things done, sportsmen drink it to enhance their performance. Nightwatch is also an excellent thirst-quencher at parties and festivals. Our Nightwatch Bar can often be found at such events, enabling you to party all night in a healthy way without having to deal with a hangover the next day.
As with all caffeinated drinks it is not suitable to consume them when pregnant or breastfeeding. It is also not suitable for children.
Guayusa is a sacred herb.
The Quichua live to be very old and even in their eighties, they are often fit and healthy enough to go hunting, even in a challenging environment such as the rainforest. They also use guayusa to stay awake and alert when they stand guard, or dance, all night during rituals. Hence the name Nightwatch. It gives them the energy to start the day, go hunting and cultivate their gardens. Life in the Amazon is hard and intense and the Indians claim it would be impossible to survive without guayusa. Now we too can use their secret to conquer our own jungle and get and stay empowered while at the same time we help the Amazon and its inhabitants to preserve their environment and culture.
Xanthine alkaloids,
Nightwatch contains Xanthine alkaloids. This is the family of molecules to which Caffeine (coffee, tea), Theobromine (cocao, tea) and Theophylline (Cacao, Tea) belong. The Xanthines in Nightwatch are naturaly present in the guayusa leaf used to brew Nightwatch. They are bound in a complex way releasing their energy slowly over time without the energy highs and lows you can experience from drinking coffee and artificially caffeinated energy drinks. The natural xanthine blend in Guayusa gives a focussed, positive flow throughout the day.
Besides it’s Xanthine effect, it has high ORAC values (anti-oxidants), almost twice as values found in regular green tea. It contains L-Theanine, shown to relax the central nerve system. Guanidine has hypoglycemic properties, lowering blood sugar levels and helps prevent a quick rise in sugar uptake.
Ecuador, Peru, Colombia
Guayusa grows in the upper course of the Amazon. Nightwatch gets the leaves only from Ecuador, which is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. In order to ensure that the guayusa is cultivated organically and sustainably, we only work with farmers who are inspected annually.
No,
There is no chance of PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon). After having been picked and washed, the guayusa leaves are checked for quality and pre dried in open air. The pre-dried leaves are carefully transported to our facility in Quito, where the final product is prepared using a gas oven at a controlled temperature. Our guayusa is not roasted or smoked - these are the processes that could cause the presence of PAH - as is often the case in yerba mate.
No, because Nightwatch contains grape extract and grapes are unfortunately not kosher, unless they are only touched by Jews.
The restrictions on grape products derive from the laws against using products of idolatry. Wine was commonly used in the rituals of all ancient religions, and wine was routinely sanctified for pagan purposes while it was being processed. For this reason, use of wines and other grape products made by non-Jews was prohibited.
Nothing that will scare coffee drinkers..
A dose of 5 grams (an average tea bag) contains about 20-30 mg of caffeine. Each bottle of Nightwatch contains 102.3 mg.
A single cup of coffee can contain up to 200mg caffeine.
Somewhat yes,
Guayusa (Ilex guayusa), from the upper course of the Amazon, is related to yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis), but yerba mate comes from the Atlantic rainforest. Both are caffeinated rainforest plants and part of the holly family. Guayusa and yerba mate both contain healthy polyphenols and caffeine, offering consumers extended energy.
Ingredients Nightwatch (per 100ml):
Water: 91%
Cafeine: 31mg
Number of kcal: 18
Number of KJ: 75
Number of grams carbohydrates: 4.2
Number of grams sugars: 4.2
Number of grams fats: <0.5
Does it contain allergens: No
Number of allergens: 0
Number of grams monounsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyunsaturated fats: 0
Number of grams polyols: 0
Number of grams saturated fatty acids: 0
Number of grams fibers: 0
Number of grams starch: 0
Number of grams salt: 0