Most high stim pre workouts promise the world and then leave you staring down a 3pm wall an hour after training, wondering where all that energy went. That gap between the promise on the tub and what you actually feel mid session is exactly what this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review sets out to test. I put the powder version through a proper training block (not the ready to drink cans), to see whether it holds up once the sugar coated marketing is stripped away.
This Kamikaze Pre Workout Review focuses on the powder tub made by Athletic Sport, sold through the brand’s own site at kamikazeenergy.com.au. Kamikaze has built a loyal following among Australian gym goers who want a proper stimulant hit without the bloated feeling some of the creatine based pre-workout supplements can bring. For this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review I tried the Rainbow Gummy flavour, one of the options the brand groups into its Top Sellers range, to see if it earns that spot on flavour alone or the formula does the heavy lifting.
What is Kamikaze Pre Workout?
Kamikaze Pre Workout is a high stimulant powder for lifters, HIIT fans and anyone chasing a proper energy spike before training. It comes in two sizes, a full tub, a smaller Midi trial tub, convenient pre workout sachets (you’ll find in vending machines in some gyms), and you’ll find the complete flavour breakdown further down this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review.
You mix one scoop (14.5g) with 1350ml of water and drink it fifteen minutes before and during your session. For this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review I compared pricing across three Australian retailers, and the full tub sits consistently at $69.95, including at Nutrition Warehouse and Supplement Mart, with occasional discounts bringing it closer to the mid sixty dollar mark elsewhere. That places it in the middle of the Australian high stim pre workout market rather than at the budget or premium end.
One honest note for competitive athletes under an anti doping code: I could not find a published HASTA or Informed Sport batch testing certification for this product, so it is worth a quick email to the brand before you commit to a tub.
Kamikaze Pre Workout Review: Key Ingredients Breakdown
Kamikaze leans on eleven actively dosed ingredients rather than a proprietary blend that hides the numbers, and that transparency is a big part of why this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review landed as positively as it did. Here is what you are actually getting in a full two scoop serve.
- L-Citrulline Malate (6000mg): This is the ingredient behind that skin splitting pump feeling. You will notice your forearms and biceps look fuller by your second or third set, though research on citrulline malate is mixed on strength gains and more consistent on pump and blood flow.
- Beta Alanine (2000mg): This gives you that familiar tingle in your fingers and scalp. I found it kicks in around ten minutes after mixing, and Examine’s research summaries note a real benefit for high intensity efforts lasting one to ten minutes, matching a heavy compound lift or a HIIT circuit.
- Caffeine Anhydrous and Infinergy DiCaffeine Malate (428mg total per full serve): A serious stimulant hit, well above your average flat white. You will feel it fast, and I would suggest starting with a single scoop rather than the full two scoop serve if you are sensitive to caffeine.
- Shilajit (100mg): Marketed as an adaptogen for endurance and recovery, one of the more unique inclusions compared to other Aussie pre workouts on the shelf.
- Alpha GPC and L-Theanine: These work together to smooth out the caffeine hit, giving you a locked in, laser like focus rather than a jittery buzz.
- Betaine Anhydrous, English Walnut Extract, AstraGin and Green Tea Extract round out the formula, supporting power output, nutrient absorption and a touch of thermogenic kick.
Notably absent is creatine, which the brand leans into as a selling point. You will not get the fuller, slightly retained water look creatine users know well, so pair Kamikaze with a separate creatine monohydrate supplement if that is part of why you take a pre workout.
Nutritional Panel
- Full tub (30 serves, $69.95): Apple Fizz, Blackcurrant, Blue Raspberry, Creaming Soda, Grape Soda, Green Cordial, Guava, Hawaiian Splice, Peach Rings, Rainbow Gummy, Ronin Cola, Slushy Madness and Strawberry Lemonade.
- Midi trial size ($29.95): a smaller tub limited to four flavours, Blackcurrant, Creaming Soda, Green Cordial and Hawaiian Splice, so Rainbow Gummy is only available in the full sized tub.
Nutrition Information
| Full Blast (2 scoops, 15g) | Half Blast (1 scoop, 7.5g) | Avg Qty per 100mL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 17 kJ / 4 Cal | 8 kJ / 2 Cal | 0 kJ / 0 Cal |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat, Total | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| – Saturated Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Carbohydrate | 1.0g | 0.5g | 0.0g |
| – Sugars | 0.6g | 0.3g | 0.0g |
| Sodium | 3mg | 1mg | 0mg |
| Potassium | 27mg | 14mg | 2mg |
Active Ingredients
| Ingredient | Full Blast (2 scoops, 15g) | Half Blast (1 scoop, 7.5g) | Avg Qty per 100mL |
|---|---|---|---|
| L-Citrulline Malate | 6000 mg | 3000 mg | 448 mg |
| Betaine Anhydrous | 2500 mg | 1250 mg | 187 mg |
| Beta Alanine | 2000 mg | 1000 mg | 149 mg |
| Caffeine Anhydrous | 350 mg | 175 mg | 26 mg |
| Juglans Regia (English Walnut Extract) | 200 mg | 100 mg | 15 mg |
| Alpha GPC (Alpha glyceryl phosphorylcholine) | 200 mg | 100 mg | 15 mg |
| Shilajit | 100 mg | 50 mg | 7 mg |
| Infinergy™ DiCaffeine Malate | 100 mg | 50 mg | 7 mg |
| L-Theanine | 100 mg | 50 mg | 7 mg |
| AstraGin® | 50 mg | 25 mg | 4 mg |
| Green Tea Extract | 50 mg | 25 mg | 4 mg |
| Total Caffeine | 428 mg | 214 mg | 32 mg |
Ingredients: L-Citrulline, Betaine Anhydrous, Beta Alanine, Food Acids (Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Tartaric Acid), Flavour, Anticaking Agent (Silicon Dioxide), Sweeteners (Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium), Caffeine Anhydrous, Juglans Regia (English Walnut Extract), Alpha GPC 50% (Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine), Infinergy™ DiCaffeine Malate (Caffeine, L-Malic Acid), Shilajit, L-Theanine, AstraGin® (Astragalus Membranaceus & Panax Notoginseng Root Extracts), Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis) (std for 45% Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG)).
Who Kamikaze Pre Workout is for
This Kamikaze Pre Workout Review found the formula suits a specific type of trainer, so it helps to know where you sit before committing to a full tub.
- Lifters and HIIT athletes who tolerate caffeine well and want a genuine high stim pre-workout supplement option.
- Anyone who dislikes the water retention that comes with creatine based pre workouts.
- Aussies who train in the evening and need real focus without the jitters cheaper stimulant blends can bring on.
- People who want full ingredient transparency, since every dose is listed rather than hidden in a blend.
Stacking Recommendations
Based on everything covered in this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review, Kamikaze plays well with a few other staples if you want to round out your routine.
- Creatine monohydrate, since Kamikaze is creatine free and you will still want it for long term strength and power gains.
- An electrolyte or hydration mix on longer training days, given how much of the formula centres on blood flow and pump.
- A whey isolate or plant protein shake straight after training to support recovery once the caffeine has done its job.
FAQ
Is Kamikaze Pre Workout suitable for beginners?
It can be, but start with a single scoop rather than the full two scoop serve. With 428mg of total caffeine per full serve, this sits at the stronger end of the market, so easing in lets you gauge your tolerance first.
Does Kamikaze Pre Workout contain creatine?
No. Kamikaze is a creatine free formula, which the brand markets as a way to avoid the fluid retention some lifters notice with creatine based products. You will need a separate creatine supplement if you want those benefits alongside your pre workout.
What does Rainbow Gummy taste like?
It leans sweet and lolly like, similar to a handful of mixed gummy lollies rather than a fruit juice style flavour, and mixes clear with no noticeable grit.
Can I take Kamikaze Pre Workout every day?
The brand recommends one serving per day, and I would not suggest using a high stim product like this daily long term. Cycling off every few weeks helps keep your caffeine tolerance in check.
Where can I buy Kamikaze Pre Workout in Australia?
The full range is available direct from kamikazeenergy.com.au, with Rainbow Gummy also stocked at most supplement stores online and instore at the same $69.95 RRP, occasionally discounted at other retailers.
Key Takeaways
Before you add a tub to your cart, here is what this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review found.
- Fully transparent, actively dosed formula with genuine clinical amounts of citrulline malate, beta alanine and caffeine.
- Creatine free, which suits lifters who dislike the bloated feeling but means you will need a separate creatine source.
- One catch: at 428mg of total caffeine per full serve, this is a genuinely strong stimulant hit that is not the right starting point for anyone new to pre workouts or sensitive to caffeine.
The Verdict: Is Kamikaze Pre Workout Worth Your Money?
At $69.95 for thirty full serves, Kamikaze sits in the middle of the Australian pre workout market, in line with other actively dosed, high stim pre workout options rather than budget blends that hide their true caffeine content. Pricing is consistent across Nutrition Warehouse, Supplement Mart and the brand’s own site, so a dramatically better deal is unlikely elsewhere, though it is worth checking current specials.
Where this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review lands positively is the transparency of the formula. Every ingredient is dosed and listed, so you know exactly what 428mg of caffeine, 6000mg of citrulline malate and 2000mg of beta alanine feels like, rather than guessing what is hiding inside a proprietary blend.
If you already handle high stim products well and want a creatine free option with a fun flavour, Kamikaze earns its spot on the shelf. If you are newer to pre workouts, start with a single scoop and build up from there. That is the final call from this Kamikaze Pre Workout Review.
