UCAN Launches Salted Caramel Edge + Caffeine

April 18, 2025

A Bold New Flavor of Breakthrough Energy, Just in Time for Boston

Hamden, CT (April 18, 2025) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – UCAN, the leader in steady-release energy for athletes, is redefining race-day fueling once again with the launch of its newest innovation: Salted Caramel Edge + Caffeine. Delivering 75mg of caffeine and powered by LIVSTEADY®, UCAN’s proprietary, slow-release energy technology, the new gel offers the same long-lasting, crash-free performance Edge is known for—now in a deliciously indulgent flavor.

With its creamy texture, sweet-salty taste, and smooth, easy-to-digest consistency, Salted Caramel Edge + Caffeine delivers a satisfying and strategic energy boost athletes can count on when it matters most.

“Caffeine is a proven stimulant that lowers perceived exertion, which is huge for endurance athletes. Adding it to the Edge is a game changer,” said Bob Seebohar, former U.S. Olympic Sports Dietitian. “Athletes no longer feel the need to chase simple sugars to get a lift—Edge + Caffeine provides both a powerful boost and steady, sustained energy. It’s shifting how we think about fueling.”

Arriving just in time for the 2025 Boston Marathon, Salted Caramel Edge joins the lineup of UCAN’s Edge + Caffeine offerings, which have quickly become a go-to fuel for elite endurance athletes. Team UCAN runners Emma Bates, Keira D’Amato, and Dakotah Popehn—all competing in Boston this weekend—have incorporated Edge + Caffeine gels into their training and fueling strategies, relying on the unique combo of fast-acting caffeine and UCAN’s steady energy to support peak performance without the crash.

Team UCAN Athletes Weigh In:

“There’s so much caffeine packed into one small gel, and you feel it right away—it wakes you up and keeps you going,” said Dakotah Popehn, U.S. Olympic marathoner. “I’ve used it mid-race and had no stomach issues at all. It’s a powerful tool in my kit.”

“Honestly, it tastes like pudding—and who doesn’t love that?” said pro marathoner Emma Bates, who used Mocha Edge + Caffeine before a personal best at the NYC Half Marathon. “The caffeine boost is real, but I still get that steady energy UCAN is known for. It’s great pre-race.”

“UCAN nailed it,” added Keira D’Amato, American record holder. “I’ve been using the caffeine gels pre-run and during training, and they give me that extra kick without upsetting my stomach. I’m excited to test them more on race day.”

Key Features:

• 75mg of caffeine from green tea extract for mental focus and alertness
• Powered by LIVSTEADY® for long-lasting energy with no sugar or crash
• Smooth, easy-to-digest consistency
• Ideal for training, racing, and pre-workout use

Salted Caramel Edge is available now at ucan.co and through select retail partners. Try it in person this weekend at the Marathon Sports Brand House in Boston, located at 939 Boylston St.

About UCAN:

UCAN delivers smarter energy powered by LIVSTEADY®, a patented, complex carbohydrate that provides steady, long-lasting energy with no spikes and no crash. Originally developed to support a child with a rare metabolic disorder, UCAN’s Energy Powders and Energy Bars featuring LIVSTEADY® are trusted by over 400 college and professional teams, Olympic marathoners, health and performance thought leaders, and everyday athletes striving to finish stronger. UCAN is a purpose-driven company committed to helping athletes of all levels achieve their peak performance, fitness and health.. Learn more at ucan.co and stay connected with UCAN on social media @GenUCAN.