True in the 90s. Nowadays it's Club Mate.

Red Bull if you're in the US.

thought that's a small, german thing

In the US it's an "I read 2600 Magazine and go to HOPE and I have a point to make" thing.

I mean, it tastes good, and it does carry a decent punch in terms of caffeine. But coffee's a lot more convenient, and you spend less time explaining it.

Also cheaper.

Not anymore. Saw plenty of club mates at defcon talks.

"Jolt Cola"

I spent half the 90's drinking Jolt from the local Quiky-mart.

Is that still around?

And damn I miss Computer Language magazine, and the covers, and the awards.