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Spain Bans Energy Drinks for Minors Under 16

2/25/2026

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  • The Spanish government will ban energy drink sales to minors under 16 and impose stricter rules for drinks with more than 32 milligrams of caffeine per 100 milliliters for those under 18.
  • Minister Pablo Bustinduy announced the policy.
  • The measure has about 90 percent public support.
  • It follows previous actions, including a school ban on energy drink sales, and plans to restrict advertising of unhealthy foods to children.