One thing that makes Booster Juice different from a regular smoothie shop is the “booster” system. These are small add-ins — powders and natural extracts — that you can mix into almost any smoothie to give it a specific purpose. Want more protein after the gym? There is a booster for that. Trying to fight off a cold? There is one for that too.

The good news is that most full-size smoothies (except Power Smoothies, which already include a booster) come with one free booster included in the price. Anything extra usually costs a small additional fee, generally between $0.99 and $1.99 depending on the location.

Below is the full breakdown of every booster on the menu, explained in plain language.

Protein Booster – A soy-based, vegetarian protein powder. This is the go-to choice if you want your smoothie to work more like a meal replacement or post-workout drink.

Power Booster – Contains creatine, which is popular with people doing strength training or muscle-building workouts. If your goal is gym performance, this is the one most people pick.

Energy Booster – Made with Korean ginseng and bee pollen. It is meant to give you a natural energy lift without relying on caffeine. Worth noting if you have a bee allergy, you should skip this one.

Combo Booster – A general all-rounder with a mix of vitamins and minerals. Good if you just want an everyday nutrition top-up without targeting anything specific.

Cold Warrior Booster – Built around echinacea, goldenseal, and rosehip. This is the one people reach for during flu season or when they feel a cold coming on.

Thermo Booster – Contains kola nut and hawthorn berry, often used by people trying to manage their appetite or support their metabolism as part of a diet plan.

Bone Booster – Includes calcium citrate, aimed at supporting bone strength. Often recommended for women and growing children.

Wilderness Booster – A green blend of spirulina, barley grass, wheat sprout, and alfalfa. This is the closest thing to a “greens powder” on the Booster Juice menu.

Fiber Booster – Made with oat bran, this one is for digestion and helping manage cholesterol levels.

Brain Booster – Contains ginkgo biloba and lecithin, marketed toward mental focus and alertness.

ItemApproximate Price
First booster with a full-size smoothieIncluded (free)
Additional booster$0.99 – $1.99
Booster with a Snack-size smoothieMay not be included — ask at the counter

Prices can vary slightly between locations and provinces, so it’s best to confirm with staff when ordering, especially if you’re combining multiple boosters in one drink.

In most cases, yes — Booster Juice allows you to add more than one booster to a single smoothie. Each additional booster beyond the free one will usually add a small charge. This is popular with customers who want, for example, both a Protein Booster and an Energy Booster in the same drink after a workout.

If you’re not sure which boosters work well together, a simple combination many regulars go for is Protein + Energy for a post-gym pick-me-up, or Cold Warrior + Combo during the winter months.

Yes, one booster is included free with most full-size smoothies. Power Smoothies already come with a booster built into the recipe, so an extra one would be an additional charge.

The Thermo Booster is the one most associated with appetite control and metabolism support, though it works best alongside a balanced diet, not as a replacement for one.

Yes, most locations allow you to add a booster to a fresh juice as well, though availability can depend on the store.

The Protein Booster is soy-based and vegetarian. If you need a fully vegan option, it’s best to confirm with your local store, as recipes can vary slightly.