Texas Family Sues Energy Drink Distributor Over Teen's Death
The family of Larissa Nicole Rodriguez, a 17-year-old from Weslaco, Texas, is suing Glazer’s Beer and Beverage, the distributor of Alani Nu energy drinks, alleging that excessive caffeine consumption led to her death from an enlarged heart. The lawsuit claims the energy drinks lacked adequate warnings about cardiac risks. Rodriguez, who was active in sports and influenced by social media to consume the drinks, died in October 2025. The family is seeking $1 million in damages, and the case highlights concerns over the safety of energy drinks, particularly for young consumers.