Caffeine in a can of coke

Caffeine in a can of coke

Caffeine is found in many common foods and drinks such as tea, hot cocoa, chocolate, sparkling drinks. People around the world have enjoyed caffeine as part of their diets for hundreds of years. Coca-Cola in Australia offers both caffeine-free and caffeinated drinks.

One of the most studied ingredients

Caffeine is a comprehensively studied ingredient in the food supply, with centuries of safe use. Regulatory agencies throughout the world including Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), Food and Drug Administration in the US (FDA) and the UK's Food Standards Agency (FSA), consider the appropriate use of caffeine in food to be safe and acceptable.

Pregnant or nursing women, or women trying to become pregnant, should consult a doctor regarding caffeine consumption.

Caffeine in the diet

The most commonly known sources of caffeine are coffee, cocoa beans, and tea leaves. Caffeine is also an ingredient in sparkling cola beverages and other drinks. Caffeine levels in popular products are as follows:

Caffeine (mg)

Pack Size(mL) 'Coca-Cola' 'Diet Coke' 'Coke No Sugar' Instant Coffee
without Milk
Tea*
100 9.7 12.8 9.6 31.0 19.0
175 17.0 22.4 16.8 54.3 33.3
200 19.4 25.6 19.2 62.0 38.0
250 24.3 32.0 24.0 77.5 47.5
300 29.1 38.4 28.8 93.0 57.0
330 32.0 42.2 31.7 102.3 62.7
375 36.4 48.0 36.0 116.3 71.3
385 37.3 49.3 37.0 119.4 73.2
390 37.8 49.9 37.4 120.9 74.1
440 42.7 56.3 42.2 136.4 83.6
450 43.7 57.6 43.2 139.5 85.5
600 58.2 76.8 57.6 186.0 114.0


*brewed from leaf or tea bag Source for instant coffee and tea information: AUSNUT 2010, FSANZ

Caffeine in sparkling drinks

Caffeine in a can of coke

 Caffeine is an integral part of the complex flavour and overall profile of some sparkling drinks, which people enjoy for refreshment, taste and hydration. For over 100 years, in some cases, the formulae for these drinks have carefully balanced a mix of ingredients, including sweeteners, carbonation, caffeine, and other flavourings to produce the refreshing and tangy taste that consumers prefer, especially when served cold or with ice. The bitter taste of caffeine is part of the complex flavour profile of these drinks.

The amount of caffeine in our cola soft drinks is relatively small, 9.6 - 12.8 milligrams of caffeine per 100ml serving or 24 - 32mg per 250mL cup, less caffeine than a cup of instant coffee (which is approximately 77.5mg per 250mL cup). However, because some people prefer drinks without caffeine, many sparkling drinks are also available in caffeine-free versions.

Is caffeine dehydrating?

Scientific consensus concludes caffeinated beverages contribute to the body's hydration needs similarly to non-caffeinated beverages. The US based Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine in its February 2004 report on 'Dietary Reference Intakes for Water, Potassium, Sodium, Chloride and Sulfate*' states, "... caffeinated beverages appear to contribute to the daily total water intake similar to that contributed by Non-Caffeinated beverages."

In a study examining the effect of caffeinated and non-caffeinated beverages on hydration status, no significant differences were found in the effect of various combinations (Grandjean, A et. al. The Effect of Caffeinated, Non-Caffeinated, Caloric and Non-Caloric beverages on Hydration, J. Am. College of Nutrition, 2000. 19, 591-600).

In addition a review on hydration concluded that moderate ingestion of caffeine (<300mg) does not promote dehydration (Ganio MS, et. al. Evidence-Based Approach to Lingering Hydration Questions, Clin. Sports. Med. 2007, 26, 1-16.

* Intakes for Water, Potassium, Sodium, Chloride, and Sulfate. National Academy of Sciences. Institute of Medicine. Food and Nutrition Board, 2004. 4; 133-134

Which soda has the highest caffeine?

Jolt Cola - by far the most well-known higher caffeinated soda.

How much caffeine in a 330ml can of Coke?

Caffeine (mg).

How much caffeine is in a 375ml can of Coke?

The standard 375ml can of Diet Coke contains 48.0 milligrams of caffeine. People are often surprised when they learn that a can of Coca-Cola contains much less caffeine than the same amount of coffee. Every day, millions of people enjoy beverages with caffeine including coffee, tea and soft drinks.

How much caffeine is in Coke and coffee?

Coca-Cola with Coffee is available nationwide in three signature flavors – Dark Blend, Vanilla and Caramel – and its zero-sugar counterpart comes in Dark Blend and Vanilla. All varieties are shelf-stable and contain 69 mg of caffeine per 12-oz.