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Adrenaline Shoc vs Celsius: which has more caffeine?

Adrenaline Shoc has more caffeine than Celsius on both counts: 300mg per 16 oz can against 200mg per 12 oz can, and about 19mg per fluid ounce against 17. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.

Adrenaline Shoc vs Celsius: the numbers

Adrenaline Shoc Celsius
Caffeine per serving 300mg per 16 oz can 200mg per 12 oz can
Caffeine per fl oz 18.8mg 16.7mg
Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) 1.3 2.0

Sources: Adrenaline Shoc's figure is verified in our Adrenaline Shoc caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Celsius's figure is verified in our Celsius guide against Celsius essential facts (source).

Which one should you pick?

Pick Celsius when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Adrenaline Shoc when you actually need the bigger hit and know your tolerance. If you are stacking either with other caffeinated drinks through the day, run the math against the 400mg reference rather than guessing.

For context, the FDA cites 400mg of caffeine a day as an amount generally not associated with negative effects in healthy adults. Tolerance and health vary, so treat these numbers as information, not advice.

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FAQ

Does Adrenaline Shoc or Celsius have more caffeine? Adrenaline Shoc: 300mg per 16 oz can versus 200mg per 12 oz can for Celsius.

Which is stronger per ounce? Adrenaline Shoc, at about 18.8mg per fluid ounce versus 16.7mg for Celsius.

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