Bang has more caffeine than Bloom Energy on both counts: 300mg per 16 oz can against 180mg per 12 oz can, and about 19mg per fluid ounce against 15. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
Bloom Energy vs Bang: the numbers
| Bloom Energy | Bang | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 180mg per 12 oz can | 300mg per 16 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 15.0mg | 18.8mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.2 | 1.3 |
Sources: Bloom Energy's figure is verified in our Bloom Energy caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Bang's figure is verified in our Bang guide against Caffeine Informer (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Bloom Energy when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Bang 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.
Related reading
- Bloom Energy: the full caffeine guide
- Bang: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
- Every drink compared: the comparisons index
- Compare any two of 120+ drinks
FAQ
Does Bloom Energy or Bang have more caffeine? Bang: 300mg per 16 oz can versus 180mg per 12 oz can for Bloom Energy.
Which is stronger per ounce? Bang, at about 18.8mg per fluid ounce versus 15.0mg for Bloom Energy.
Comparing caffeine? The caffeine comparison tool puts hundreds of drinks side by side, and the caffeine curfew calculator can check your cutoff time for tonight.