RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) has more caffeine than Diet Pepsi on both counts: 180mg per 7 oz can against 35mg per 12 oz can, and about 26mg per fluid ounce against 3. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
These are different categories of drink, which changes how the caffeine arrives. Energy drinks and sodas list an exact number because caffeine is a measured additive; brewed drinks vary with the beans and the brew, so their figures are compiled averages. The numbers here are the standard published values for each.
Diet Pepsi vs RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black): the numbers
| Diet Pepsi | RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 35mg per 12 oz can | 180mg per 7 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 2.9mg | 25.7mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 11.4 | 2.2 |
Sources: Diet Pepsi's figure is verified in our Diet Pepsi caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black)'s figure is verified in our RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) guide against RISE product page (source).
The concentration gap is the striking part: RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) packs roughly 9 times the caffeine per ounce. Sipping speed matters at that density; a 7 oz can finished in minutes hits differently than the same milligrams spread over a slow cup.
Which one should you pick?
Pick Diet Pepsi when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) 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
- Diet Pepsi: the full caffeine guide
- RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black): the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
FAQ
Does Diet Pepsi or RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) have more caffeine? RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black): 180mg per 7 oz can versus 35mg per 12 oz can for Diet Pepsi.
Which is stronger per ounce? RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black), at about 25.7mg per fluid ounce versus 2.9mg for Diet Pepsi.
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