Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large) carries more total caffeine per serving (187mg per 20 oz large vs 160mg per 16 oz can), but ounce for ounce Monster is actually the stronger drink at about 10mg per fluid ounce against 9. Which one "has more caffeine" depends on whether you measure the container or the concentration.
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.
Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large) vs Monster: the numbers
| Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large) | Monster | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 187mg per 20 oz large | 160mg per 16 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 9.3mg | 10.0mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.1 | 2.5 |
Sources: Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large)'s figure is verified in our Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large) caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Monster's figure is verified in our Monster guide against Caffeine Informer (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Monster when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large) 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
- Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large): the full caffeine guide
- Monster: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
- Every drink compared: the comparisons index
- Compare any two of 120+ drinks
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FAQ
Does Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large) or Monster have more caffeine? Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large): 187mg per 20 oz large versus 160mg per 16 oz can for Monster.
Which is stronger per ounce? Monster, at about 10.0mg per fluid ounce versus 9.3mg for Dutch Bros brewed coffee (large).
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