Espresso Monster has more caffeine than Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream on both counts: 160mg per 8.4 oz can against 120mg per 6.5 oz can, and about 19mg per fluid ounce against 18. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
Espresso Monster vs Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream: the numbers
| Espresso Monster | Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 160mg per 8.4 oz can | 120mg per 6.5 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 19.0mg | 18.5mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.5 | 3.3 |
Sources: Espresso Monster's figure is verified in our Espresso Monster caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream's figure is verified in our Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream guide against Caffeine Informer / Starbucks nutrition (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Espresso Monster 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
- Espresso Monster: the full caffeine guide
- Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream: 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 Espresso Monster or Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream have more caffeine? Espresso Monster: 160mg per 8.4 oz can versus 120mg per 6.5 oz can for Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream.
Which is stronger per ounce? Espresso Monster, at about 19.0mg per fluid ounce versus 18.5mg for Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & Cream.
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