Full Throttle has more caffeine than OLIPOP Vintage Cola on both counts: 160mg per 16 oz can against 50mg per 12 oz can, and about 10mg per fluid ounce against 4. 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.
Full Throttle vs OLIPOP Vintage Cola: the numbers
| Full Throttle | OLIPOP Vintage Cola | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 160mg per 16 oz can | 50mg per 12 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 10.0mg | 4.2mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.5 | 8.0 |
Sources: Full Throttle's figure is verified in our Full Throttle caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); OLIPOP Vintage Cola's figure is verified in our OLIPOP Vintage Cola guide against Caffeine Informer (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick OLIPOP Vintage Cola when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Full Throttle 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
- Full Throttle: the full caffeine guide
- OLIPOP Vintage Cola: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
- Every drink compared: the comparisons index
FAQ
Does Full Throttle or OLIPOP Vintage Cola have more caffeine? Full Throttle: 160mg per 16 oz can versus 50mg per 12 oz can for OLIPOP Vintage Cola.
Which is stronger per ounce? Full Throttle, at about 10.0mg per fluid ounce versus 4.2mg for OLIPOP Vintage Cola.
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