kombucha (traditionally brewed) vs KeVita Master Brew kombucha: which has more caffeine?

KeVita Master Brew kombucha has more caffeine than kombucha (traditionally brewed) on both counts: 76mg per 15.2 oz bottle against 24mg per 8 oz glass, and about 5mg per fluid ounce against 3. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.

kombucha (traditionally brewed) vs KeVita Master Brew kombucha: the numbers

kombucha (traditionally brewed) KeVita Master Brew kombucha
Caffeine per serving 24mg per 8 oz glass 76mg per 15.2 oz bottle
Caffeine per fl oz 3.0mg 5.0mg
Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) 16.7 5.3

Sources: kombucha (traditionally brewed)'s figure is verified in our kombucha (traditionally brewed) caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); KeVita Master Brew kombucha's figure is verified in our KeVita Master Brew kombucha guide against Caffeine Informer (source).

Which one should you pick?

Pick kombucha (traditionally brewed) when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and KeVita Master Brew kombucha 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.

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FAQ

Does kombucha (traditionally brewed) or KeVita Master Brew kombucha have more caffeine? KeVita Master Brew kombucha: 76mg per 15.2 oz bottle versus 24mg per 8 oz glass for kombucha (traditionally brewed).

Which is stronger per ounce? KeVita Master Brew kombucha, at about 5.0mg per fluid ounce versus 3.0mg for kombucha (traditionally brewed).

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