La Colombe Draft Latte has more caffeine than Starbucks canned Nitro (Black) on both counts: 155mg per 9 oz can against 155mg per 9.6 oz can, and about 17mg per fluid ounce against 16. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
La Colombe Draft Latte vs Starbucks canned Nitro (Black): the numbers
| La Colombe Draft Latte | Starbucks canned Nitro (Black) | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 155mg per 9 oz can | 155mg per 9.6 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 17.2mg | 16.1mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.6 | 2.6 |
Sources: La Colombe Draft Latte's figure is verified in our La Colombe Draft Latte caffeine guide against La Colombe product page (source); Starbucks canned Nitro (Black)'s figure is verified in our Starbucks canned Nitro (Black) guide against PepsiCo product facts (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Starbucks canned Nitro (Black) when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and La Colombe Draft Latte 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
- La Colombe Draft Latte: the full caffeine guide
- Starbucks canned Nitro (Black): the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
FAQ
Does La Colombe Draft Latte or Starbucks canned Nitro (Black) have more caffeine? La Colombe Draft Latte: 155mg per 9 oz can versus 155mg per 9.6 oz can for Starbucks canned Nitro (Black).
Which is stronger per ounce? La Colombe Draft Latte, at about 17.2mg per fluid ounce versus 16.1mg for Starbucks canned Nitro (Black).
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