Starbucks London Fog has more caffeine than Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon) on both counts: 40mg per 16 oz grande (40mg at every size) against 21mg per 16.9 oz bottle, and about 2mg per fluid ounce against 1. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
Starbucks London Fog vs Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon): the numbers
| Starbucks London Fog | Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon) | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 40mg per 16 oz grande (40mg at every size) | 21mg per 16.9 oz bottle |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 2.5mg | 1.2mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 10.0 | 19.0 |
Sources: Starbucks London Fog's figure is verified in our Starbucks London Fog caffeine guide against Starbucks nutrition listing (source); Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon)'s figure is verified in our Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon) guide against PepsiCo product facts (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon) when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Starbucks London Fog 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
- Starbucks London Fog: the full caffeine guide
- Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon): the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
FAQ
Does Starbucks London Fog or Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon) have more caffeine? Starbucks London Fog: 40mg per 16 oz grande (40mg at every size) versus 21mg per 16.9 oz bottle for Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon).
Which is stronger per ounce? Starbucks London Fog, at about 2.5mg per fluid ounce versus 1.2mg for Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon).
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