Alani Nu has more caffeine than Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade) on both counts: 200mg per 12 oz can against 160mg per 15.5 oz can, and about 17mg per fluid ounce against 10. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade) vs Alani Nu: the numbers
| Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade) | Alani Nu | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 160mg per 15.5 oz can | 200mg per 12 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 10.3mg | 16.7mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.5 | 2.0 |
Sources: Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade)'s figure is verified in our Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade) caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Alani Nu's figure is verified in our Alani Nu guide against Alani Nu label (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade) when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Alani Nu 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
- Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade): the full caffeine guide
- Alani Nu: 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 Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade) or Alani Nu have more caffeine? Alani Nu: 200mg per 12 oz can versus 160mg per 15.5 oz can for Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade).
Which is stronger per ounce? Alani Nu, at about 16.7mg per fluid ounce versus 10.3mg for Monster Rehab (Tea + Lemonade).
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