Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) has more caffeine than OLIPOP Vintage Cola on both counts: 92mg per 16 oz can against 50mg per 12 oz can, and about 6mg per fluid ounce against 4. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) vs OLIPOP Vintage Cola: the numbers
| Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) | OLIPOP Vintage Cola | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 92mg per 16 oz can | 50mg per 12 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 5.8mg | 4.2mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 4.3 | 8.0 |
Sources: Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus)'s figure is verified in our Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) caffeine guide against PepsiCo product facts (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 Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) 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
- Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus): the full caffeine guide
- OLIPOP Vintage Cola: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
- Every drink compared: the comparisons index
FAQ
Does Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) or OLIPOP Vintage Cola have more caffeine? Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus): 92mg per 16 oz can versus 50mg per 12 oz can for OLIPOP Vintage Cola.
Which is stronger per ounce? Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus), at about 5.8mg per fluid ounce versus 4.2mg for OLIPOP Vintage Cola.
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