Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium) has more caffeine than Pepsi on both counts: 234mg per 24 oz medium against 38mg per 12 oz can, and about 10mg per fluid ounce against 3. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
These are different categories of drink, which changes how the caffeine arrives. Energy drinks and sodas list an exact number because caffeine is a measured additive; brewed drinks vary with the beans and the brew, so their figures are compiled averages. The numbers here are the standard published values for each.
Pepsi vs Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium): the numbers
| Pepsi | Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium) | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 38mg per 12 oz can | 234mg per 24 oz medium |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 3.2mg | 9.8mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 10.5 | 1.7 |
Sources: Pepsi's figure is verified in our Pepsi caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium)'s figure is verified in our Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium) guide against Caffeine Informer (source).
The concentration gap is the striking part: Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium) packs roughly 3 times the caffeine per ounce. Sipping speed matters at that density; a 24 oz medium finished in minutes hits differently than the same milligrams spread over a slow cup.
Which one should you pick?
Pick Pepsi when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium) 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
- Pepsi: the full caffeine guide
- Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium): the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
FAQ
Does Pepsi or Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium) have more caffeine? Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium): 234mg per 24 oz medium versus 38mg per 12 oz can for Pepsi.
Which is stronger per ounce? Baskin Robbins Cappuccino Blast (medium), at about 9.8mg per fluid ounce versus 3.2mg for Pepsi.
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