Poppi Classic Cola has more caffeine than Crush Orange: 40mg vs 0mg in the same 12 oz can. That is a 40mg gap, and since the cans match, the per-serving number is the whole story.
Poppi Classic Cola vs Crush Orange: the numbers
| Poppi Classic Cola | Crush Orange | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 40mg per 12 oz can | 0mg per 12 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 3.3mg | 0.0mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 10.0 | n/a (caffeine-free) |
Sources: Poppi Classic Cola's figure is verified in our Poppi Classic Cola caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Crush Orange's figure is verified in our Crush Orange guide against Caffeine Informer (source).
The concentration gap is the striking part: Poppi Classic Cola packs roughly 333 times the caffeine per ounce. Sipping speed matters at that density; a 12 oz can finished in minutes hits differently than the same milligrams spread over a slow cup.
Which one should you pick?
Pick Crush Orange when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Poppi Classic Cola 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
- Poppi Classic Cola: the full caffeine guide
- Crush Orange: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
- Every drink compared: the comparisons index
FAQ
Does Poppi Classic Cola or Crush Orange have more caffeine? Poppi Classic Cola: 40mg per 12 oz can versus 0mg per 12 oz can for Crush Orange.
Which is stronger per ounce? Poppi Classic Cola, at about 3.3mg per fluid ounce versus 0.0mg for Crush Orange.
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