Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger) vs Java Monster: which has more caffeine?

Java Monster has more caffeine than Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger): 200mg vs 145mg in the same 15 oz can. That is a 55mg gap, and since the cans match, the per-serving number is the whole story.

Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger) vs Java Monster: the numbers

Sources: Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger)'s figure is verified in our Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger) caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Java Monster's figure is verified in our Java Monster guide against Caffeine Informer (source).

Which one should you pick?

Pick Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger) when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Java Monster 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

• Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger): the full caffeine guide
• Java Monster: the full caffeine guide
• The verified caffeine database
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FAQ

Does Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger) or Java Monster have more caffeine? Java Monster: 200mg per 15 oz can versus 145mg per 15 oz can for Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger).

Which is stronger per ounce? Java Monster, at about 13.3mg per fluid ounce versus 9.7mg for Private Selection canned espresso (Kroger).