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Redline Xtreme vs Alani Nu: which has more caffeine?

Redline Xtreme has more caffeine than Alani Nu on both counts: 316mg per 8 oz bottle against 200mg per 12 oz can, and about 40mg per fluid ounce against 17. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.

Redline Xtreme vs Alani Nu: the numbers

Redline Xtreme Alani Nu
Caffeine per serving 316mg per 8 oz bottle 200mg per 12 oz can
Caffeine per fl oz 39.5mg 16.7mg
Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) 1.3 2.0

Sources: Redline Xtreme's figure is verified in our Redline Xtreme 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 Alani Nu when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Redline Xtreme 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.

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FAQ

Does Redline Xtreme or Alani Nu have more caffeine? Redline Xtreme: 316mg per 8 oz bottle versus 200mg per 12 oz can for Alani Nu.

Which is stronger per ounce? Redline Xtreme, at about 39.5mg per fluid ounce versus 16.7mg for Alani Nu.

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