RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) vs High Brew Double Espresso: which has more caffeine?

RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) has more caffeine than High Brew Double Espresso on both counts: 180mg per 7 oz can against 140mg per 8 oz can, and about 26mg per fluid ounce against 18. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.

RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) vs High Brew Double Espresso: the numbers

Sources: RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black)'s figure is verified in our RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) caffeine guide against RISE product page (source); High Brew Double Espresso's figure is verified in our High Brew Double Espresso guide against Caffeine Informer (source).

Which one should you pick?

Pick High Brew Double Espresso when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) 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

• RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black): the full caffeine guide
• High Brew Double Espresso: the full caffeine guide
• The verified caffeine database
• Every drink compared: the comparisons index

FAQ

Does RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) or High Brew Double Espresso have more caffeine? RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black): 180mg per 7 oz can versus 140mg per 8 oz can for High Brew Double Espresso.

Which is stronger per ounce? RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black), at about 25.7mg per fluid ounce versus 17.5mg for High Brew Double Espresso.