RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) has more caffeine than International Delight iced coffee on both counts: 180mg per 7 oz can against 88mg per 12 oz serving, and about 26mg per fluid ounce against 7. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) vs International Delight iced coffee: the numbers
| RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) | International Delight iced coffee | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 180mg per 7 oz can | 88mg per 12 oz serving |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 25.7mg | 7.3mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.2 | 4.5 |
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); International Delight iced coffee's figure is verified in our International Delight iced coffee guide against Caffeine Informer (source).
The concentration gap is the striking part: RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) packs roughly 4 times the caffeine per ounce. Sipping speed matters at that density; a 7 oz can finished in minutes hits differently than the same milligrams spread over a slow cup.
Which one should you pick?
Pick International Delight iced coffee 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
- International Delight iced coffee: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
- Every drink compared: the comparisons index
FAQ
Does RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) or International Delight iced coffee have more caffeine? RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black): 180mg per 7 oz can versus 88mg per 12 oz serving for International Delight iced coffee.
Which is stronger per ounce? RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black), at about 25.7mg per fluid ounce versus 7.3mg for International Delight iced coffee.
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