RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) vs Java Monster: which has more caffeine?

Java Monster carries more total caffeine per serving (200mg per 15 oz can vs 180mg per 7 oz can), but ounce for ounce RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) is actually the stronger drink at about 26mg per fluid ounce against 13. Which one "has more caffeine" depends on whether you measure the container or the concentration.

RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) vs Java Monster: 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); Java Monster's figure is verified in our Java Monster guide against Caffeine Informer (source).

Which one should you pick?

Pick RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) 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

• RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black): the full caffeine guide
• Java Monster: the full caffeine guide
• The verified caffeine database

FAQ

Does RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black) or Java Monster have more caffeine? Java Monster: 200mg per 15 oz can versus 180mg per 7 oz can for RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black).

Which is stronger per ounce? RISE Nitro Cold Brew (Original Black), at about 25.7mg per fluid ounce versus 13.3mg for Java Monster.