Celsius Essentials has more caffeine than Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) on both counts: 270mg per 16 oz can against 144mg per 24 oz medium, and about 17mg per fluid ounce against 6. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) vs Celsius Essentials: the numbers
| Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) | Celsius Essentials | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 144mg per 24 oz medium | 270mg per 16 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 6.0mg | 16.9mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.8 | 1.5 |
Sources: Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium)'s figure is verified in our Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer Dunkin guide (source); Celsius Essentials's figure is verified in our Celsius Essentials guide against Celsius essential facts (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Celsius Essentials 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
- Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium): the full caffeine guide
- Celsius Essentials: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
- Every drink compared: the comparisons index
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FAQ
Does Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) or Celsius Essentials have more caffeine? Celsius Essentials: 270mg per 16 oz can versus 144mg per 24 oz medium for Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium).
Which is stronger per ounce? Celsius Essentials, at about 16.9mg per fluid ounce versus 6.0mg for Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium).
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