Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) has more caffeine than Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) on both counts: 144mg per 24 oz medium against 92mg per 16 oz can, and about 6mg per fluid ounce against 6. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
These are different categories of drink, which changes how the caffeine arrives. Energy drinks and sodas list an exact number because caffeine is a measured additive; brewed drinks vary with the beans and the brew, so their figures are compiled averages. The numbers here are the standard published values for each.
Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) vs Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus): the numbers
| Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) | Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 144mg per 24 oz medium | 92mg per 16 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 6.0mg | 5.8mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.8 | 4.3 |
Sources: Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium)'s figure is verified in our Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer Dunkin guide (source); Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus)'s figure is verified in our Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) guide against PepsiCo product facts (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) 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
- Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus): the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
FAQ
Does Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) or Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) have more caffeine? Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium): 144mg per 24 oz medium versus 92mg per 16 oz can for Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus).
Which is stronger per ounce? Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium), at about 6.0mg per fluid ounce versus 5.8mg for Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus).
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