Alani Nu has more caffeine than Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino on both counts: 200mg per 12 oz can against 90mg per 16 oz grande, and about 17mg 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.
Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino vs Alani Nu: the numbers
| Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino | Alani Nu | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 90mg per 16 oz grande | 200mg per 12 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 5.6mg | 16.7mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 4.4 | 2.0 |
Sources: Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino's figure is verified in our Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino caffeine guide against Starbucks nutrition listing (source); Alani Nu's figure is verified in our Alani Nu guide against Alani Nu label (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and Alani Nu 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
- Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino: the full caffeine guide
- Alani Nu: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
- Every drink compared: the comparisons index
- Compare any two of 120+ drinks
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FAQ
Does Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino or Alani Nu have more caffeine? Alani Nu: 200mg per 12 oz can versus 90mg per 16 oz grande for Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino.
Which is stronger per ounce? Alani Nu, at about 16.7mg per fluid ounce versus 5.6mg for Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino.
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