SToK Extra Bold cold brew has more caffeine than Full Throttle on both counts: 170mg per 12 oz serving against 160mg per 16 oz can, and about 14mg per fluid ounce against 10. 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.
SToK Extra Bold cold brew vs Full Throttle: the numbers
| SToK Extra Bold cold brew | Full Throttle | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 170mg per 12 oz serving | 160mg per 16 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 14.2mg | 10.0mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.4 | 2.5 |
Sources: SToK Extra Bold cold brew's figure is verified in our SToK Extra Bold cold brew caffeine guide against SToK FAQ (source); Full Throttle's figure is verified in our Full Throttle guide against Caffeine Informer (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Full Throttle when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and SToK Extra Bold cold brew 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
- SToK Extra Bold cold brew: the full caffeine guide
- Full Throttle: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
FAQ
Does SToK Extra Bold cold brew or Full Throttle have more caffeine? SToK Extra Bold cold brew: 170mg per 12 oz serving versus 160mg per 16 oz can for Full Throttle.
Which is stronger per ounce? SToK Extra Bold cold brew, at about 14.2mg per fluid ounce versus 10.0mg for Full Throttle.
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