Yerbae sparkling yerba mate vs Monster: which has more caffeine?

Monster has more caffeine than Yerbae sparkling yerba mate on both counts: 160mg per 16 oz can against 100mg per 12 oz can, and about 10mg per fluid ounce against 8. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.

Yerbae sparkling yerba mate vs Monster: the numbers

Yerbae sparkling yerba mate Monster
Caffeine per serving 100mg per 12 oz can 160mg per 16 oz can
Caffeine per fl oz 8.3mg 10.0mg
Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) 4.0 2.5

Sources: Yerbae sparkling yerba mate's figure is verified in our Yerbae sparkling yerba mate caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); Monster's figure is verified in our Monster guide against Caffeine Informer (source).

Which one should you pick?

Pick Yerbae sparkling yerba mate when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and 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.

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FAQ

Does Yerbae sparkling yerba mate or Monster have more caffeine? Monster: 160mg per 16 oz can versus 100mg per 12 oz can for Yerbae sparkling yerba mate.

Which is stronger per ounce? Monster, at about 10.0mg per fluid ounce versus 8.3mg for Yerbae sparkling yerba mate.

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