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Melissa Collins
A lot of us drink coffee simply because it tastes so good. For some, coffee provides a much-needed caffeine boost. After all, it’s easier to face the day once you’ve had your morning cup of coffee.
Something that everyone needs to keep in mind is that caffeine is a stimulant. Too much of it can harm your health. So how much caffeine is there in coffee and espresso?
Here’s the deal: How much caffeine is in your coffee depends on a variety of factors, including the brewing method (drip or pressed), type of coffee bean (Arabica or Robusta), which brand you bought from, and more.
The good news is that there are some general numbers of caffeine in popular coffee drinks. If you need to keep track of your caffeine consumption, these estimates can help guide your decisions:
The important factor to consider for espresso is that it is served in a smaller volume than coffee. You’ll be able to get 16 ounces of coffee from a cafe, but if you ask for an espresso, they’ll serve it to you as just one ounce of liquid.
When it comes to espresso, it’s more effective to measure caffeine concentration per ounce. Just one ounce of espresso has 30-50 milligrams of caffeine. This isn’t as much as your cup of coffee, but keep in mind that you’ll be getting a higher concentration of caffeine. This is why people typically take “espresso shots” but will sip at their brewed coffee for a while.
Like coffee, the amount of caffeine in espresso will vary according to certain factors. The blend, bean type, and even temperature of the water can all impact how much caffeine you get from your espresso shot.
If you’re trying to reduce your caffeine intake, decaf coffee is a great option–but despite its name, decaf coffee does indeed contain caffeine. This is especially important to note for people who are caffeine-sensitive or are otherwise reducing caffeine for medical reasons.
Here is a breakdown of the amount of caffeine in popular decaf coffee products (at 16 ounces each):
It’s perfectly safe for you to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine each day. This means you can have about four cups of brewed coffee.
If you’re a coffee-lover, it’s a good idea to be mindful of how much caffeine you are getting even if you order decaf or an espresso shot. Caffeine perks us up, but you should regulate your consumption so you stay safe!