Commonly accepted levels are based on theory. To play with the parameters that allow you to increase or decrease the level of caffeine in your drink, find our tips in our article on caffeine.
Caffeine, this alkaloid is found in many foods such as chocolate, tea, guarana and even cola. It is widely used by the pharmaceutical industry and by manufacturers of industrial sodas.
lHere are the (theoretical) doses of caffeine in coffee preparations:
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Espresso of 2 cl: 40 mg
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Double espresso of 4 cl : 80 mg
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Cappuccino: 40 mg
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Flat White : 80 mg
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Decaffeinated espresso 2cl: 0 to 15 mg
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Filter (220 ml): 65 to 120 mg
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Latte : 80 mg
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Instant or soluble coffee (220 ml): 30 to 120 mg
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To know: If your coffee contains Robusta then you can apply a factor of 1.5, if it is 100% Arabica, a factor of 0.80.
Forcomparison, here are the rates for different preparations and foods:
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Coca-Cola: 32 mg per can
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Red Bull: 80 mg per can
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Green tea: 60 - 100 mg per 30 cl
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Black tea: +/- 70 mg for 30 cl
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Guarana: 30 g for 300 g
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100% pure cocoa: 140 mg per 100g
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Dark chocolate 75%: 95 mg per 100g
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You are sensitive to caffeine, you like "light" coffees? Do not hesitate to consult our article on low caffeine coffees.
