How Much Caffeine Is in Your Coffee? Espresso, latte, flat white & more
Caffeine depends on how many espresso shots are in your cup, not on the drink’s name. Here is a clear caffeine chart for every coffee on the MRJADE menu, plus matcha, so you can pick the right lift for the time of day.
How much caffeine is in a coffee?
A single shot of espresso has about 63 mg of caffeine, and a double has about 125 mg. Milk drinks such as a latte, cappuccino or flat white contain the same caffeine as the espresso shots inside them; the milk adds none. An 8 oz cup of brewed filter coffee has roughly 95 mg, and a serving of matcha roughly 60–70 mg.
So the strongest drink is not always the one that tastes strongest. A small flat white with two shots has more caffeine than a large latte made with one.
| Single espresso shot | About 63 mg |
|---|---|
| Double espresso shot | About 125 mg |
| Milk, sugar, chocolate syrup | Add no meaningful caffeine (chocolate adds a little) |
| Brewed filter coffee, 8 oz | About 95 mg |
| Matcha, one serving | About 60–70 mg |
| Daily guide for healthy adults | Up to 400 mg a day, according to the US FDA |
Figures are typical averages. Real caffeine varies with the bean, roast, grind, dose and brew time, so treat every number here as an estimate.
Caffeine in every drink on our menu.
Here is every drink on the MRJADE hot coffee menu and its typical caffeine. Where we know how many shots we use, we say so. For anything else, ask the barista how many shots go in, then use the rule above.
| Drink | What’s in it | Typical caffeine |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso (single) | One shot | ~63 mg |
| Espresso (double) | Two shots | ~125 mg |
| Americano | Two shots plus hot water (at MRJADE) | ~125 mg |
| Flat White | Double espresso, silky milk, 8 oz (at MRJADE) | ~125 mg |
| Macchiato | Espresso with a little frothy milk | ~63–125 mg |
| Latte | Espresso and steamed milk | ~63–125 mg |
| Cappuccino | Espresso, steamed milk, generous foam | ~63–125 mg |
| Spanish Latte | Espresso and sweetened condensed milk | ~63–125 mg |
| Dark Mocha | Espresso, chocolate, steamed milk | ~65–135 mg (cocoa adds a little) |
| V60 Filter | Hand-brewed filter coffee | ~80–140 mg per cup |
| Turkish Coffee | Finely ground, slow-prepared, 4 oz | ~50–65 mg |
| Matcha Latte | Organic Japanese matcha from Kyoto and milk | ~60–70 mg |
Ranges reflect single vs double shots. A range like ~63–125 mg means “one or two shots”.
Count the shots, not the size.
Almost all the caffeine in an espresso drink comes from the espresso. Milk, foam, water, ice and condensed milk only change the volume and taste. That is why a big milky latte can be gentler than a small, punchy flat white.
Milk dilutes taste, not caffeine
A latte tastes milder than a flat white because there is more milk, but with the same shots the caffeine is the same.
Water does the same
An Americano is espresso stretched with hot water. Longer cup, same caffeine as the shots inside. See americano vs espresso.
Strong taste ≠ strong caffeine
Dark, bitter or intense flavour comes from roast and extraction, not caffeine. A dark roast is not more caffeinated.
Ask for a shot change
Want more or less? Ask for an extra shot, or a single instead of a double. It is the simplest way to control caffeine.
Is espresso stronger than filter coffee?
Per sip, yes. Per cup, not always. Espresso is far more concentrated, packing about 63 mg into a tiny 1 oz shot. A full cup of filter coffee like our V60 is much weaker per sip but much bigger, so one cup can match or beat a single shot. Cold brew works the same way: long steeping can make it very strong, which is why it often surprises people. Compare in cold brew vs iced coffee.
Espresso
Most caffeine per ml. Quick, intense, done in a few sips.
V60 filter
Less per sip, but a full cup adds up. Clean and slow to drink.
Cold brew
Often the strongest per cup, depending on the recipe and how much it is diluted.
Turkish coffee
Rich and thick, but served in a small 4 oz cup, so total caffeine stays moderate.
Coffee vs matcha caffeine.
A matcha drink usually has a little less caffeine than a double-shot coffee, but the bigger difference is how it feels. Matcha contains L-theanine, an amino acid linked with calm focus, so many people describe its energy as steadier and smoother. Read more in does matcha have caffeine? and matcha vs coffee.
| Coffee (double shot) | Matcha (one serving) | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical caffeine | ~125 mg | ~60–70 mg |
| How it feels | Fast, sharp lift | Gentler, steadier energy |
| Also contains | Antioxidants (chlorogenic acids) | L-theanine and catechins such as EGCG |
| Best for | A strong morning start | Long focus sessions, afternoons |
| At MRJADE | 11 hot coffees | 8 matcha drinks |
Five things that change caffeine.
Two cups of the “same” coffee can differ a lot. These are the main reasons any caffeine chart, including ours, gives estimates rather than exact figures.
1. The bean
Robusta beans contain roughly twice the caffeine of Arabica. Most specialty coffee is Arabica.
2. The dose
More ground coffee in the basket means more caffeine in the shot.
3. Brew time
Longer contact between water and coffee extracts more caffeine, which is why cold brew can be so strong.
4. The roast
Roast level changes flavour far more than caffeine. Light and dark roasts are close by weight.
5. The number of shots
By far the biggest factor in any espresso drink. One shot or two changes caffeine by half.
Plus: decaf
Decaf is not zero. A decaf espresso still usually has a few milligrams of caffeine.
Does iced coffee have less caffeine?
No. An iced latte or iced Americano is made with the same espresso shots as the hot version, so caffeine is the same. Ice only dilutes the taste as it melts, which can make it feel weaker. The exception is cold brew, which is brewed differently and is often stronger per cup. Browse our iced coffee menu or read iced coffee in Downtown Dubai.
Iced espresso drinks
Same shots, same caffeine as hot. Taste softens as ice melts.
Cold brew
Steeped for hours, so it is often the strongest iced option per cup.
How much caffeine is too much?
The US FDA says up to 400 mg a day is generally not associated with negative effects for healthy adults. That is roughly three double-shot drinks. Sensitivity varies a lot from person to person, and people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, on medication or sensitive to caffeine are usually advised to have less. If in doubt, check with your doctor.
| Double-shot drinks (flat white, americano) | About 3 |
|---|---|
| Single-shot lattes or cappuccinos | About 6 |
| Cups of filter coffee, 8 oz | About 4 |
| Matcha drinks | About 5–6 |
General guidance only, not medical advice.
What to order, and when.
We are open from 7 AM until 11 PM, and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Here is how regulars match caffeine to the clock.
7–10 AM: full power
Flat white or Americano, both double-shot at MRJADE. Before the day, near Dubai Mall.
Midday: steady focus
A V60 to sip slowly, or matcha for calmer energy while you work at our work-friendly café.
Afternoon: lighter lift
A single-shot latte or a fruity iced matcha such as passionfruit.
Evening: go gentle
A single shot, a small Turkish coffee, or matcha. See late-night coffee.
Key takeaways
- One espresso shot has about 63 mg of caffeine; a double has about 125 mg.
- Milk, water and ice add no caffeine, so count the shots, not the cup size.
- At MRJADE, the Flat White and Americano are both made with two shots.
- Matcha has roughly 60–70 mg per serving, with L-theanine for steadier energy.
- The FDA suggests up to 400 mg a day for most healthy adults.
Coffee caffeine: your questions
Short answers before you order.
How much caffeine is in a shot of espresso?
About 63 mg in a single shot and about 125 mg in a double, though it varies with the bean and dose.
How much caffeine is in a latte?
The same as the espresso inside it: about 63 mg with one shot or about 125 mg with two. The milk adds no caffeine.
Does a flat white have more caffeine than a latte?
Often, yes. At MRJADE the flat white is made with a double shot in a smaller 8 oz cup, so it usually has as much or more caffeine than a latte, and tastes stronger.
Does an Americano have more caffeine than an espresso?
Only if it has more shots. An Americano is espresso plus hot water. MRJADE’s Americano uses two shots, so it matches a double espresso.
Which coffee has the most caffeine?
Per cup, drinks with the most espresso shots or a large cold brew usually top the list. Per sip, espresso is the most concentrated.
Does dark roast have more caffeine?
No. Roast level changes flavour much more than caffeine. Dark and light roasts are very close by weight.
Does matcha have more caffeine than coffee?
Usually less. One serving of matcha has about 60–70 mg, versus about 125 mg in a double-shot coffee, and its L-theanine gives a smoother feel.
How much caffeine is safe per day?
The US FDA says up to 400 mg a day is generally fine for healthy adults. Some people, including those who are pregnant, are advised to have less.
Where can I get coffee near Dubai Mall early in the morning?
MRJADE Coffee at R01, Burj Crown, Emaar Boulevard opens at 7 AM every day, a short walk from Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa.
Pick your perfect lift on the Boulevard.
MRJADE Coffee, R01, Burj Crown, Emaar Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, UAE.
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 7 AM–11 PM · Friday–Saturday 7 AM–12 AM
