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❓ How much caffeine is in a cup of coffee?

The caffeine content in coffee varies depending on several factors, but on average, an 8-ounce cup of brewed coffee contains 80-100 mg of caffeine.

Here's a breakdown by coffee type:

  • Brewed coffee: 95 mg per 8 oz
  • Espresso: 63 mg per 1 oz shot
  • Instant coffee: 30-90 mg per 8 oz
  • Decaf coffee: 2-5 mg per 8 oz

Factors affecting caffeine levels include the type of coffee bean (Robusta has nearly twice the caffeine of Arabica), brewing method, serving size, and brewing time. A longer brewing time generally extracts more caffeine. For reference, the FDA suggests that 400 mg of caffeine per day is safe for most healthy adults, which equals about 4-5 cups of coffee.

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