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What Is the Caffeine Content of Coffee Beans?

The caffeine in coffee beans is not only found in the caffeine in a single cup of coffee, but it is also contained in the coating of the bean.

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April 17, 2025
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The amount of caffeine in coffee beans varies according to the type, roasting process, and water temperature. On average, 10 grams of coffee contain 120 milligrams of caffeine.

KAMPALA | NOW THEN DIGITAL — Are you wondering how much caffeine is in coffee beans? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Robusta beans contain around 5-10 mg per serving. 

  • The amount of caffeine in chocolate-covered coffee beans is also significantly higher than in coffee. 
  • The amount of caffeine per serving of chocolate-covered coffee beans varies by brand and type, too, but it is always safe to drink only one cup of coffee a day.
  • In fact, a single chocolate-coated coffee bean contains more than 12 milligrams of caffeine. That’s double the amount of caffeine in a single serving of arabica coffee.
  • Read also: There are a number of things you must know before taking caffeine pills.

Even Starbucks’ Decaf coffee has between 15 and 30 mg of caffeine per serving. But how much caffeine is in Laurina coffee, which is the most popular kind of coffee? 

Well, it depends on the roasting process and type of bean. 

In this article, we’ll cover the most common types of coffee beans and their caffeine content.

Robusta beans contain around 5-10 mg of caffeine

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Coffee is a popular beverage consumed by many people around the world. 

Although both varieties contain caffeine, Arabica coffee contains around 9.5 mg per serving while Robust contains around five to 10 mg. 

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This caffeine content can vary significantly from bean to bean. However, it should not have any adverse effects on a healthy adult, so the caffeine in coffee is not a health hazard. 

There are many ways to consume coffee, including brewed on a drip machine.

There are also coffees that contain high amounts of caffeine, including Biohazard Coffee, which is pre-ground and contains five to 10 milligrams of caffeine. 

These beverages have a smooth flavor and contain about twice the amount of caffeine found in energy drinks. They are also much less bitter than energy drinks and have zero acid or bitter taste. 

A single 120-ounce cup of Biohazard Coffee can give you a stellar energy boost.

Banned Coffee is a medium-dark roast coffee with extra caffeine. However, it’s not the most intense coffee on the list. 

Biohazard Coffee is the most potent, containing 928 mg of caffeine per 12-ounce serving. That’s nearly double the recommended daily limit for one serving. 

Robusta beans are considered moderately caffeinated and don’t have the potential to increase your blood pressure.

Decaf coffee from Starbucks contains 15-30 mg of caffeine

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A regular cup of decaffeinated coffee contains approximately the same amount of caffeine as two cups of regular coffee, so if you’re a fan of Starbucks, you might want to switch over. 

Decaf espresso contains only 15 mg of caffeine, while a large latte contains 153 mg. 

Alternatively, you can try decaffeinated coffee at home. Decaf coffee from Starbucks contains only 15-30 mg of caffeine per cup.

Most people don’t realize how much caffeine a cup of Starbucks contains, but even the decaf version has enough to give you a jittery feeling. 

Even the smallest cups can contain as much as 225 mg of caffeine. Depending on how large your cup is, you can drink up to four cups of decaf coffee without worrying about the caffeine content. 

However, you should be aware that a single large cup of Starbucks espresso has up to four shots of espresso coffee, so you might want to stick to smaller amounts.

If you’re worried about your caffeine intake, you can order a decaf beverage. This type of coffee will be lower in caffeine than a regular cup. 

But you should still know that decaf coffee from Starbucks contains traces of caffeine. 

Even though it’s not nearly as potent as regular coffee, it’s still a good choice if you’re trying to cut back on caffeine. If you’re a regular coffee drinker, you can order a decaf pour-over. 

A decaf pour-over contains between 15 and 30 mg of caffeine, and a regular cup will contain about as much caffeine.

Laurina coffee is low in caffeine

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This coffee is prized for its low caffeine content, but this fact can be counterproductive. 

While caffeine is essential for coffee plants, too little caffeine can leave them vulnerable to pests, and less caffeine means fewer cherries, a problem that is worsened by its lower-caffeine content. 

The low caffeine content of Laurina also makes it less durable as a crop. This is why it is sold for such a high price and is often sold out quickly.

Edgardo Alpizar tried growing two laurina coffee trees in 2003, but the result was not profitable. 

Although the experiment produced sufficient quantities of coffee cherries and beans, it proved to be unprofitable. Pests attacked the cherries, and caffeine is the coffee plant’s natural pesticide. 

Without caffeine, Laurina coffee struggled to survive. It is currently one of the few varieties with a low caffeine content that still produces satisfying coffee.

The origin of Laurina coffee is Madagascar, where it was introduced to Costa Rica during the 1960s. The plant is dwarf in size, and its seed is like a giant rice. 

The seed is hard, dense, and contains a low concentration of caffeine. 

Coffee drinkers will notice that Laurina is a bit lighter in flavor, but not necessarily less bitter. 

As a result, Laurina is not as versatile as other coffee varieties.

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