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CNET
a day ago
- Health
- CNET
Understanding the Caffeine Intake in Drip Coffee vs. Espresso
A great cup of coffee can vary widely depending on how it's made and which roast is used. Getting that caffeine fix you need in the morning can be done in so many ways. But there are two preparation styles that are all too popular: the traditional drip-style brew and the quick-fix espresso. If you've been wondering which might be the right fit for you, here's a useful breakdown to help you understand how much caffeine you might be consuming -- and where to draw the line. Espresso packs more caffeine despite its small size Espresso shots may be small but ounce-for-ounce they pack a bigger punch of caffeine than drip coffee. Getty Images The simple answer is that espresso contains more caffeine per ounce than a standard drip coffee, which means you'll get a much bigger burst of energy from sucking down a shot of the stuff. The difference between drip coffee and espresso beans comes down to how each is brewed. Espresso beans are brewed using intense pressure to force out a couple of ounces of concentrated coffee. Drip coffee results from hot water moving through ground beans at the speed of gravity. The slower brewing process creates a more diluted drink, but one that is often consumed in higher volumes. On average, an espresso contains around 63 milligrams of caffeine per ounce. Starbucks serves 75 milligrams of caffeine in each of its .75-ounce espresso shots. Dunkin Donuts claims a hefty 118 milligrams per shot. In comparison, drip coffee ranges from around 12 to 16 milligrams of caffeine per ounce. How much caffeine is in your morning cup is more complex. After all, when was the last time you sipped a thimble-sized cup of java? Caffeine content depends on the volume and style of bean Arabica coffee has roughly half the amount of caffeine as robusta. Tyler Lizenby/CNET The actual amount of caffeine in an espresso or drip coffee varies depending on the type of bean used. The majority of the coffee sold and consumed around the world is arabica coffee -- regardless of the roast or style -- and is said to contain half the amount of caffeine as the heartier robusta coffee bean. Most brands use arabica beans, but sometimes they'll blend both types together to gain that extra kick of energy. It's also common for lattes and cappuccinos to include two shots of espresso in a 12-ounce drink. You can count on about 126 to 150 milligrams of caffeine if sipping a double shot. Starbucks is an exception since two espresso shots are reserved for 16-ounce Grande and 20-ounce Venti-sized drinks unless you specify otherwise. A 10-ounce drip coffee at most retailers will pack between 180 and 240 milligrams of caffeine. Boy_Anupong/Getty Images Espresso is notorious for offering an almost instant jolt, but the amount of caffeine in drip coffee easily overpowers espresso in a single serving. A 10-ounce small coffee at Dunkin Donuts jumps to 180 milligrams of caffeine. A robust 12-ounce cup of Starbucks Pike Place roast offers 235 milligrams. Based on how much coffee is served by volume, a cup of coffee has much more caffeine than a couple of shots of espresso in a latte or cappuccino. Comparing caffeine in drip coffee or espresso isn't an exact science, but you should always consider volume to limit or maximize your caffeine allotment. FAQs Does espresso have more caffeine than drip coffee? Espresso has more caffeine per ounce than drip coffee. But factors like the bean blend and serving size mean a full cup of drip coffee usually contains more total caffeine than a single shot of espresso. Choosing one type of coffee over the other will depend on how quickly you want that jolt of energy, as well as how much you're looking to drink overall. How much caffeine is in lattes and cappucinos? When you order a latte or a cappucino, there are usually two shots of espresso in each product. That means you're imbibing somewhere between 120 and 150 milligrams of caffeine in each drink. Which has more caffeine, espresso or tea? We already know that an espresso has more caffeine per ounce than drip coffee, however this equation changes when you consider a mug of drip coffee. But if you bring an eight ounce cup of black tea into the conversation, a single shot of espresso will still be more potent with its caffeine kick.
Chicago Tribune
07-07-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
State grant to fuel improvements at 55th Street and Western Avenue in Clarendon Hills
Clarendon Hills has been approved for a $1 million legislative grant for planned intersection improvements at 55th Street and Western Avenue. The state grant was garnered with support from state Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton, D-24th, and state Rep. Martha Deuter, D-45th, according to Clarendon Hills Village President Eric Tech. 'Staff is working diligently with DuPage County to get the residents south of 55th Street safe access to the north side of town,' he said. Village Manager Zach Creer said there is documented desire for improving this intersection, going back to the South of 55th Subarea Plan adopted in November 2017. He said a 2022 development proposal for a Dunkin Donuts, which was voted down by the Village Board after numerous residents expressed opposition, refocused interest in the intersection. He said a tax increment financing district was established last year 'as a way to find a funding source for the intersection improvements.' 'The intersection has a lot of car crashes,' Creer said. 'It is a long distance between pedestrian crossings, and this area should be connected to the rest of the town. It's still easily within walking distance of the train station and downtown.' Creer said there have been 18 vehicle crashes at the intersection between 2019 and 2024. A major component of intersection improvements sought by the village is the addition of a traffic signal. 'The Dunkin Donuts proposal was rejected, in part, due to concerns about children trying to cross there without a signal,' Creer said. He said approval would be needed from DuPage County to add a traffic signal at the intersection. 'The warrants for a stop signal upgrade require a certain amount of traffic and a certain amount of crashes,' Creer said. 'In order to justify the warrants for a signal, additional traffic needs to be anticipated.' He said the $1 million grant from the state could take up to a few years to receive, and the village likely would use TIF funds to make up the difference between the grant money and any additional costs. The total anticipated cost of the project is design dependent, Creer said, with a basic traffic signal expected to cost upward of $1 million. 'However, adding lanes or straightening the road could be extremely expensive,' he said. 'It's somewhat development dependent. In order to justify the warrants for a signal, additional traffic needs to be anticipated from the redevelopment of the Tracy's Tavern site (at the southwest edge of the intersection). The village has continued to seek a developer for the former Tracy's Tavern site. 'The last development proposal for a daycare seems to be on pause,' Creer said. 'No new proposal has come forward. If the intersection improvement was unable to move forward, then the money could be repurposed to another village project. The grant is not dependent on any development.' A new two-townhouse development has been approved by the village for an empty lot at 5740 Concord Lane, about a mile and a half from the 55th Street/Western Avenue intersection. Community Development Director Ed Cage said the property is approximately 0.20 acres and is adjacent to a similar property developed in unincorporated DuPage County. Estimated costs for the completed townhomes will be between $300,000 and $400,000, depending on upgrades and options, he said.
Daily Mail
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Dunkin' debuts all new refresher
Dunkin' and Sabrina Carpenter have teamed up for the second time in six months to offer fans an all new refresher. The new beverage, Sabrina's Strawberry Daydream Refresher, is made with strawberry flavoring and oatmilk topped with cold foam, giving fans 'the nostalgic taste of strawberries and cream in a sip.' The 'Espresso' singer also enjoyed a sip of it while portraying a matchmaker from the 'Dunkin' Daydream Hotline' in a new ad. Like the limited-time Sabrina's Brown Sugar Shakin' Espresso, positive reviews of the refresher have flooded social media. 'DUNKIN THIS IS THE BEST THING YOU EVER RELEASED IM SO HAPPY,' an X user wrote after purchasing the drink. 'Sabrina carpenter's new refresher at dunkin' is an absolute 10/10!!! absolutely delicious,' a fan insisted. 'I went to Dunkin this morning to get Sabrina's new Strawberry Refresher and when I walked in, I heard an employee shout, "SOMEONE ORDERED SABRINA'S NEW DRINK I CALL DIBS TO MAKE IT,"' another person claimed . Customers looking to try the medium-sized refresher for themselves can purchase it for $3 if they are rewards members. Carpenter's fruity drink is one of many items off Dunkin's summer menu to arrive in stores today. While beverages and sweet treats are leading the way in Dunkin's latest summer offers, the chain also dropped a Chipotle Hash Brown Wake-Up Wrap. The wrap is inspired by customer requests and made up of hash browns, eggs, cheese, and a new chipotle aioli with a choice of bacon or sausage. Besides its menu additions, Dunkin' revealed the dates of its upcoming rewards deals for the month of July. Some of these deals available only on select dates include a $3 Ham & Swiss Croissant Stuffer, with beverage purchase, extra points on donuts and munchkins buckets, and $2 Iced Strawberry Lemon Loaf, with beverage purchase Dunkin' is one of many chains that launched summer season deals early. Starbucks' Summer-Berry Starbucks Refreshers made their triumphant return to menus last month . Sonic Drive-In also began offering up half-price milkshakes every day after 5pm at participating milkshakes. The summer season specials only kept going from there, and chains have started rolling out deal after deal this month. Jimmy John's dropped four new sandwiches on Monday just weeks after the debut of its Lemon Sunshine Cookies.
Daily Mail
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Dunkin' rejoins forces with Sabrina Carpenter for an all-new beverage fans are calling the 'best drink in years'
Dunkin' and Sabrina Carpenter have teamed up for the second time in six months to offer fans an all new refresher. The new beverage, Sabrina's Strawberry Daydream Refresher, is made with strawberry flavoring and oatmilk topped with cold foam, giving fans 'the nostalgic taste of strawberries and cream in a sip.' The 'Espresso' singer also enjoyed a sip of it while portraying a matchmaker from the 'Dunkin' Daydream Hotline' in a new ad. Like the limited-time Sabrina's Brown Sugar Shakin' Espresso, positive reviews of the refresher have flooded social media. 'DUNKIN THIS IS THE BEST THING YOU EVER RELEASED IM SO HAPPY,' an X user wrote after purchasing the drink. 'Sabrina carpenter's new refresher at dunkin' is an absolute 10/10!!! absolutely delicious,' a fan insisted. 'i went to Dunkin this morning to get Sabrina's new Strawberry Refresher and when I walked in, I heard an employee shout, "SOMEONE ORDERED SABRINA'S NEW DRINK I CALL DIBS TO MAKE IT,"' another person claimed. Customers looking to try the medium-sized refresher for themselves can purchase it for $3 if they are rewards members. Carpenter's fruity drink is one of many items off Dunkin's summer menu to arrive in stores today. Dunkin' launched a few frozen coffees inspired by ice cream flavors, including its most-request fan favorite cookie dough. The other ice cream-inspired coffee flavors are mint chocolate chip and butter pecan. Customers interested in eating rather than drinking can try one of the chain's braided apple pies or star spangled donuts. While beverages and sweet treats are leading the way in Dunkin's latest summer offers, the chain also dropped a Chipotle Hash Brown Wake-Up Wrap. The wrap is inspired by customer requests and made up of hash browns, eggs, cheese, and a new chipotle aioli with a choice of bacon or sausage. Besides its menu additions, Dunkin' revealed the dates of its upcoming rewards deals for the month of July. Some of these deals available only on select dates include a $3 Ham & Swiss Croissant Stuffer, with beverage purchase, extra points on donuts and munchkins buckets, and $2 Iced Strawberry Lemon Loaf, with beverage purchase i'm about to get the new sabrina dunkin drink — raina ౨ৎ (@taysadie13) June 25, 2025 Social media users are enjoying the beverage and have praised Carpenter for her work in Dunkin's latest ad Dunkin' is one of many chains that launched summer season deals early. Starbucks' Summer-Berry Starbucks Refreshers made their triumphant return to menus last month. Sonic Drive-In also began offering up half-price milkshakes every day after 5pm at participating milkshakes. The summer season specials only kept going from there, and chains have started rolling out deal after deal this month. Jimmy John's dropped four new sandwiches on Monday just weeks after the debut of its Lemon Sunshine Cookies. Other limited-time items launched to celebrate summer include Bojangles's Breakfast Bo-Ritos and .
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dunkin' Just Launched a New Perfect-for-Summer Item—But There's One Catch
America can now run on Dunkin'...at the beach. After already launching a summer menu that includes Melted Ice Cream Frozen Coffees, and new lip tints that you can shop at Ulta, the coffee chain has released yet another warm-weather item. If you're a fan of their famous munchkins, then this one's for you. The internet has sleuthed out the new summer 50-count munchkin buckets, which are available beginning on June, 25, 2025 according to Reader's Digest. However, per this Instagram post, the bucket has already been spotted in White Plains, New York and Southington, Connecticut. The toy is the perfect sandcastle (or foodie) companion, as it offers a shovel and sprinkle-inspired donut top decorated with Dunkin's seems that prices are varied depending on the location, ranging from $3 to $5 for an empty bucket. If you do decide to fill it with a 50-count of some tasty munchkins, the cost will range from $10 to $16. We recommend asking your local store first to see how much the pail costs in your area and if they're in stock. If they're available, you can just walk into your local brick-and-mortar and snag one for yourself. Related: Customers are convinced the buckets are going to sell out quickly, with several commenters writing that they're "way cuter than the Easter buckets." Others described the offering as "cute," with others even joking that they'll fill it with the "cinnamon pretzel bites at Auntie Annie's" or an iced coffee. Plus, when you press the bottom of the bucket into the sand, it creates the outline of a donut. Dunkin' Donuts released Spring buckets earlier this year, and are set to launch spooky Halloween buckets in the Fall. You can fill them with the chain's more classic flavors (glazed, chocolate glazed, jelly, or powdered sugar), or opt for their more seasonal options (butternut is currently available). No matter which you stock it with, you're in for a Just Launched a New Perfect-for-Summer Item—But There's One Catch first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 24, 2025
