Lotus Plant Energy contains 160 mg of caffeine per 12 oz can (355 ml / 12 oz). That is about 1.7 times the caffeine of a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). Concentration: 45.1 mg per 100 ml.
Lotus Plant Energy Caffeine Content by Serving
Figures are for Lotus Plant Energy (Lotus Plant Power).
| Serving | Volume | Caffeine | Per 100 ml | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 oz can | 355 ml / 12 oz | 160 mg | 45.1 mg | High |
| 1 oz concentrate (makes 6 oz drink) | 30 ml / 1 oz | 80 mg | 266.7 mg | Moderate |
Source: caffeine figures from Lotus Plant Power (official Amazon listing), accessed 2026-06-24. Values can vary by batch, location, and preparation; check the label or the source for the latest figures.
How Lotus Plant Energy Compares to Coffee
At 160 mg per 12 oz can, Lotus Plant Energy delivers about 1.7 times the caffeine of a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). For a wider comparison across drinks, try the caffeine comparison tool or browse the full caffeine database.
When to Stop Drinking Lotus Plant Energy Before Bed
With caffeine's median 5-hour half-life, a 12 oz can of Lotus Plant Energy (160 mg) needs about 8 h 24 min to fall under 50 mg, the level where most people can fall asleep normally. That puts the last call at 1:30 PM (13:30) for a 10 PM bedtime and 2:30 PM (14:30) for an 11 PM bedtime. Individual half-lives range from roughly 2 to 12 hours, so treat these as a starting point.
The Lotus Plant Energy sleep cutoff page has last-call times for four bedtimes, and the caffeine half-life calculator personalizes the curve to your metabolism.