Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) contains 92 mg of caffeine per 16 oz can (473 ml / 16 oz). That is about the same caffeine as a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). Concentration: 19.5 mg per 100 ml.
Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) Caffeine Content by Serving
Figures are for Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) (PepsiCo).
| Serving | Volume | Caffeine | Per 100 ml | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 oz can | 473 ml / 16 oz | 92 mg | 19.5 mg | Moderate |
| 8 oz (1 of 2 label servings) | 240 ml / 8.1 oz | 46 mg | 19.2 mg | Low |
Source: caffeine figures from PepsiCo Product Facts (official), accessed 2026-06-11. Values can vary by batch, location, and preparation; check the label or the source for the latest figures.
How Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) Compares to Coffee
At 92 mg per 16 oz can, Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) delivers about the same caffeine as 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 Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) Before Bed
With caffeine's median 5-hour half-life, a 16 oz can of Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) (92 mg) needs about 4 h 24 min to fall under 50 mg, the level where most people can fall asleep normally. That puts the last call at 5:30 PM (17:30) for a 10 PM bedtime and 6:30 PM (18:30) for an 11 PM bedtime. Individual half-lives range from roughly 2 to 12 hours, so treat these as a starting point.
The Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) sleep cutoff page has last-call times for four bedtimes, and the caffeine half-life calculator personalizes the curve to your metabolism.