TL;DR

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.

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Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) Caffeine Content by Serving

Figures are for Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) (PepsiCo).

ServingVolumeCaffeinePer 100 mlLevel
16 oz can473 ml / 16 oz92 mg19.5 mgModerate
8 oz (1 of 2 label servings)240 ml / 8.1 oz46 mg19.2 mgLow

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A 16 oz can of Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) contains 92 mg of caffeine, per PepsiCo Product Facts (official) (accessed 2026-06-11). That is about the same caffeine as a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg).
It is a moderate dose. The FDA's guideline for healthy adults is 400 mg per day, so it would take about 4 servings of Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) to reach the limit. Timing matters more than the single dose: 92 mg in the evening can still disturb sleep.
Caffeine's median half-life is about 5 hours, so the 92 mg in a 16 oz can drops to roughly 46 mg after 5 hours and 23 mg after 10 hours. Individual half-lives range from about 2 to 12 hours depending on CYP1A2 genetics, medications, smoking, and pregnancy. Model your own curve with the caffeine half-life calculator.
For an 11 PM bedtime, have your last 16 oz can of Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) by 6:30 PM (18:30) to be under 50 mg of residual caffeine at lights out, assuming the median 5-hour half-life. See the full bedtime table on the Mtn Dew Kickstart (Orange Citrus) sleep cutoff page.

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Medical Disclaimer: Caffeine values are approximate figures from the cited public sources. Actual content may vary by batch, location, and preparation, and caffeine metabolism varies widely between individuals. This page is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. The FDA guideline for healthy adults is up to 400 mg of caffeine per day; the recommended limit during pregnancy is 200 mg per day. Consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance.