Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew contains 215 mg of caffeine per Tall 12 oz (355 ml / 12 oz). That is about 2.3 times the caffeine of a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). Concentration: 59.2 mg per 100 ml.
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Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew Caffeine Content by Serving
Figures are for Nitro Cold Brew (Starbucks).
| Serving | Volume | Caffeine | Per 100 ml | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tall 12 oz | 355 ml / 12 oz | 215 mg | 60.6 mg | High |
| Grande 16 oz | 473 ml / 16 oz | 280 mg | 59.2 mg | High |
Source: caffeine figures from Caffeine Informer (values sourced from starbucks.com), accessed 2026-06-11. Values can vary by batch, location, and preparation; check the label or the source for the latest figures.
How Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew Compares to Coffee
At 215 mg per Tall 12 oz, Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew delivers about 2.3 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 Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew Before Bed
With caffeine's median 5-hour half-life, a Tall 12 oz of Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew (215 mg) needs about 10 h 32 min to fall under 50 mg, the level where most people can fall asleep normally. That puts the last call at 11:15 AM (11:15) for a 10 PM bedtime and 12:15 PM (12:15) for an 11 PM bedtime. Individual half-lives range from roughly 2 to 12 hours, so treat these as a starting point.
The Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew sleep cutoff page has last-call times for four bedtimes, and the caffeine half-life calculator personalizes the curve to your metabolism.
