How much caffeine is in 5-Hour Energy?
A 5-Hour Energy shot has about 200 mg of caffeine in a tiny 1.93 oz bottle. See Regular vs Extra Strength and how it compares.
A regular 5-Hour Energy shot (1.93 oz) has about 200 mg of caffeine, and Extra Strength has about 230 mg, packed into a tiny bottle.
| 5-Hour Energy | Size | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | 1.93 oz | 200 mg |
| Extra Strength | 1.93 oz | 230 mg |
| Decaf | 1.93 oz | ~6 mg |
Because it's so small, people often forget it's a 200 mg dose, the same as two coffees or a large energy drink. Add it to your daily total in the Caffeine Calculator.
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Written by Mike Zagare · Published
Mike Zagare is the founder of Knuckle. He tapered off a 500 to 600mg-a-day habit and built Knuckle from that protocol.
Common questions
Is 5-Hour Energy a lot of caffeine?
Yes, about 200 mg (Regular) in a 1.93 oz shot, the same as two cups of coffee.
How much caffeine is in Extra Strength 5-Hour Energy?
About 230 mg.
Does 5-Hour Energy have more caffeine than coffee?
A shot has roughly twice an 8 oz coffee, in a fraction of the volume.
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