Caffeine Content of Jolt Energy
A 23.5 ounce can of Jolt Energy contains 280 milligrams of caffeine.
Jolt made its debut in 1985 claiming it had "twice the caffeine of a regular cola". Jolt Cola does indeed have exactly twice the caffeine of Coca-cola classic (on a per ounce basis). However Jolt have now increased their can sizes up to 23.5oz
UPDATE Jun 2007: Jolt have increased caffeine levels: now to 79mg per 8oz -- and 220mg in the 23.5 oz can.
UPDATE November 2008. Jolt has increased caffeine levels to 280mg for 23.5oz and 190mg for a 16oz can
As well as the regular cola flavor, Jolt have experimented with other flavors such as Cherry Bomb, Jolt Ultra (diet version), Jolt Blue (Raspberry), and Jolt Silver.
Jolt Cola is available in distinct cans that resemble batteries. The cans have resealable caps.
Jolt also make Jolt Gum - a caffeinated chewing gum.
Where To Buy Jolt Energy
Ingredients in Jolt Energy
(Jolt Cola) Carbonated water, sugar and/or high fructose corn syrup, caramel color, phosphoric acid, caffeine, citric acid and natural flavors.
(New Formula) Carbonated water, sugar and/or high fructose corn syrup, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Citrate, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Caffeine, Glycerol, Ester of Wood Rosin, Blue 1, Taurine, Guarana, Ginseng, and Vitamin B Complex.
Sugar content of Jolt Energy: 94 grams (per 23.5 ounces).
How Does It Compare With Other Drinks?
Jolt Energy contains 11.91 mgs of caffeine per fluid ounce (40.29mg/100mls).
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Sources
From the website nutrition information at Wet Planet Beverages - http://www.wetplanet.com/ - also from nutritional label on can and FAQ: http://www.joltenergy.com/ABOUTJOLT/FAQs/tabid/93/Default.aspx
