How much caffeine does tea contain?
The amount of caffeine in tea can vary significantly. For example, research into the caffeine contents of various teas now indicates that some Green and White tea MAY contain more caffeine than black tea. To date, the most scientifically reliable statements are: • Tea contains less caffeine than coffee. • All tea contains caffeine. Decaffeinated teas can contain up to 4 milligrams (mg) of caffeine per 8 oz. of water. We realize that some of our customers have concerns about caffeine. If you know that you are sensitive to caffeine, we suggest that you contact your health care provider for advice. BACK TO TOP What decaffeination method does Stash Tea use? We use the carbon dioxide (CO2) method of decaffeination. The method is also known as “effervescent decaffeination.” In this method, the tea is flash brewed with carbon dioxide under high pressure and then dried. This decaffeination process does not affect the desirable natural components of tea such as tannins and polyphenols. BACK TO
