Coffee Myth #2

Myth - Dark roasted coffee has more caffeine than light roasted coffee.

Light Roast Has MORE Caffeine?! ☕

Let’s clear up the biggest coffee myth 👇

Most people think dark roast = stronger = more caffeine.

Not exactly.

“Strong” flavor doesn’t mean more caffeine.

🔥 What Happens During Roasting?

As coffee beans roast:

• They lose moisture

• They expand

• They become less dense

• Longer heat exposure slightly reduces caffeine

Light roast = less time in heat

Dark roast = more time in heat

⚖️ Here’s the Key:

It depends on how you measure it 👇

Measured by weight (grams)?

👉 Almost the same caffeine.

Measured by volume (scoops)?

👉 Light roast has slightly MORE caffeine.

Why?

Light roast beans are denser — so a scoop contains more coffee.

💡 Why Dark Roast Tastes Stronger

Dark roast:

• Bolder flavor

• Smokier taste

• Lower acidity

But bold flavor ≠ more caffeine.

☕ The Bottom Line:

If you want the most caffeine per scoop →

👉 Choose light roast

If you measure by weight →

👉 The difference is minimal

Save this for your next coffee debate 👀🔥