How Much Caffeine in Matcha vs Coffee: The Truth About What Actually Gives You Better Energy

Your afternoon coffee crash isn't a coincidence. It's a biological inevitability that's been keeping you trapped in a cycle of spike-and-crash energy that's slowly destroying your stress levels and gut health.

I've spent years watching people chase the wrong kind of energy. They pound espressos, pop energy drinks, and wonder why they feel more anxious and bloated than ever. The problem isn't that you need more caffeine—it's that you're getting the wrong kind of caffeine stimulation.

By the end of this, you'll understand exactly how much caffeine is in matcha versus coffee, why the numbers don't tell the full story, and how to finally break free from energy drinks that make you feel worse.

Does Matcha Tea Have Caffeine?

Yes. Matcha contains caffeine because it uses the entire tea leaf, ground into powder. You're consuming the whole leaf, not just steeping it like regular green tea.

One teaspoon of ceremonial-grade matcha (about 2 grams) contains approximately 60-70 mg of caffeine. But here's where SUPERBA MATCHA is different—at 40-45 mg per serving, it delivers the perfect amount for calm focus without overstimulation.

How Much Caffeine is in a Tsp of Matcha?

• 1 tsp (2g) ceremonial matcha = 60-70 mg caffeine
• 1 serving of SUPERBA MATCHA = 40-45 mg caffeine PLUS 20 billion probiotics, adaptogenic mushrooms, and supergreens

The lower caffeine content isn't a weakness—it's strategic. You get sustained energy without the jitters that leave you reaching for another cup by 3 PM.

Coffee Caffeine: The Numbers Game

Here's what you're actually drinking:

• 8oz brewed coffee: 95 mg caffeine (range 70-120 mg)
• Espresso shot: 63 mg caffeine
• Instant coffee: 60-80 mg caffeine
• SUPERBA COFFEE: 75 mg caffeine per serving

Coffee's caffeine content varies wildly depending on bean type (Robusta has more caffeine than Arabica), roast level, and brewing method. Most people have no idea what they're actually consuming each morning.

Matcha Tea Caffeine vs Coffee: Why the Numbers Don't Matter

This is where most articles get it wrong. They focus on milligrams instead of how your body actually processes different types of caffeine.

The Biological Reality

Coffee: Caffeine hits your bloodstream fast. Your cortisol (stress hormone) spikes. You feel alert for 2-3 hours, then crash as adenosine (the tiredness chemical) floods back in.

Matcha: Caffeine is bound with L-theanine, an amino acid that creates calm focus. The energy release is slower, steadier, and doesn't trigger the same stress response.

The Gut Connection Most People Ignore

Coffee is acidic and can irritate your stomach lining, especially on an empty stomach. This triggers inflammation that affects your mood and energy levels hours later.

Matcha, particularly when combined with probiotics like in SUPERBA MATCHA, actually supports gut health. Since 90% of your serotonin (the "feel good" neurotransmitter) is produced in your gut, this isn't just about energy—it's about mood stability.

Beyond Caffeine: How Your Body Actually Feels

The Stress Response

Coffee increases cortisol production. Elevated cortisol leads to:

• Belly fat storage
• Sleep disruption
• Increased anxiety
• Digestive issues

SUPERBA MATCHA contains specific probiotic strains that help regulate cortisol levels. Bifidobacterium lactis, one of our five strains, has been clinically shown to reduce cortisol in human trials.

The Energy Curve

Coffee gives you a rollercoaster: rapid spike, inevitable crash, need for more caffeine.

Matcha provides what I call "grounded energy"—alert but calm, focused but not jittery. The L-theanine creates alpha brain waves associated with relaxed concentration.

Daily Ritual Impact

Coffee becomes a dependency. You need it to function, and without it, you get headaches and mood swings.

Matcha becomes a reset button. Each cup with probiotics and adaptogens actually improves your baseline energy and mood over time.

Quick Comparison Chart

Which One Should You Choose?

Choose regular coffee if: You want maximum stimulation for short-term performance and don't mind the crash, anxiety, and digestive issues.

Choose SUPERBA MATCHA if: You're tired of energy drinks that make you anxious, bloated, or unable to sleep. You want energy that actually improves your mood and gut health instead of slowly destroying it.

Choose SUPERBA COFFEE if: You love coffee's bold taste but want cleaner energy without the jitters. You need more caffeine than matcha provides but don't want the typical coffee crash.

The truth is, SUPERBA MATCHA isn't about getting less energy—it's about getting better energy that doesn't come with a biological debt you have to pay later.

How to Use Matcha in Your Daily Routine

One serving of SUPERBA MATCHA replaces:

• Your morning coffee (40-45 mg gentle caffeine)
• Your probiotic supplement (20 billion CFU, 5 strains)
• Your supergreens powder (kale, barley grass, psyllium)
• Your adaptogenic mushroom blend (Lion's Mane, Poria, Maitake)

It's a 30-second ritual with our Wellness Cup and frother. Add warm water, whisk, and you have everything your body needs for sustained energy and mood balance. The cost is less than your daily Starbucks habit, and it actually improves your health instead of slowly degrading it.

For gift-giving, the SUPERBA MATCHA Set makes a thoughtful matcha gift set for anyone seeking better energy without the coffee anxiety.

The Bottom Line

Both drinks contain caffeine, but they affect your body in completely different ways. Coffee borrows energy from your future self—you pay for the spike with inflammation, stress, and crashes.

SUPERBA MATCHA, with its strategic 40-45 mg caffeine dose combined with probiotics and adaptogens, actually invests in your long-term energy and mood stability. You're not just getting a drink—you're getting a daily reset ritual that makes you feel better over time.