How much caffeine is in Chatime Pearl Milk Tea?
中文：日出茶太珍珠奶茶
Caffeine content
75 mg
Typical range: 50–100 mg
per 16 fl oz (473 ml)
About this drink
Classic Taiwanese-style pearl milk tea uses black tea — moderate caffeine. The tapioca pearls themselves contain no caffeine but add ~150 calories per serving.
Ingredients: Black tea base, milk, tapioca pearls
When will it clear your system?
75 mg metabolizes well within standard half-life timing. The sugar content (often 30g+) may affect sleep more than the caffeine for some people.
Based on caffeine's 5-hour half-life, a Chatime Pearl Milk Tea consumed at 2:00 PM drops below the sleep-safe threshold (~20 mg) by approximately 23:32 the same evening.
Where this fits in a daily limit
That's about 38% of the 200 mg pregnancy guideline and 19% of the 400 mg general adult daily limit — comfortably moderate.
See our pregnancy caffeine guide or half-life sleep math for the deep dive.
How it compares
| Drink | Caffeine |
|---|---|
Chatime Pearl Milk Tea Chatime | 75 mg |
| Yidiandian Jasmine Milk Tea Yidiandian | 65 mg |
| CoCo Red Tea Macchiato CoCo | 80 mg |
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How much caffeine is in a Chatime Pearl Milk Tea?
A 16 fl oz (473 ml) Chatime Pearl Milk Tea contains approximately 75 mg of caffeine. Actual values may range from 50 to 100 mg depending on preparation and source variation.
Is Chatime Pearl Milk Tea safe during pregnancy?
The current ACOG and NHS guideline is under 200 mg of caffeine per day during pregnancy. A Chatime Pearl Milk Tea fits comfortably within that limit. Always consult your obstetrician for personalized advice.
When should I stop drinking Chatime Pearl Milk Tea for sleep?
Caffeine has a 5-hour half-life. To have under 20 mg circulating at bedtime (the typical sleep-safe threshold), stop drinking Chatime Pearl Milk Tea about 10 hours before sleep. 75 mg metabolizes well within standard half-life timing. The sugar content (often 30g+) may affect sleep more than the caffeine for some people.
Chatime Pearl Milk Tea vs Yidiandian Jasmine Milk Tea — which has more caffeine?
Chatime Pearl Milk Tea contains 75 mg per serving; Yidiandian Jasmine Milk Tea contains 65 mg per 16 fl oz (473 ml). Chatime Pearl Milk Tea is the stronger of the two.
Does Chatime Pearl Milk Tea keep you awake?
75 mg is moderate caffeine. Most people can drink Chatime Pearl Milk Tea in the afternoon without notable sleep impact.
Caffeine values shown are typical for the listed serving size. Actual content varies by preparation, brewing method, batch, and brand reformulation. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance.