How much caffeine is in Dongpeng Special (Bottle)?
中文：东鹏特饮（瓶装）
Caffeine content
50 mg
per 8.4 fl oz (250 ml)
About this drink
Dongpeng is one of China's largest functional drink brands — similar formulation to Red Bull China at 50 mg caffeine. Marketed as a working-person's energy drink, sold in convenience stores everywhere in China.
Ingredients: Caffeine, taurine, niacin, inositol, sucrose
When will it clear your system?
50 mg is mild. Comparable to half a cup of coffee. Safer for afternoon use than Western energy drinks.
Based on caffeine's 5-hour half-life, a Dongpeng Special (Bottle) consumed at 2:00 PM drops below the sleep-safe threshold (~20 mg) by approximately 20:37 the same evening.
Where this fits in a daily limit
That's about 25% of the 200 mg pregnancy guideline and 13% 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 |
|---|---|
Dongpeng Special (Bottle) Dongpeng | 50 mg |
| Red Bull China (Gold Can) Red Bull | 50 mg |
| Warhorse Energy Drink Warhorse | 50 mg |
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How much caffeine is in a Dongpeng Special (Bottle)?
A 8.4 fl oz (250 ml) Dongpeng Special (Bottle) contains approximately 50 mg of caffeine. Actual values may range from 50 to 50 mg depending on preparation and source variation.
Is Dongpeng Special (Bottle) safe during pregnancy?
The current ACOG and NHS guideline is under 200 mg of caffeine per day during pregnancy. A Dongpeng Special (Bottle) fits comfortably within that limit. Always consult your obstetrician for personalized advice.
When should I stop drinking Dongpeng Special (Bottle) for sleep?
Caffeine has a 5-hour half-life. To have under 20 mg circulating at bedtime (the typical sleep-safe threshold), stop drinking Dongpeng Special (Bottle) about 7 hours before sleep. 50 mg is mild. Comparable to half a cup of coffee. Safer for afternoon use than Western energy drinks.
Dongpeng Special (Bottle) vs Red Bull China (Gold Can) — which has more caffeine?
Dongpeng Special (Bottle) contains 50 mg per serving; Red Bull China (Gold Can) contains 50 mg per 8.4 fl oz (250 ml). Red Bull China (Gold Can) is the stronger of the two.
Does Dongpeng Special (Bottle) keep you awake?
50 mg is mild caffeine. Most people can drink Dongpeng Special (Bottle) 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.