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How much caffeine is in Huel Black Edition?

Details the caffeine content in different Huel Black Edition flavours, comparing levels to standard coffee and explaining which ingredients contribute caffeine.

Written by Jamie Forbes

Most Huel Black Edition flavours contain little to no caffeine. However, some flavours naturally include small amounts of caffeine from added ingredients such as cocoa, green tea extract, or coffee powder. Here's the caffeine content for each flavour.


Caffeine content per Huel Black Edition serving (90g / 400 kcal)

Flavour

Caffeine Content

Cinnamon Roll

< 3 mg

Vanilla

< 3 mg

Banana

< 3 mg

Strawberries & Cream

< 3 mg

Unflavoured & Unsweetened

< 3 mg

Salted Caramel

~ 3 mg

Chocolate

~ 6 mg

Cookies & Cream

~ 12.5 mg

Coffee Caramel

~ 66 mg


How does Huel Black Edition caffeine compare to coffee?

For context, a typical cup of coffee contains 80–100 mg of caffeine. Huel Black Edition flavours are all significantly lower:

  • Most flavours (Vanilla, Banana, Cinnamon Roll, etc.) — Less than 3 mg per serving, essentially caffeine-free

  • Chocolate flavour — Only 6 mg per serving, negligible caffeine

  • Cookies & Cream flavour — Around 12.5 mg per serving, still much less than coffee

  • Coffee Caramel flavour — Around 66 mg per serving, comparable to a weak cup of coffee


Why some Huel Black Edition flavours contain caffeine

Caffeine appears naturally in Huel Black Edition from:

  • Cocoa — Used in chocolate-flavoured varieties

  • Green tea extract — Added for flavour and antioxidants

  • Coffee powder — Used in coffee-flavoured varieties

These ingredients are included for flavour and nutritional benefits, not as a primary source of caffeine.


Choosing Huel Black Edition based on caffeine preference

  • Want caffeine-free? — Choose Vanilla, Banana, Cinnamon Roll, Strawberries & Cream, or Unflavoured & Unsweetened (all < 3 mg)

  • Want minimal caffeine? — Choose Chocolate (6 mg) or Salted Caramel (3 mg)

  • Want a caffeine boost? — Choose Coffee Caramel (66 mg) for a subtle energy lift without the jitters of full coffee


Unsure which Huel Black Edition flavour is right for you? Say "talk to a human" and our team will help you choose based on your caffeine preference and taste goals.

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