Does green tea have the same amount of caffeine as black tea?

Green and black teas are both made from the Camellia sinensis plant. The difference in color and taste comes from the way the leaves are processed. Black tea leaves are oxidized, while green tea leaves are not.

Both green and black tea contain caffeine, but green tea has slightly less than black tea. On average, green tea contains about 25-35 milligrams of caffeine per cup, while black tea contains about 40-60 milligrams per cup.

The caffeine content of tea can also vary depending on the type of tea, the brewing time, and the amount of tea leaves used. For example, matcha green tea, which is made from finely ground tea leaves, has a higher caffeine content than loose leaf green tea.

If you are sensitive to caffeine, you may want to opt for green tea over black tea. You can also reduce the caffeine content of your tea by steeping it for a shorter period of time.