Caffeine in drinks
Does Ginger ale have caffeine?
Sources checked claim by claim by an AI review. Approved for publishing by Oleksii Y. on 2026-10-09.
Usually not. Center for Science in the Public Interest lists Ginger ale at 0 mg of caffeine per 12 fl oz can, most brands, but not every brand is caffeine-free (see “Good to know” below).
Good to know
CSPI says most brands are caffeine-free and names Canada Dry, Seagram's and Schweppes among them.
Ginger ale vs other root beer and ginger ale drinks
- Root beer: Ginger ale has about the same amount of caffeine as root beer per 100 ml (0 vs 0 mg). Ginger ale: 0 mg per 12 fl oz can, most brands; Root beer: 0 mg per 8 fl oz (237 ml), most brands.
- A&W Root Beer: Ginger ale has the same amount of caffeine as A&W Root Beer per 12 fl oz can, most brands: 0 mg vs 0 mg.
- Canada Dry Ginger Ale: Ginger ale has the same amount of caffeine as Canada Dry Ginger Ale per 12 fl oz can, most brands: 0 mg vs 0 mg.
- Barq's Root Beer: Ginger ale has less caffeine than Barq's Root Beer per 12 fl oz can, most brands: 0 mg vs 22 mg.
Common questions
Does Ginger ale have caffeine?
Center for Science in the Public Interest lists Ginger ale at 0 mg of caffeine per 12 fl oz can, most brands. That does not cover every brand: CSPI says most brands are caffeine-free and names Canada Dry, Seagram's and Schweppes among them.
Does Ginger ale have more caffeine than Root beer?
Ginger ale has about the same amount of caffeine as root beer per 100 ml (0 vs 0 mg). Ginger ale: 0 mg per 12 fl oz can, most brands; Root beer: 0 mg per 8 fl oz (237 ml), most brands.
Where the number comes from
- Caffeine chart. Center for Science in the Public Interest. table "Soft drinks", row "Ginger ale, most brands | 12 oz. | 0" Accessed 2026-10-09. Source ↗
- Soft drink, ginger ale. USDA Agricultural Research Service, FoodData Central (FNDDS). FDC ID 2710555, nutrient "Caffeine" (262): 0 mg per 100 g; portion "1 can (12 fl oz)" = 372 g. Accessed 2026-10-09. Source ↗
- Ingredients FAQ. The Coca-Cola Company. Caffeine-free list: "Seagram's Ginger Ale, Diet Ginger Ale, Tonic and Seltzer" Accessed 2026-10-09. Source ↗
- How much caffeine is in coffee, tea, soda, and other foods? Center for Science in the Public Interest. Section "How much caffeine is in soda?": "Ginger ale: Most brands (like Canada Dry, Seagram's, and Schweppes) are caffeine-free" Accessed 2026-10-09. Source ↗
Recipes and labels change. If a number here no longer matches the label, the label wins.
General information, not medical advice
If you feel unwell after caffeine — for example chest pain, a fast or irregular heartbeat that does not settle, fainting, confusion or trouble breathing — get urgent medical help. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, under 18, take medication, or have a heart, liver or anxiety condition, high blood pressure or a sleep disorder, ask a doctor or pharmacist what amount is right for you.
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