Yes, jasmine tea does contain caffeine, though typically less than black tea or coffee.
Here are some key points about the caffeine content in jasmine tea:
- Jasmine tea is made from green tea leaves that are scented with jasmine flowers during processing.
- Since it’s made from green tea leaves, it contains the same caffeine as plain green tea, which comes from the plant Camellia sinensis.
- On average, an 8 oz cup of jasmine green tea contains around 25-35 mg of caffeine.
- This is less than the caffeine in the same serving of black tea (47-90 mg) but more than most herbal teas which are caffeine-free.
- The caffeine level can vary based on factors like the green tea variety used, brewing time, and amount of tea leaves.
- Loose leaf, higher quality jasmine teas typically contain slightly more caffeine than lower quality bagged versions.
- Decaffeinated jasmine green tea is also available for those looking to avoid caffeine entirely.
So in summary, while not as high in caffeine as coffee or black tea, jasmine tea still provides a modest caffeine boost due to its green tea base. It can be a nice middle ground for those looking for less caffeine than coffee but more than herbal teas.
