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Dark roast coffee has more caffeine than light roast.

Why it is true

Light roast coffee beans generally have more caffeine than dark roast, because longer roasting destroys part of the caffeine. However, since more dark beans are used for the same volume, the difference in the final drink is small.

Source: Harvard University

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