Even though you’ve progressively moved to a full-time plain espresso user, you can’t say no to several of Starbucks’ sweet beverages. Don’t worry, because this is normal for all of us! Yet, which ones are the sweetest Starbucks drinks?
Luckily, you’ve discovered this article! So, rather than destroying your teeth and trying each one, you can now obtain the information for different drinks and rate them all according to their sugar level.
Top 15 Sweetest Starbucks Drinks Ranked by Sugar Content
Here is my list of 15 drinks that have the highest sugar content from Starbucks, together with their ingredients, nutritional information, and detailed description:
1. Java Chip Frappuccino Blended Beverage (80 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Milk
- Coffee Frappuccino Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Vanilla Syrup
- Coffee
- Mocha Sauce
- Frappuccino Chips
- Cocoa
- Cookie Crumbs
- Chocolate Mass
- (Salt)
Nutritional Information:
- 440 calories
- 160 calories from fat
- 18 grams of total fat
- 12 grams of saturated fat
- 0 grams trans fat
- 65 milligrams cholesterol
- 65g of total carbohydrates
- 2g dietary fiber
- 80g of sugar
- 260 milligrams sodium
- 6g protein
- 105g caffeine
Full Description
This Frappuccino is as chocolatey and delicious as you could hope for. The mocha syrup and chocolate chips give it some extra spontaneity, while the topping of the mocha sprinkle makes up most of its flavor profile!
However, don’t mistake that its taste is exactly the same as a chocolate bar, which can blow your socks off!
The drink also contains equal amounts of caffeine to espresso’s, giving you the extra boost you need to wake up and get started.
2. White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino Blended Beverage (61 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Milk
- Coffee Frappuccino Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Vanilla Syrup
- Coffee
- White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
Nutritional Information:
- 420 calories
- 150 calories from fat
- 17g total fat
- 11g saturated fat
- 0g trans fat
- 45 milligrams cholesterol
- 260 milligrams sodium
- 61g of total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 61g of sugar
- 260 milligrams sodium
- 5g protein
- 95 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
Starbucks sells the White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino under “White Chocolate Frappuccino®.” Milk, ice milk, and roast coffee come together for what could be the finest thing you’ve had the whole day. There’s also whipping cream on top.
I can’t think of a better way to explain it. For white chocolate lovers, this sounds enormous, not just delicious!
This one has only four pumps of syrup, and it’s almost as sugary as my top pick, which has six pumps of caramel nectar.
This isn’t surprising given how stronger white chocolate is than milk. Yet, it is bizarre if you ponder about that for excessively long, which I don’t advocate if you’re ready to sip one of these finally.
3. Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino Blended Beverage (60 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Milk
- Coffee Frappuccino Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Coffee
- Dark Caramel Sauce
- Caramel Sauce
- Caramel Sugar Topping
Nutritional Information:
- 470 calories
- 190 calories from fat
- 22g total fat
- 14g saturated fat
- 0.5g trans fat
- 65 milligrams cholesterol
- 280 milligrams sodium
- 65g of total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 60g of sugar
- 260 milligrams sodium
- 5g protein
- 85 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
If you’re looking for a sugary drink with the perfect amount of sweetness, this is your lucky day. Yet, I’m not sure anyone can finish drinking one whole cup and actually enjoy it – but if that’s what gets you through those tough moments in life, then go ahead!
The drink is made with a foundation of 6 units of caramel sauce, four pumps of caffeinated espresso syrup, milk, and ice. Then, a coating of caramelized sugar and whipped cream is added to the top. There’s also a crispy caramel sugar sprinkling on top for good measure.
People, it’s dental rot!
The sugar on top propels this to lead the sugar content list, but I enjoy the crisp, so I’m not complaining.
4. Smoked Butterscotch Crème (43 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Milk
- Smoked Butterscotch Sauce
- Smoked Butterscotch Sugar Topping
Nutritional Information:
- 360 calories
- 130 calories from fat
- 15g total fat
- 9g saturated fat
- 0g trans fat
- 50 milligrams cholesterol
- 46g of total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 43g of sugar
- 370 milligrams sodium
- 12g protein
- 0 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
This is on the Starbucks’ Autumn-Winter menu, which sounds plausible since smoked butterscotch screams fall, but the Pistachio Creme Frappuccino is the corresponding Spring-Summer beverage.
The smoky butterscotch crème, on the other hand, is well worth waiting, with a creamy richness that isn’t as overpowering as caramel. Although it’s not like a smoky whiskey, there is enough smoke to conjure up images of open flames and maintain your hands warm.
As I previously stated, you’ll have to “stand in line” for this to return, but it’s very yummy, so I suggest grabbing one when it returns.
5. Apple Caramel Spice (70 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Apple Juice
- Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Caramel Sauce
Nutritional Information:
- 380 calories
- 80 calories from fat
- 8g total fat
- 5g saturated fat
- 0g trans fat
- 25 milligrams cholesterol
- 77g of total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 70g of sugar
- 35 milligrams sodium
- 1g protein
- 0 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
The best way to describe this drink is that it tastes like tea. It’s not really a coffee, so if you’re looking for something with more caffeine in it, be sure and try the espresso-based drinks!
The Caramel Apple Spice is made with steaming apple juice, five pumps of cinnamon dolce sauce, and whipped cream, with a caramel drizzle on the surface.
This is far more up drinkers’ alley than the two above, as it is quite warming and very sweet but absolutely wonderful.
For those who don’t know, Dolce means sweet in Italian. Thus, it is sugary cinnamon sauce pumped into it.
6. Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino (46 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Milk
- Crème Frappuccino Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Dark Caramel Sauce
- Caramel Sauce
- Caramel Sugar Topping
Nutritional Information:
- 420 calories
- 200 calories from fat
- 22g total fat
- 14g saturated fat
- 0.5g trans fat
- 70 milligrams cholesterol
- 50g total carbohydrates
- 0 grams dietary fiber
- 46 grams of sugar
- 280 milligrams sodium
- 5 grams protein
- 0 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
This is again my top pick, but this time without the espresso syrup, which I already know is just coffee-soaked sucrose for optimum feeling awake, briefly.
It’s still excellent, but while I miss the coffee, I can’t ignore the fact that Starbucks creme is refreshing on a warm day. I truly enjoyed it!
7. Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino (46 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Milk
- Crème Frappuccino Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Mocha Sauce
- Frappuccino Chips
- Cookie Crumb
- Chocolate Cookie Grind Topping
Nutritional Information:
- 460 calories
- 230 calories from fat
- 25g total fat
- 16g saturated fat
- 0.5g trans fat
- 65 milligrams cholesterol
- 52g total carbohydrates
- 2g dietary fiber
- 46g of sugar
- 290 milligrams sodium
- 15g protein
- 0 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
It’s noteworthy to mention that this has less sugar than that of the caramel ribbon crunch, even without the coffee. I have no idea why!
But it does reveal that each shot of their frappuccino coffee roast has a spoon of sugar! It’s no surprise that Starbucks tastes so fantastic, and the difference between the traditional frappe and this one is night and day.
So, order the creme variants of the frappuccinos if you would like less sweetness, but still, the coffee variants of the mochas if you want more. There is somewhat less space for milk and around 1 gram less sweetener in your drink if there is coffee in it.
Isn’t it interesting to know?
8. White Hot Chocolate (55 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Milk
- White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
- Whipped Cream
- Vanilla Syrup
Nutritional Information:
- 440 calories
- 170 calories from fat
- 19g total fat
- 13g saturated fat
- 0.5g trans fat
- 55 milligrams cholesterol
- 55g of total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 55g of sugar
- 260 milligrams sodium
- 15 grams protein
- 0 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
On a chilly day, nothing beats a cup of hot chocolate. Why don’t you give the white-hot chocolate a try?
Starbucks’ white-hot chocolate is made with milk heated up to taste just right so customers can enjoy the perfect warmth in their bellies. This one also has five mocha syrup pumps mixed into it, making the beverage extra delicious!
The sweetened cream atop this mouthwatering drink will have you coming back again and again because what could be better than warm fuzzy feelings all around?
9. Chai Latte (42 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Milk
- Water
- Chai Tea Concentrate
Nutritional Information:
- 240 calories
- 40 calories from fat
- 4.5g total fat
- 0g saturated fat
- 0.5g trans fat
- 20 milligrams cholesterol
- 45g of total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 42g of sugar
- 115 milligrams sodium
- 8g protein
- 95 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
The excessively sugary five pumps of chai may be the first beverage on this list that I really dislike. They actually taste sugary, and you miss many wonderful flavors of a genuine chai latte.
You will prefer chai lattes made from powder or from a cup of Earl Grey tea with cloves, cinnamon sticks, plus cardamom pods floating inside, which I often enjoy in an Indian restaurant. Then, if desired, pour some sugar and milk. That was utterly delicious but not quite as sweet as what we’re here to discuss.
Likewise, a wonderful fall delight including some carrot cake, and hot cinnamon deliciousness encased in sweet sugar syrup.
10. Iced Caramel Macchiato (34 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Milk
- Ice
- Brewed Espresso
- Vanilla Syrup
- Caramel Sauce
Nutritional Information:
- 250 calories
- 70 calories from fat
- 7g total fat
- 4.5g saturated fat
- 0g trans fat
- 25 milligrams cholesterol
- 37g total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 34g of sugar
- 150 milligrams sodium
- 10g protein
- 150 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
This would be my first iced coffee on the menu. Almost all frozen and nitro coffees have less sweetener since there is not as much milk in them, and most aren’t sweetened to be flavorful like Fraps are.
On the contrary, the Iced Caramel Macchiato is a one-of-a-kind drink made with five vanilla syrup pumps plus three espresso shots, topped with a caramel coating.
Sure to get you motivated and awaken you never did before!
11. Strawberry Crème Frappuccino Blended Beverage (51 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Milk
- Crème Frappuccino Syrup
- Strawberry Puree Sauce
- Whipped Cream
- Classic Syrup
Nutritional Information:
- 370 calories
- 140 calories from fat
- 16g total fat
- 10g saturated fat
- 0.5g trans fat
- 25 milligrams cholesterol
- 51g total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 51g of sugar
- 240 milligrams sodium
- 5g protein
- 0 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
The Strawberry Frappuccino is made with ice, milk, and strawberry puree, then topped with strawberry puree and vanilla whipped cream.
This is a refreshing and light addition to your summertime drinks. It might be the only Starbucks beverage made with puree instead of sugar syrup, and it’s also the first time we’ve seen vanilla whipped cream as a topping. Perhaps they do it elsewhere but don’t mention so, but it’s still a bit different from just how Fraps makes their offer.
It’s hard to find a taste that will match the sweetness of summer, but this one does it. With an almost airy, fruity flavor and plenty of ice in every sip you take – think about what else could be better on such an unpredictable day.
12. Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte (35 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Milk
- Brewed Espresso
- Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Cinnamon Dolce Topping
Nutritional Information:
- 300 calories
- 13g total fat
- 8g saturated fat
- 0.5g trans fat
- 45 milligrams cholesterol
- 38g total carbohydrates
- 0g dietary fiber
- 35g of sugar
- 115 milligrams sodium
- 8g protein
- 150 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
This is much more akin to a chai latte, but it employs a similar taste as the Spiced Apple tea. It won’t taste overpoweringly sweet, but it will have a comparable flavor profile.
Heated milk is blended with six pumps of Cinnamon Dolce sauce, coffee, cinnamon dolce sparkles, and a topping of whipped cream in the Iced Cinnamon Dolce latte.
Another great fall/winter beverage, it’s what I always think of when cinnamon is included. This iced cinnamon dolce latte is a cozy drink that will keep you feeling recharged on cold days. It’s also a good low-sugar substitute for a frappuccino since you don’t have as much sugar without the frappuccino roast sauce.
13. White Chocolate Mocha Coffee (53 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Milk
- White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
- Brewed Espresso
- Whipped Cream
Nutritional Information:
- 430 calories
- 160 calories from fat
- 18 grams of total fat
- 12 grams of saturated fat
- 0.5 grams trans fat
- 50 milligrams cholesterol
- 54 grams of total carbohydrates
- 0 grams dietary fiber
- 53 grams of sugar
- 250 milligrams sodium
- 15 grams protein
- 150 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
The White Chocolate Mocha Coffee combines two espresso shots with white hot chocolate. Five pumps of white chocolate mocha syrup and a dollop of sweetened cream on top of heated milk.
Starbucks mochas were my first espresso, and white chocolate is my favorite one, so this was a no-brainer for me.
The espresso is strong enough for those who need their morning caffeine fix but not too much that you’re feeling tipsy after one glass! If you’re fatigued, this is exactly what you need to wake you up and also get you moving again, at least until the glucose crashes!
14. Blonde Smoked Butterscotch Latte (35 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Milk
- Smoked Butterscotch Sauce
- Brewed Espresso
- Smoked Butterscotch Sugar Topping
Nutritional Information:
- 310 calories
- 110 calories from fat
- 12 grams of total fat
- 8 grams saturated fat
- 0 grams trans fat
- 45 milligrams cholesterol
- 39 grams of total carbohydrates
- 0 grams dietary fiber
- 35 grams of sugar
- 310 milligrams sodium
- 12 grams protein
- 170 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
This is yet another Starbucks that is only offered during the fall and winter seasons. But it’s just too nice to drop out. Alternatively, you’ll have to go for the Blonde Vanilla Latte if you want something similar.
Smoky butterscotch tastes in a latte with two espresso shots and steamed milk but without whipped cream on the surface. Is it necessary to inquire whether or not this is a Starbucks?
But apart from its terrible burn and acidic aftertaste that can only make things get worse for one’s stomach (seriously though: stay away), there really wasn’t anything wrong about them at all. Even if they did seem kind of weird when first tasting it myself.
15. Caramel Macchiato (33 Grams)
Ingredients:
- Milk
- Brewed Espresso
- Vanilla Syrup
- Caramel Sauce
Nutritional Information:
- 250 calories
- 60 calories from fat
- 7 grams of total fat
- 4.5 grams saturated fat
- 0 grams trans fat
- 25 milligrams cholesterol
- 35 grams of total carbohydrates
- 0 grams dietary fiber
- 33 grams of sugar
- 150 milligrams sodium
- 10 grams protein
- 150 milligrams caffeine
Full Description
Starbucks Caramel Macchiatos have four pumps of vanilla syrup on top of steaming milk, with a lattice of caramel sauce as the topping.
And while I assumed this was one the nicest beverages available- it’s actually placed in last place! Still, many people absolutely love them so let me know if you’re looking to try something new!
FAQs About Sweetest Starbucks Drinks
1. Is it possible to sweeten a Starbucks drink?
You can request whatever sauce you wish to put in your beverage, so do you even have one of these on the list that you’d like to be sweeter? It’s no trouble! Simply asking for certain vanilla or caramel nectar poured into your cup is the simplest way to receive the additional sweetness.
Caramel or vanilla are perfect middle-of-the-road tastes that won’t look too out of place even if you combine them with another brew, but tell the barista, so they’ll give you information.
If you want to make it sweeter, you can include ordinary sugar, but be careful. It’s generally not a good idea to have a really sugary Starbucks daily. After all, balance is vital!
2. How much sugar is in a Starbucks sauce pump?
This fluctuates significantly depending on the taste. Yet a pump of sauce is roughly a teaspoon plus half of the fluid, and it’s mostly sugar, along with water and whatever taste it is. So, you can consider a pump of sauce to be a teaspoon of sugar as a general rule.
If you order a venti latte with caramel, they will automatically add 5 pumps of sauce. It’s no surprise that it tastes so nice with 5 spoonfuls of sugar added and twirled around.
3. What is the Starbucks’s sweetest hot coffee?
The caramel macchiato is Starbucks’ sweetest heated beverage. It contains 33 grams of sugar due to the vanilla sauce with caramel syrup sprinkled on top.
If you want to be more careful with the sweetener in a hot coffee, ask for a normal brew with caramel or vanilla. This will give you the wonderful richness of the sugar syrup without being overpowering. Nevertheless, if you’re looking for something as sugary as possible, this might not be the wise option.
4. What is the Starbucks’s sweetest hot chocolate?
Opt for the heated chocolate with a long name once more. The amount of sugar in white hot chocolate mocha is 12 grams higher than that of white hot chocolate. You understand what chocolate requires, right? Sugar has been sprinkled on top!
5. What is the Starbucks’s sweetest frappuccino?
It is their Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino Blended Beverage. It’s slightly sweeter than the others, although they’re all extremely sugary. Even the Strawberry type, which contains the lowest quantity of sweetener, contains 10 teaspoons.
6. Does Starbucks have boba?
No, Starbucks does not have boba. Boba is a type of bubble tea that is traditionally made with tea, milk, sugar, and chewy tapioca balls. While you can find many variations of boba tea, Starbucks does not offer this beverage on its menu.
7. Is latte sweeter than mocha?
The answer is no, according to the Starbucks website. In fact, a Tall latte has 18g of sugar while a Tall mocha has 26g. However, this difference is barely noticeable to human taste buds.
8. Is a blonde vanilla latte sweet?
A blonde vanilla latte from Starbucks is a level 4 on the sweetness scale, which means that it’s pretty sweet! If you have a low tolerance for sweets, this drink might not be for you.
9. How to make a Starbucks drink sweeter?
If you want to make a Starbucks drink sweeter, then you can do one of the following two things:
Option 1: Add more pumps of syrup
Option 2: Get the drink with whipped cream.
Of course, these are not the only options. You could also ask for less ice or request that your barista adds more flavoring.
Keep in mind that some flavors are less sweet than others, so you might want to mix and match until you find the perfect combination for your taste buds!
10. Are Starbucks sweet drinks healthy?
This is the most frequently asked question when it comes to these beverages. And, unfortunately, the answer is no. A grande cup of any of these drinks can have up to 24 grams of sugar!
That’s a lot, taking into account that the recommended daily intake shouldn’t be higher than 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men. However, this does not apply to natural sugars found in fruits and vegetables.
On one hand, these drinks are definitely not as healthy as a green juice or plain coffee with almond milk. However, some of them do contain ingredients that have certain health benefits. For instance, the Pink Drink contains acai berries, which are high in antioxidants.
11. How much sugar should you consume in a day?
The average person should consume around 50 grams, or 12.5 teaspoons, of sugar per day. This includes the natural sugars found in fruits and vegetables. Obviously, if you want to cut down on your sugar intake, then you can consume less than this amount.
12. How to have less sugar in sweet Starbucks?
If you want to cut back on sugar, don’t worry! You can still enjoy Starbucks’ sweet drinks. All you have to do is ask the barista to use less syrup or no syrup at all.
Also, request for whipped cream to be excluded from your drink or go for a lighter version. But depending on the drink, this can significantly alter its taste. We would recommend you experiment a little and find the perfect balance for you!
The simplest method is to order a tall instead of a grande or venti. This portion size will generally contain less sugar than its larger counterparts. Keep in mind that these drinks will still be sweet, but not as intensely sugary.
Final Thoughts
I hope that instead of motivating you to think about what beverage you’ll have next, this list of sweetest Starbucks drinks has opened your eyes to the eye-watering quantity of glucose that most of these products have.
10 spoonfuls of sugar from a beverage with no fruit could never be healthy. So, instead of ordering your regular coffee drink while it’s hot outside, try savoring within the limit. Only once or twice every few months as a treat.
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Almost 20 years already spent committed to coffee and more than 3 years of experience as a barista at Starbucks. Madelyn Doyle graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutritional Science from the University of California and finished the Coffee Skills Program at the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA).