Last Updated on February 26, 2023 by brewthatcoffee
Are you on a sugar kick right now? Maybe you are even trying to reduce your sugar intake, and need to know what to avoid. Either way, knowing what the sweetest Starbucks drinks will come in handy. Here are the sweetest drinks ranked by sugar content and their calories in grande size.
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What is the Sweetest Starbucks Drink?
The most sugary drink you can get at Starbucks is the Java Chip Frappuccino Blended Beverage. This ultra-sweet frappuccino packs a whopping 60 grams of sugar in its grande size. So if you want a drink that’s as sweet as it gets, try this one out the next time you hit up Starbucks.
The 10 Sweetest Starbucks Drinks
Here are the Starbucks drinks ranked by their sugar content. Each drink includes nutritional information based on the grande size.
| Drink Name | Calories | Sugar (g) | Caffeine (mg) |
| Java Chip Frappuccino® Blended Beverage | 440 | 60 | 105 |
| Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino® Blended Beverage | 470 | 60 | 85 |
| Caramel Apple Spice | 380 | 70 | 0 |
| Toasted White Hot Chocolate | 430 | 57 | 0 |
| Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino | 460 | 46 | 15 |
| Caramel Ribbon Crunch Crème Frappuccino Blended Beverage | 420 | 48 | 0 |
| White Hot Chocolate | 430 | 57 | 0 |
| Smoked Butterscotch Crème | 360 | 43 | 0 |
| Iced Caramel Macchiato | 250 | 34 | 150 |
| Chai Latte | 240 | 42 | 95 |
Java Chip Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Experience the delicious taste of Java Chip Frappuccino® Blended Beverages. The perfect blend of mocha sauce and Frappuccino® chips with coffee, milk, and ice make for a refreshing beverage that will tantalize your taste buds. These drinks are sure to please, finished with whipped cream and a mocha drizzle.
Calories: 440
Sugar (g): 60
Caffeine (mg): 105
Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
There’s nothing like the taste of buttery caramel on a hot day. That’s why Starbucks blends their favorite caramel syrup with coffee, milk, and ice to create the perfect Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino. You’ll love its deliciousness, topped with a layer of dark caramel sauce, whipped cream, and a crunchy caramel-sugar topping.
Calories: 470
Sugar (g): 60
Caffeine (mg): 85
Caramel Apple Spice
It’s the perfect drink to warm up with this winter! The Caramel Apple Spice is made with delicious, steamed apple juice and complimented with cinnamon syrup. It’s topped off with whipped cream and a caramel sauce drizzle- making it the perfect sweet treat.
Calories: 380
Sugar (g): 70
Caffeine (mg): 0
Toasted White Hot Chocolate
Warm up with the White Chocolate Mocha Hot Chocolate this holiday season! This festive drink is made with rich, caramelized white chocolate and steamed milk, then topped with whipped cream, sugar sparkles, and crispy pearls. It’s the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season!
Calories: 430
Sugar (g): 57
Caffeine (mg): 0
Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino
Looking for a Frappuccino that’ll make your taste buds go crazy? Look no further than the Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino! This delicious drink is made with Mocha sauce and Frappuccino chips, layered with whipped cream and chocolate cookie crumble. Topped off with vanilla whipped cream, mocha drizzle and more chocolate cookie crumble, this drink is sure to please. So why wait?
Calories: 460
Sugar (g): 46
Caffeine (mg): 15
Caramel Ribbon Crunch Crème Frappuccino Blended Beverage
Introducing the Caramel Ribbon Crunch Crème Frappuccino Blended Beverage. This indulgent drink features a delicious blend of buttery caramel syrup, milk, and ice, with a layer of dark caramel sauce on top. It’s finished off with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and a crunchy caramel-sugar topping for a wonderfully sweet and satisfying drink.
Calories: 420
Sugar (g): 48
Caffeine (mg): 0
White Hot Chocolate
White Hot Chocolate is the perfect winter beverage. The rich and creamy flavor of caramelized white chocolate is combined with steamed milk and topped with whipped cream, making it a delicious and festive treat.
Calories: 430
Sugar (g): 57
Caffeine (mg): 0
Smoked Butterscotch Crème
Add a little bit of smoky sophistication to your day with this delicious Crème. The perfect blend of butterscotch and spice, it’s like a hug in a mug. So sit back, relax, and indulge in the deliciousness of Smoked Butterscotch Crème.
Calories: 360
Sugar (g): 43
Caffeine (mg): 0
Iced Caramel Macchiato
The Iced Caramel Macchiato is a delicious blend of espresso, vanilla-flavored syrup, milk, and ice, topped off with a caramel drizzle. It’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!
Calories: 250
Sugar (g): 34
Caffeine (mg): 150
Chai Latte
Chai is the perfect comfort drink on a cold day. The spices of cinnamon, clove, and others will warm you up while the black tea will give you a boost of energy. This latte is perfect for anyone who loves a good balance of sweet and spicy flavors.
Calories: 240
Sugar (g): 42
Caffeine (mg): 95
How to Make a Starbucks Drink Sweeter
There is always the option to add plain sugar, however, something closer to simple syrup will blend much nicer! So if you would like to make your drink sweeter without adding random flavors, try out the classic syrup. You can buy a bottled version of this stuff from Amazon to use in your homemade coffee creations.
Another popular way to boost the sweetness of your Starbucks drink is to add vanilla syrup. It’s a mild enough flavor that won’t drastically change your drink, and will likely make it taste even better.
Here are some other Starbucks sweeteners that can sweeten up your drink and add some depth of flavor.
- Toffee
- Cinnamon Dolce
- Hazelnut
- Honey Blend
- Brown Sugar
- Caramel
- Raspberry
- Chestnut Praline (Seasonal)
- Sugar Cookie (Seasonal)
- Apple Brown Sugar (Seasonal)
- Peppermint (Seasonal)
- Irish Cream (Seasonal)
- Funnel Cake (Seasonal)
How to Make a Starbucks Drink Less Sweet
To make your Starbucks drink taste less sweet, ask for less syrup. I personally enjoy all my drinks with half the syrup of the regular versions. Not only is it healthier, but I think it tastes a lot better.
Some may argue taking away syrup will diminish the flavor of the drink, and this is true in a way. Since the syrups are flavored, you do lose a bit of depth, however, I would argue having too much sweetness distracts from the overall flavor.
Next time you are at Starbucks and looking to cut sweetness or calories, ask for half syrup. They will happily accommodate you. From this point, you can adjust the syrup for your next drinks or keep it the same if you like it.
Reducing Sugar in Your Starbucks Drink
If your goal is to reduce the amount of sugar in your drink as much as possible, consider one of the sugar-free syrups.
Here are the syrups you can request sugar-free:
- Vanilla
- Caramel
- Cinnamon Dolce
- Hazelnut
FAQ
The Toasted White Hot Chocolate is the sweetest hot chocolate you can get at Starbucks. With a whopping 57 grams of sugar in the grande size, you can count on a sugar rush.
Yes, you can get less sugar in your Starbucks drink. One way to accomplish this is to ask for fewer pumps of syrup. I typically ask for half the regular amount of syrup in my drinks. It makes you drink less “flavorful,” but I think it tastes better.
Another way to get less sugar is to ask for the sugar-free vanilla syrup if your drink recipe calls for vanilla syrup.
Yes, the grande-size Vanilla Latte contains 35 grams of sugar. This makes it lean toward sweet.
Yes, the Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew is sweet. While it may not be the sweetest drink at 14 grams of sugar, you can still taste sweetness.
Final Thoughts
Starbucks drinks can be customized in a variety of ways to make them more or less sweet. You can ask for fewer pumps of syrup, use a different type of sugar, or even order a sugar-free version of your favorite drink. If you’re looking to cut down on the sugar content, try ordering iced drinks unsweetened or requesting half the regular amount of syrup.
In this article, you’ve learned how to make a Starbucks drink sweet or less sweet. You now know which drinks and flavors are more likely to be sweeter and how to adjust the sweetness.
If you have a favorite way to make your drink more or less sweet, please let us all know in the comments. As always, thanks for reading!
