Starbucks Matcha: Caffeine, Sugar, Calories, and Ingredients
Starbucks matcha drinks use a sweetened matcha powder blend (Tazo brand, pre-sweetened with sugar) mixed with milk or water. This page shows nutrition data by size, sourced directly from Starbucks's published nutrition page (retrieved 2026-07-22). Where data is not published, we say so.
Sourcing Transparency
Starbucks discloses that their matcha blend contains sugar as the first ingredient. The matcha powder brand (Tazo) has been reported in press coverage but is not consistently disclosed on the Starbucks nutrition page. Grade and origin are not disclosed.
Nutrition by Size
Matcha Tea Latte
| Size | Caffeine | Sugar | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short (8oz) | 55mg | 20g | 110 cal | 21g | 5g | 3g |
| Tall (12oz) | 55mg | 28g | 160 cal | 29g | 8g | 5g |
| Grande (16oz) | 80mg | 32g | 200 cal | 33g | 10g | 5g |
| Venti (20oz) | 110mg | 45g | 280 cal | 46g | 14g | 7g |
Source: https://www.starbucks.com/menu/drinks/tea/matcha-tea-latte (retrieved 2026-07-22)
Iced Matcha Tea Latte
| Size | Caffeine | Sugar | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tall (12oz) | 55mg | 28g | 140 cal | 29g | 7g | 4g |
| Grande (16oz) | 80mg | 32g | 180 cal | 33g | 9g | 5g |
| Venti (24oz) | 110mg | 45g | 250 cal | 46g | 13g | 6g |
| Trenta (30oz) | 110mg | 56g | 310 cal | 57g | 16g | 8g |
Source: https://www.starbucks.com/menu/drinks/tea/iced-matcha-tea-latte (retrieved 2026-07-22)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much caffeine is in Starbucks matcha?
A Grande (16oz) Matcha Tea Latte at Starbucks contains approximately 80mg of caffeine. Caffeine varies by size -- see the full table above.
Does Starbucks matcha have added sugar?
Yes. Starbucks's matcha blend contains added sugar. Starbucks discloses 'Ground Japanese Green Tea' in the matcha blend. Sugar is the first ingredient in the blend, meaning the powder is pre-sweetened. Grade and specific region are not disclosed.
Is Starbucks matcha real matcha?
Based on disclosed ingredients, Starbucks uses ground Japanese green tea (matcha) in their drinks. Starbucks discloses 'Ground Japanese Green Tea' in the matcha blend. Sugar is the first ingredient in the blend, meaning the powder is pre-sweetened. Grade and specific region are not disclosed.
What brand of matcha does Starbucks use?
Starbucks does not disclose the brand of matcha powder used in their drinks on their published nutrition page.
How does Starbucks matcha compare to ceremonial grade matcha?
Chain matcha drinks are typically made with culinary-grade or pre-sweetened matcha blends, not ceremonial grade. Starbucks discloses 'Ground Japanese Green Tea' in the matcha blend. Sugar is the first ingredient in the blend, meaning the powder is pre-sweetened. Grade and specific region are not disclosed. Ceremonial grade matcha is whisked with water only and contains no added sugar.
Want matcha with published lab results?
Chain matcha drinks rarely disclose grade, origin, or heavy metal testing. Our brand directory shows which matcha brands publish their COA results.