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Popular iced espresso beverage with milk, caramel syrup, and vanilla flavor
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Starbucks iced caramel macchiato (240 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 72 calories per 100 g. It contains 30 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B2 covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
173
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 9% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 173 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 173 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 355 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (grated) | 355 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 355 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (double) | 355 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (triple) | 355 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 355 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (half) | 355 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 473 g | 341 kcal |
Calculated from 72 calories per 100 g.
Yes, Starbucks iced caramel macchiato contains caffeine from espresso. The amount varies with the drink size and recipe, so it may affect sleep if you are sensitive to caffeine or drink it late in the day.
A Starbucks iced caramel macchiato is typically made with milk, ice, vanilla syrup, espresso, and caramel drizzle. Ingredients and preparation can vary by country, store, and custom order.
A Starbucks iced caramel macchiato is noticeably sweet from the vanilla syrup and caramel drizzle. You can ask for less syrup or caramel drizzle when ordering, although available customizations vary by store.
A Starbucks iced caramel macchiato combines espresso, milk, vanilla syrup, and caramel drizzle, while an iced latte is usually espresso with cold milk. The macchiato is therefore sweeter and has a more pronounced caramel flavor.
The caffeine content varies by size and by how many espresso shots are used. Check the nutrition information for your specific size or ask the barista, especially if you are limiting caffeine.
You can stir a Starbucks iced caramel macchiato before drinking it. Stirring blends the espresso, vanilla-flavored milk, and caramel; leaving it layered gives you a stronger coffee taste at first and preserves its layered appearance.
Often, yes: Starbucks stores may offer non-dairy milk options that can be substituted. Availability differs by location, and changing the milk does not automatically remove the vanilla syrup or caramel drizzle.
Yes, ask for fewer pumps of vanilla syrup, less caramel drizzle, or both. These adjustments keep the espresso-and-milk base while reducing the drink’s sweetness; customization options can differ between stores.
Yes. Pour cold milk and vanilla syrup over ice, add espresso, and finish with caramel drizzle. It will taste similar, though the exact flavor depends on the syrup, milk, espresso, and proportions you use.
It contains caffeine, so the relevant amount depends on the drink size and espresso shots. Pregnancy caffeine guidance is individual; ask your healthcare professional how it fits your daily caffeine limit.
Vitamins
B2
0.31mg · 24% DV
B5
0.96mg · 19% DV
B12
0.43µg · 18% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Calcium
134mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
91mg · 13% DV
Iodine
14µg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Sodium
91mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 173 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Starbucks iced caramel macchiato is a chilled, sweet espresso drink made with milk, vanilla-flavoured syrup and caramel. Although “macchiato” recalls an Italian coffee tradition, this Starbucks-style version is a milkier, sweeter drink than a traditional espresso macchiato.
It is served over ice, with the vanilla milk, espresso and caramel creating a layered coffee-and-sweetness profile. In its home coffee-shop setting and elsewhere, it works as a cold pick-me-up or an accompaniment to a pastry; a less-sweet snack can balance it well. The milk provides some protein, while the syrups make carbohydrates a notable part of its nutritional profile. If you prefer a lighter drink, ask for less syrup or caramel.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.