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Starbucks latte with ube, vanilla, and matcha
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Starbucks ube vanilla matcha latte (240 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 70 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.6 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
168
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
27.6g
· 10% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
4.1g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 12% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.64 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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 | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra small) | 60 g | 42 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 240 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 350 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 480 g | 336 kcal |
Calculated from 70 calories per 100 g.
A Starbucks ube vanilla matcha latte is a prepared, processed café drink that combines matcha, milk, and ube-vanilla flavor. The exact ingredients and recipe can vary by market, so the name alone does not guarantee an identical formula everywhere.
It pairs matcha’s grassy, slightly bitter notes with vanilla sweetness and ube’s mild, earthy flavor. The result is more dessert-like than a plain matcha latte, although the balance can vary with the recipe and customization.
Yes. The matcha in a Starbucks ube vanilla matcha latte contains caffeine, even though the drink is not coffee-based. The amount varies with the serving and recipe, and caffeine-sensitive people may want to avoid it near bedtime.
No, a Starbucks ube vanilla matcha latte gets its characteristic tea flavor and caffeine from matcha, not espresso. It is different from a matcha drink with an added espresso shot, which some cafés offer as a customization.
Ube is a purple yam with a naturally vivid color and a mild, sweet, earthy taste. It is not the same as taro, although the two are sometimes confused; in this latte, ube contributes a distinctive flavor and color.
Usually, yes: its ube and vanilla flavors make it sweeter and more dessert-like than a plain matcha latte. If you prefer a less sweet drink, ask whether the barista can reduce the flavored components at your location.
Milk substitutions depend on the store and the local menu, so a non-dairy version may not be available everywhere. Also, changing the milk does not necessarily make every other ingredient dairy-free; confirm the ingredients if avoiding dairy.
Availability can vary by country, store, and menu period, so the Starbucks ube vanilla matcha latte may not be offered everywhere throughout the year. Check the menu for your local store or ask staff before making a trip.
Yes. Whisk matcha with a little water, then combine it with milk and ube and vanilla flavoring; pour it over ice if you want a chilled drink. This makes a similar beverage, though Starbucks’ exact recipe may differ.
It contains caffeine from matcha, so it is not caffeine-free. Children can be more sensitive to caffeine, and the drink’s sweet flavor does not make it a caffeine-free treat; consider a caffeine-free alternative instead.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B5
0.96mg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.31mg · 13% DV
Calcium
132mg · 13% DV
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Sodium
84mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Starbucks ube vanilla matcha latte is a milk-based café drink combining matcha green tea with vanilla and ube, the purple-fleshed yam often used in Filipino desserts. Matcha brings a gentle grassy note, while vanilla and ube add sweetness and a mild, earthy flavour; milk gives the drink its creamy texture.
It works as a café treat rather than an everyday tea, and may be served hot or over ice depending on the menu. Its nutritional profile leans toward carbohydrates, with a modest amount of protein; it provides 70 kcal per 100 g. If you would prefer a lighter drink, ask whether a smaller size or less syrup is available.
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 3
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
2.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.