Love Starbucks Frappuccinos, but unsure how much caffeine they contain?

Some pack a serious caffeine punch, while others are completely caffeine-free.

Whether you’re looking for an energy boost or a caffeine-free treat, knowing the caffeine levels of each Frappuccino can help you choose the right one.

Quick Answer: Do Frappuccinos have caffeine?

Yes, but it depends on the type. Coffee-based Frappuccinos contain caffeine, while most crème-based Frappuccinos do not. However, some crème-based flavors—like Chai or Matcha—still have caffeine.

Frappuccinos range from nearly caffeine-free (1mg) to as much as 185mg, depending on the flavor and size.

Why it matters:

  • Need an energy boost? Find the strongest Frappuccinos.
  • Avoiding caffeine? Discover the best caffeine-free options.
  • Want to compare sizes? See how caffeine changes by cup size.

To give you a quick overview, here are a few great Frappuccino options for each category:

Frappuccino TypeCaffeine (Tall)Caffeine (Grande)Caffeine (Venti)
💪 Strongest Frappuccino: Espresso Frappuccino125 mg155 mg185 mg
⚡ Moderate Caffeine: Mocha Frappuccino70 mg100 mg130 mg
☕ Low Caffeine: Chai Crème Frappuccino20 mg40 mg40 mg
❌ Caffeine-Free Options: Vanilla Bean / Strawberries & Crème Frappuccinos0 mg0 mg0 mg

In this guide, I’ll break down the caffeine content of every Starbucks Frappuccino (yes, there are a lot more), compare them by size, and highlight the strongest and caffeine-free options.

Let’s dive in!

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Do Starbucks Frappuccinos Have Caffeine? (A Complete List)

Do Starbucks Frappuccinos have caffeine?

As I mentioned above, all coffee-based Frappuccinos have caffeine, and a few crème-based Frappuccinos as well. The caffeine content will vary depending on the flavor and size of the drink.

Some of the non-coffee-based Frappuccinos also have caffeine, but not because of coffee.

Some crème Frappuccinos have matcha, dark chocolate, or chai added. These ingredients all contain caffeine.

If you’d like to check out which Frappuccinos are made with coffee only, you can check out my complete guide in this article.

A dark chocolate bar.

How much caffeine is in a Starbucks Frappuccino?

The caffeine content of a Starbucks Frappuccino varies from 1 to 185mg of caffeine per serving:

  • The Frappuccino with the lowest amount of caffeine is a Tall Peppermint white chocolate crème Frappuccino.
  • The Frappuccino with the highest caffeine content is a Venti Espresso Frappuccino.

As you can see, there’s quite a lot of caffeine in Frappuccinos. The amount of caffeine increases with the size of the drink.

When you start adding java chips or mocha sauce, you’ll also increase the amount of caffeine, but more on this later.

A handful of java chips.

Below, you’ll find a complete overview of all the Starbucks Frappuccinos currently available. I pulled all the data from the Frappuccino section on Starbucks.com.

In the overview below, you can quickly scan the name of the Frappuccino and check the amount of caffeine per size:

  • Tall (12 oz or 355 ml)
  • Grande (16 oz or 475 ml)
  • Venti (24 oz or 710 ml)
Frappuccino nameTallGrandeVenti
Pistachio Frappuccino60mg90mg105mg
Caramel brulée Frappuccino60mg90mg125mg
Chestnut praline Frappuccino65mg95mg125mg
Peppermint mocha Frappuccino75mg110mg140mg
Peppermint white chocolate mocha Frappuccino65mg95mg120mg
Sugar cookie almondmilk Frappuccino70mg105mg140mg
Mocha cookie crumble Frappuccino65mg95mg130mg
Caramel ribbon crunch Frappuccino60mg85mg115mg
Espresso Frappuccino125mg155mg185mg
Caffè vanilla Frappuccino65mg95mg125mg
Caramel Frappuccino60mg90mg120mg
Coffee Frappuccino65mg95mg125mg
Mocha Frappuccino70mg100mg130mg
Java chip Frappuccino75mg105mg145mg
White chocolate mocha Frappuccino65mg95mg125mg
Chocolate cookie crumble crème Frappuccino10mg15mg20mg
Chai crème Frappuccino20mg40mg40mg
Matcha crème Frappuccino50mg70mg95mg
Double chocolaty chip crème Frappuccino10mg15mg20mg
Peppermint mocha crème Frappuccino5mg10mg15mg
Peppermint white chocolate crème Frappuccino1mg2mg2mg

Which Frappuccinos have no caffeine?

So, you’re looking for a delicious Frappuccino without all the caffeine? You can do so by scanning the overview below:

Frappuccino name:Caffeine?
Pistachio crème FrappuccinoNo
Caramel brulée crème FrappuccinoNo
Chestnut Praline crème FrappuccinoNo
Sugar cookie almondmilk crème FrappuccinoNo
Caramel ribbon crunch crème FrappuccinoNo
Strawberry crème FrappuccinoNo
Vanilla bean crème FrappuccinoNo
White chocolate crème FrappuccinoNo

As the table above shows, there are still many Frappuccino options if you don’t want to consume caffeine.

Keep in mind that the amount of caffeine may change when you start customizing your Frappuccino.

This is especially the case if you’re going to add chocolate to the mix. Chocolate also has caffeine, so if you want to avoid it altogether, you should avoid adding it to your drink.

If you want to know the updated amount of caffeine in your customized Frappuccino, you can check the Starbucks website before ordering or ask your barista.

For more decaf options, check out this list of the best Starbucks decaf drinks!

Which coffee does Starbucks use in its Frappuccinos?

Starbucks uses a sweetened coffee-based Frappuccino syrup as a coffee flavoring, which they call Frappuccino Roast.

To figure out what the Frappuccino roast actually is and how Starbucks uses it in their drinks, I contacted their customer service to get to the bottom of this. You can read the chat below:

Complete Starbucks chat about what's in their Frappuccino Roast.

The Frappuccino Roast is the main coffee flavoring of all Frappuccinos. However, one option has espresso added to the mix: the espresso Frappuccino.

You can also get a coffee Frappuccino along with the espresso Frappuccino. If you’re like me, you probably want to know whether this option also uses brewed coffee as its basis.

This is why I contacted their customer service again and asked that same question, which you can read below:

Complete chat asking Starbucks if there is espresso in their Frappuccinos.

As you can see, the only Frappuccino that uses espresso as its basis is the espresso Frappuccino (hence its name).

Check out this in-depth guide to see all the Frappuccinos that use coffee as their basis (and those that don’t).

FAQs about Starbucks Frappuccinos and caffeine

Before we close off this article, let’s quickly go over a few key questions people have when researching caffeine in Starbucks Frappuccinos.

Who knows, maybe this will answer one of the questions you had as well!

How do you order a Frappuccino with more caffeine?

There are two ways to add caffeine to your Frappuccino. Ordering a larger size will give you more caffeine.

If you don’t want to order a bigger-sized Frappuccino, you can add extra espresso shots to your order.

How do you order a caffeine-free Frappuccino?

You can ask your barista for a caffeine-free Frappuccino. Or, you can choose one of the crème Frappuccinos, which are almost all caffeine-free.

Remember that chocolate, matcha, and chai-based Frappuccinos contain some caffeine.

Which Starbucks Frappuccino has the most caffeine?

The Venti espresso Frappuccino has the most caffeine, coming in at a whopping 185mg per serving.

However, you can customize your Frappuccino to have more caffeine by adding espresso shots to the mix if you want to increase the amount of caffeine.

Does a Java Chip Frappuccino have caffeine?

Yes. A Grande Java Chip Frappuccino contains about 105 mg of caffeine.

Which Starbucks Frappuccino has the least caffeine?

The Vanilla Bean Crème and Strawberry Crème Frappuccinos have 0 mg of caffeine since they don’t contain coffee or tea.

What is the strongest Starbucks Frappuccino?

The Espresso Frappuccino has the highest caffeine content, with a Grande containing around 155 mg of caffeine.

Conclusion

So there you have it!

The next time you’re considering getting a Starbucks Frappuccino, you can order with confidence, knowing exactly what kind of caffeine jolt (or non-jolt) you’ll be getting.

Keep in mind that the amount of caffeine in these drinks can vary somewhat depending on the size and ingredients (such as coffee or espresso shots), so be sure to ask your barista for more information if you’re concerned about your caffeine intake.

Which Frappuccino is your go-to? Do you prefer a caffeine boost or a caffeine-free treat? Let me know below!

If you’d like to try out some homemade Frappuccino recipes, you can check out my favorites below:

Homemade Frappuccino recipes to try

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