How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

Prepare the loved-by-everyone Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato at home! I'll share the tips and the secrets on how to make this delicious treat. 

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

Slightly sweetened milk on the bottom, ice in the middle, bittersweet espresso on top and rich caramel sauce all over the cup... Isn't this what you are craving this summer? Get ready to make your very own Iced Caramel Macchiato!

While working at Starbucks, I learned that the #1 most loved espresso drink is the incredible Iced Caramel Macchiato and, today, I am sharing with you how to make this drink at home. The basics are pretty simple. We combine vanilla syrup with cold milk, then add some ice, fresh espresso and top it all off with buttery caramel sauce. Let's discuss each ingredient.

Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato Video Tutorial

What is an Iced Caramel Macchiato?

Iced Caramel Macchiato is one of the most popular espresso-based Starbucks drinks. It is usually the #1 Best Seller during the summer months. It is made with vanilla syrup (for a touch of sweetness), ice, milk, espresso, and creamy caramel sauce, that is drizzled on the top.

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

Vanilla Syrup

You can purchase vanilla syrup in a large supermarket, or on Amazon.  They even sell Starbucks Vanilla Syrup on Amazon, so that would be your best option to achieve a very authentic Starbucks taste. However, I don't recommend buying the whole bottle if you are not planning on making Iced or Hot Caramel Macchiatos regularly. If you are just making it once, use homemade simple syrup instead, or, I also like using a little agave syrup (Yum!). 

Milk

At Starbucks, we usually use 2% reduced-fat milk, but you may choose to use whole milk, non-fat milk, or vanilla soy milk. If you use vanilla soy milk, you may skip the vanilla syrup altogether. 

Espresso

I always recommend using a macchinetta to prepare THE BEST TASTING espresso. It is a very convenient and cheap option that guarantees great results. You can shop around and find a macchinetta for as low as $7, but I am secretly dreaming about this beauty: Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Stovetop Espresso Maker. Here is a useful video demonstrating how to make espresso using macchinetta:

If you'd like to find out a little more about espresso and what kind of coffee beans are best, check out my Hot Caramel Macchiato recipe.

Lastly,

Caramel Sauce

While it is possible to find Starbucks caramel sauce on eBay and sometimes in-stores, I found that this Ghirardelli Caramel Sauce is really wonderful, so I always purchase this kind. 

How to make an Iced Caramel Macchiato

1. Add vanilla syrup to the cup. (2 tsp - 12oz cup, 3 tsp - 16oz cup, 4 tsp - 20oz cup). Of course, you can adjust the sweetness to your liking.

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

2. Add milk over the syrup (approx. halfway).

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

3. Add ice, reserving room for espresso.

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

4. Add espresso (1oz - 12oz cup, 2oz - 16oz cup, 3oz - 20oz cup).

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

5. Drizzle with caramel sauce on top and enjoy!

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

FAQs about Iced Caramel Macchiato

What is the difference between iced caramel macchiato and latte?

Iced Caramel Macchiato has milk and espresso in separate layers (espresso on top and milk on the bottom). It is sweetened with vanilla syrup. Also, ICM has caramel sauce on top. Iced Latte, on the other hand, is made with espresso, milk, and iced mixed together.

Is the iced caramel macchiato sweet?

Yes, it is sweetened with vanilla syrup.

How many shots are in an iced caramel macchiato?

Depending on the size of the cup. At Starbucks, one shot of espresso is used for tall size, two for grande, and three for venti.

Is a latte stronger than a macchiato?

Both drinks have the same amount of espresso, so both are equally strong.

How much caffeine is in an iced caramel macchiato?

There is 75 mg of caffeine in one Starbucks espresso shot. So depending on the size, you'd be getting: 75mg - tall, 150mg - grande, and 225mg - venti size.

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

Let me know if you have any questions about this Iced Caramel Macchiato. I'll be happy to answer them. Hope you'll enjoy this deliciousness as much as I did!

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  • Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
  • Starbucks Peppermint White Hot Chocolate

Why do I share Starbucks recipes? Read my Starbucks Journey. 🙂

How much caffeine in iced caramel macchiato starbucks

Prepare the loved-by-everyone Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato at home! I'll share the tips and the secrets on how to make this delicious treat. 

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Total Time 10 mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 1 12 oz cup

Calories 127 kcal

  • Add vanilla syrup to the cup first, then milk, ice and espresso on top.

  • Drizzle with caramel sauce.

Learn all of the details about each ingredient right above this recipe. ENJOY!

Calories: 127kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 255mgSugar: 23gVitamin A: 335IUCalcium: 213mgIron: 0.7mg

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Does iced caramel macchiato have a lot of caffeine?

First, it's good to know the amount of caffeine in an iced caramel macchiato. It will largely depend on the size of drink you order. According to the Starbucks website, a grande has 150 mg of caffeine. Compare this to a grande Pike Place drip coffee that has 310 mg of caffeine.

How much caffeine is in an iced macchiato?

Caffeine Amounts in Dunkin Donuts Beverages.

How much caffeine is in a Starbucks grande macchiato?

Starbucks Hot Beverage Caffeine.

Does a latte or caramel macchiato have more caffeine?

Meanwhile, a 2-ounce (60-ml) macchiato has about half as much caffeine, with just over 85 mg per serving ( 3 ). Cappuccinos and lattes each contain around 173 mg of caffeine per 16-ounce (480-gram) serving, while macchiatos contain just 85 grams of caffeine in a 2-ounce (60-gram) serving.