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Espresso Macchiato: A Small but Mighty Classic

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Espresso Macchiato

$3.15 -10 Calories

$3.65 – 15 Calories

$4.15 – 20 Calories

$4.65 – 25 Calories

The Espresso Macchiato is a timeless European classic made for espresso lovers who crave that pure, intense kick with just a hint of creaminess.
In Italian, “macchiato” literally means “marked” or “stained”—and that’s exactly what this drink is: a bold shot (or two) of Starbucks® Espresso Roast perfectly “marked” with a small dollop of velvety steamed milk and foam.
It has the highest espresso-to-milk ratio on the menu, delivering a quick, sophisticated caffeine hit without the larger volume of a latte or cappuccino. Simple, strong, and elegant—ideal for anyone who wants the real essence of espresso with the lightest touch of milk.
(Only about 15 calories in a standard serving, too!)

What’s Included In It?

  • Solo (0.75 fl oz): 1 Shot Signature Espresso Roast, Dollop of 2% Steamed Milk Foam.
  • Doppio (1.5 fl oz): 2 Shots Signature Espresso Roast, Dollop of 2% Steamed Milk Foam.
  • Triple (2.25 fl oz): 3 Shots Signature Espresso Roast, Dollop of 2% Steamed Milk Foam.
  • Quad (3 fl oz): 4 Shots Signature Espresso Roast, Dollop of 2% Steamed Milk Foam.

Nutrition & Calories Insights Table

NutrientAmount per Solo% Daily Value
Calories50%
Total Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrates1g0%
Sugars0g0%
Protein0g0%
Caffeine75mg—
NutrientAmount per Doppio% Daily Value
Calories101%
Total Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrates2g1%
Sugars0g0%
Protein1g2%
Caffeine150mg—
NutrientAmount per Triple% Daily Value
Calories151%
Total Fat0.1g0%
Sodium5mg0%
Total Carbohydrates3g1%
Sugars0g0%
Protein1g2%
Caffeine225mg—
NutrientAmount per Quad% Daily Value
Calories201%
Total Fat0.1g0%
Sodium5mg0%
Total Carbohydrates4g1%
Sugars0g0%
Protein2g4%
Caffeine300mg—

What Are The Customization options Available In Espresso Macchiato

  • 2% Milk
  • Almond
  • Coconut
  • Breve (Half & Half)
  • Heavy Cream
  • Nonfat Milk
  • Oatmilk
  • Protein-boosted Milk
  • Soy
  • Nondairy Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • Whole Milk
  • Whipped Cream
  • Extra Whipped Cream
  • Light Whipped Cream
  • No Whipped Cream
  • Cinnamon Powder
  • Nutmeg Powder
  • Salted Brown–Buttery Topping
  • Extra Salted Brown Butter Topping
  • Light Salted Brown–Buttery Topping
  • No Salted Brown–Buttery Topping
  • Caramel Brulée Topping
  • Caramel Crunch Topping
  • Cinnamon Dolce Sprinkles
  • Cookie Crumble Topping
  • Chocolate Curls Topping
  • Pumpkin Spice Topping
  • Red & Green Sprinkle Topping
  • Caramel Drizzle
  • Mocha Drizzle
  • Nondairy Brown Sugar Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Gingerbread Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Matcha Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Peppermint Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Salted Caramel Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Strawberry Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Sugar Cookie Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam
  • Banana Protein Cold Foam
  • Brown Sugar Protein Cold Foam
  • Caramel Brulée Protein Cold Foam
  • Chocolate Protein Cold Foam
  • Gingerbread Protein Cold Foam
  • Matcha Protein Cold Foam
  • Peppermint Chocolate Protein Cold Foam
  • Pistachio Protein Cold Foam
  • Salted Caramel Protein Cold Foam
  • Sugar Cookie Protein Cold Foam
  • Vanilla Protein Cold Foam
  • Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Extra Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Light Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • No Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Banana Cream Cold Foam
  • Brown Sugar Cream Cold Foam
  • Caramel Brulée Cream Cold Foam
  • Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam
  • Gingerbread Cream Cold Foam
  • Matcha Cream Cold Foam
  • Peppermint Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Pistachio Cream Cold Foam
  • Salted Caramel Cream Cold Foam
  • Strawberry Cream Cold Foam
  • Sugar Cookie Cream Cold Foam
  • None
  • No water – Prepared with 2% Milk
  • No water – Prepared with Almondmilk
  • No water – Prepared with Coconutmilk
  • No water – Prepared with Cream (Half & Half)
  • No water – Prepared with Heavy Cream
  • No water – Prepared with Nonfat Milk
  • No water – Prepared with Oatmilk
  • No water – Prepared with Soymilk
  • No water – Prepared with Nondairy Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • No water – Prepared with Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • No water – Prepared with Whole Milk
  • Pistachio Sauce
  • Caramel Brulée Sauce
  • Dark Caramel Sauce
  • Mocha Sauce
  • White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
  • Brown Sugar Syrup
  • Caramel Syrup
  • Sugar-Free Caramel Syrup
  • Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
  • Gingerbread Syrup
  • Hazelnut Syrup
  • Peppermint Syrup
  • Sugar Cookie Syrup
  • Sugar-Free Vanilla Syrup
  • Vanilla Syrup
  • Vanilla Bean Powder scoops
  • Add Shots
  • None
  • Blonde Espresso
  • Signature Espresso
  • 1/2 Decaf
  • Decaf Espresso Roast
  • 1/3 Decaf
  • 2/3 Decaf
  • None
  • Ristretto
  • Long Shot
  • None
  • Upside Down
  • None
  • Line the Cup with Caramel Sauce
  • Line the Cup with Mocha Sauce
  • Ice
  • Extra Ice
  • Light Ice
  • No Ice
  • Pistachio Sauce
  • Matcha Powder scoops
  • Classic Syrup
  • Honey Blend Syrup
  • Honey
  • Sugar In The Raw®
  • Splenda®
  • Stevia in the Raw®
  • Sugar
  • Personal Cup
  • None
  • Short Cup
  • Tall Cup
  • Grande Cup
  • Venti Cup

Frequently Asked Questions

They’re completely different drinks, despite sharing the “macchiato” name!

  • An Espresso Macchiato is the traditional, European-style version: a small, intense shot (or two) of Starbucks® Espresso Roast “marked” (macchiato means “marked” or “stained” in Italian) with just a dollop of velvety steamed milk foam. It’s bold, straightforward, and keeps the focus on pure espresso flavor with minimal milk—usually served in a tiny cup (around 2–3 oz total).
  • A Caramel Macchiato, on the other hand, is more of a latte-style treat: layered with vanilla syrup, plenty of steamed milk, espresso poured on top (to create that signature layering), and finished with caramel drizzle. It’s larger, sweeter, creamier, and much milder in coffee intensity—basically a vanilla-flavored latte with caramel on top.

In short: Espresso Macchiato = strong espresso with a light foam touch. Caramel Macchiato = sweet, milky indulgence with caramel flair.

Nope—0g of added sugar in the standard recipe! The tiny trace of carbs (usually 1–2g) comes naturally from the small amount of milk foam. It’s one of the lowest-sugar espresso drinks on the menu.

Not officially—Starbucks doesn’t offer a standard iced version because the classic relies on hot steamed foam for that signature “mark.” If you want something similar but cold, ask for an Iced Espresso (or doppio) with a splash of milk or a light foam on top. It won’t be exactly the same, but it’s a close, refreshing alternative.

Primarily just a dollop of foam on top—true to the traditional style. That said, since the foam comes from steamed milk, a tiny bit of liquid milk often sneaks in with it for extra smoothness.

Yes! Customize it with your choice of Oatmilk, Almondmilk, Soymilk, Coconutmilk, or even Whole milk (or 2% by default). It subtly changes the flavor and texture of that creamy “mark”—and non-dairy options are widely available without extra charge in many locations.

Yes—super strong and intense! With very little milk to dilute it, you get the full, bold punch of the espresso shots (around 150mg caffeine in a standard serving). It’s perfect for espresso purists who want maximum coffee flavor in a quick, sophisticated sip—without the volume or sweetness of lattes or other milky drinks. (Only about 15 calories too!)

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