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Starbucks Caramel Macchiato: A Layered Masterpiece

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Caramel Macchiato

$4.85 -120 Calories

$4.95 – 190 Calories

$5.65 – 250 Calories

$5.95 – 310 Calories

The Starbucks® Caramel Macchiato is a beloved classic and one of our most iconic drinks since 1996—famous for its eye-catching layers, perfectly balanced sweetness, and that irresistible buttery caramel finish.
Unlike a traditional latte where everything gets mixed together, this drink is built in reverse for maximum visual and flavor drama: we start with vanilla-flavored syrup at the bottom of the cup, add plenty of freshly steamed 2% milk (creating that creamy base and light foam), then “mark” it (macchiato means “marked” or “stained” in Italian) by pouring rich Starbucks® Signature Espresso shots right on top. The espresso floats beautifully over the milk, creating those signature dark streaks. We finish it off with a beautiful crosshatch drizzle of buttery caramel sauce on the surface.
As you sip from the top, you get that bold espresso kick first, then it transitions into the smooth, vanilla-sweet milk below, ending with hints of caramel sweetness—each layer evolving into the next for a truly indulgent experience. (Around 250 calories in a Grande, customizable with your favorite milk!)
It’s sweet, creamy, sophisticated, and oh-so-satisfying—perfect for anyone craving a little luxury in every sip.

What’s Included In It?

  • Short (8 fl oz): 1 Shot Signature Espresso, 1 Pump Vanilla Syrup, Steamed 2% Milk, Caramel Drizzle.
  • Tall (12 fl oz): 1 Shot Signature Espresso, 2 Pumps Vanilla Syrup, Steamed 2% Milk, Caramel Drizzle.
  • Tall (12 fl oz): 1 Shot Signature Espresso, 2 Pumps Vanilla Syrup, Steamed 2% Milk, Caramel Drizzle.
  • Venti (20 fl oz): 2 Shots Signature Espresso, 4 Pumps Vanilla Syrup, Steamed 2% Milk, Caramel Drizzle.

Nutrition & Calories Insights Table

NutrientAmount per Short (8 oz)% Daily Value
Calories1206%
Total Fat4g5%
Sodium80mg3%
Total Carbohydrates17g6%
Sugars15g30%
Protein5g10%
Caffeine75mg—
NutrientAmount per Tall (12 oz)% Daily Value
Calories19010%
Total Fat5g6%
Sodium115mg5%
Total Carbohydrates26g9%
Sugars25g50%
Protein8g16%
Caffeine75mg—
NutrientAmount per Grande (16 oz)% Daily Value
Calories25012%
Total Fat7g9%
Sodium150mg7%
Total Carbohydrates35g13%
Sugars33g66%
Protein10g20%
Caffeine150mg—
NutrientAmount per Venti (20 oz)% Daily Value
Calories31016%
Total Fat9g12%
Sodium190mg8%
Total Carbohydrates44g16%
Sugars42g84%
Protein13g26%
Caffeine150mg—

What Are The Customization options Available In Caramel 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

The name comes straight from Italian: “macchiato” means “marked” or “stained.” In the classic sense, it’s espresso “marked” with a small amount of milk or foam. For the Starbucks® Caramel Macchiato, the espresso shots are poured over the steamed milk and vanilla syrup, creating those beautiful dark “marks” or streaks on the creamy surface—hence the name!

They’re similar but built differently for distinct flavor experiences:

A Caramel Macchiato is layered for drama and evolving sips: we start with vanilla-flavored syrup at the bottom, add plenty of steamed milk, pour the espresso shots on top (to “mark” it with those signature streaks), and finish with a crosshatch of caramel drizzle. You get a bold espresso hit first, then creamy vanilla sweetness, ending with caramel notes—more indulgent and less uniform than a latte.

A Caffè Latte mixes espresso shots thoroughly with steamed milk (and a light foam on top), resulting in a smooth, consistent creamy coffee taste throughout. It uses more milk overall for a milder coffee flavor.

Yes, mostly! Swap in Sugar-Free Vanilla Syrup (no extra charge) to cut the syrup sugar. The caramel drizzle on top still has sugar, though—so for a fully sugar-free experience, just ask for no caramel drizzle. It’ll still taste great with the vanilla and espresso!

Does the Iced version have the same ingredients? Yes—exactly the same core ingredients: vanilla-flavored syrup, milk, espresso shots, and caramel drizzle. The main differences are that it’s built over ice for a refreshing chill, and the layers might settle a bit differently as it melts.

For the hot Caramel Macchiato, no—both Grande (16 oz) and Venti (20 oz) come with 2 shots of espresso, so they have the same caffeine content (about 150mg).

(Note: The iced version can differ—Venti iced often gets 3 shots for ~225mg— but hot sizes keep it consistent at 2 shots.)

Traditionally (and how baristas love to serve it), enjoy it un-stirred so you experience the beautiful layers: bold espresso first, then the creamy vanilla milk, finishing with sweet caramel hints.

That said, lots of fans prefer to stir it for a more even, consistently sweet and milky taste throughout. No wrong way—try both and see what you love!

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