Starbucks Protein Cold Foam Drinks Menu With Prices
Protein Cold Foam is the biggest Starbucks innovation of 2026: the beloved cold foam topping rebuilt with protein-boosted milk, adding 15 to 20 grams of protein to drinks that used to be pure indulgence. This menu lists the signature Protein Cold Foam drinks with prices and calories, and every flavor of foam you can add to anything else.
The three headliners, the Chocolate Cream Protein Cold Brew, Iced Vanilla Cream Protein Latte, and Iced Banana Cream Protein Matcha, run $6.45 to $6.95 and read like desserts with gym stats. The foam alone comes in Vanilla, Chocolate, Salted Caramel, Brown Sugar, and Banana, and swaps onto any cold drink for about $1.25.
Protein Cold Foam Drinks
The signature builds: the Chocolate Cream Protein Cold Brew (cold brew under chocolate protein foam), the Iced Vanilla Cream Protein Latte, and the Iced Banana Cream Protein Matcha. All are part of the wider Protein Beverages menu and pair with the High Protein Lattes.
Iced Banana Cream Protein Matcha
$7.95 – 330 Calories
$8.55 – 430 Calories
$9.25 – 510 Calories
Chocolate Cream Protein Cold Brew
$7.45 – 240 Calories
$8.25 – 330 Calories
$8.95 – 350 Calories
$9.45 – 370 Calories
Iced Vanilla Cream Protein Latte
$7.75 – 300 Calories
$8.35 – 390 Calories
$8.95 – 460 Calories
Protein Cold Foam Drink Prices (2026)
| Drink | Grande Price | Calories | Protein | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Cream Protein Cold Brew | $6.45 | 250 | 19 g | 185 mg |
| Iced Vanilla Cream Protein Latte | $6.75 | 260 | 22 g | 150 mg |
| Iced Banana Cream Protein Matcha | $6.95 | 270 | 18 g | 80 mg |
| Protein Cold Foam add-on (any drink) | +$1.25 | +60 to 80 | +8 to 10 g | 0 |
Compare that to regular cold foam at similar calories and near-zero protein, and the upgrade math explains why these launched as permanent items, not seasonal tests.
What Is Protein Cold Foam Made Of?
The base is Starbucks protein-boosted milk, a fresh blend of 2% milk and unflavored whey protein, whipped cold with flavor syrup exactly like classic cold foam. It pours slightly denser, holds its layer longer, and adds 8 to 10 grams of protein per topping. The five standing flavors are Vanilla, Chocolate, Salted Caramel, Brown Sugar, and Banana, and baristas will put any of them on any cold drink, including Refreshers.
Best Protein Cold Foam Orders
The post-workout classic
Grande Cold Brew with Chocolate Protein Cold Foam: 185 mg of caffeine, about 20 g of protein with the foam on a protein milk splash, under 300 calories.
The macro-friendly sweet tooth
Iced Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Latte with Salted Caramel Protein Cold Foam, from the No Added Sugar menu: dessert flavor, single-digit sugar.
The coffee-free option
The Banana Cream Protein Matcha, or Vanilla Protein Cold Foam on a Strawberry Acai Refresher, the trending “protein refresher” build.
FAQs About Protein Cold Foam
How much protein is in Starbucks protein cold foam?
The topping alone adds 8 to 10 g. The full signature drinks land between 18 and 27 g depending on the milk underneath.
Can I add protein cold foam to any drink?
Yes, any cold drink: cold brew, iced lattes, iced teas, and Refreshers. It is about $1.25 as an add-on, or an even swap on drinks that already include cold foam.
Does it taste like protein powder?
No, that is the trick: the whey blend is unflavored and the syrup does the talking. Blind-tasted against classic cold foam, most people only notice it is slightly thicker.
Is protein cold foam gluten-free?
The foam contains dairy and whey but no gluten ingredients. Standard shared-equipment caveats apply.
How many calories does it add?
About 60 to 80 per serving, similar to classic sweet cream cold foam, but with protein doing part of the work.
Are these drinks actually good for workouts?
As a post-workout treat, genuinely useful: 20 g protein and caffeine in one cup. As a protein SOURCE they are pricey; a $6.75 latte is a treat with benefits, not a supplement replacement.
Why is the “Banana Protein Foam” so popular in 2026?
The Banana Protein Foam exploded in popularity after debuting as part of the “Starting 5” innovation project. It pairs beautifully with the reformulated unsweetened Matcha, adding a natural tropical sweetness that perfectly balances the earthy tea notes without any need for extra cane sugar pumps.
Is the “Apple Crisp” Protein Foam still available?
No, the Apple Crisp Protein Foam is no longer available. It was a seasonal offering during the Fall/Winter 2025 season (along with Pumpkin). For Spring 2026, Starbucks has replaced those flavors with Lavender and Pistachio Protein Foam variations.
The Bottom Line
Protein Cold Foam turned the most indulgent part of the menu into the most functional one, and the add-on flexibility means your existing favorite drink probably has a protein version now. Start with the chocolate cold brew build, then explore the full Protein Beverages menu and the High Protein Lattes.
