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Iced Shaken Espresso: The Perfect Hand-Shaken Energy Boost

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Iced Shaken Espresso

$4.45 – 70 Calories

$4.95 – 100 Calories

$5.45 – 160 Calories

The Iced Shaken Espresso is a beloved Starbucks staple, perfect for anyone craving that intense espresso punch in a cool, refreshing form.
Baristas start with rich, full-bodied espresso shots (usually 3 in a Grande), shake them vigorously with ice and a touch of classic syrup for subtle sweetness, then finish with a splash of 2% milk. The vigorous hand-shaking aerates the drink, creating a signature light, velvety foam on top that sets it apart from a regular iced latte or Americano.
The result? A smooth, balanced sip that’s boldly caffeinated yet lightly sweetened, with a frothy texture and chilled finish—ideal for a refreshing pick-me-up without feeling heavy. (Around 100 calories for a Grande, making it a lighter espresso-based option!)
Pro tip: Customize it endlessly—swap the milk for oat, almond, or soy, or try flavored variations like the popular Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso for extra cinnamon warmth.

What’s Included In It?

  • Tall (12 fl oz): 2 Shots Signature Espresso, 3 Pumps Classic Syrup, 2% Milk, Ice.
  • Grande (16 fl oz): 3 Shots Signature Espresso, 4 Pumps Classic Syrup, 2% Milk, Ice.
  • Venti (24 fl oz): 4 Shots Signature Espresso, 6 Pumps Classic Syrup, 2% Milk, Ice.

Nutrition & Calories Insights Table

NutrientAmount per Tall (12 oz)% Daily Value
Calories804%
Total Fat1.5g2%
Sodium35mg1%
Total Carbohydrates13g5%
Sugars10g20%
Protein2g4%
Caffeine150mg—
NutrientAmount per Grande (16 oz)% Daily Value
Calories1005%
Total Fat2g3%
Sodium45mg2%
Total Carbohydrates17g6%
Sugars14g28%
Protein3g6%
Caffeine225mg—
NutrientAmount per Venti (24 oz)% Daily Value
Calories1608%
Total Fat3g4%
Sodium70mg3%
Total Carbohydrates27g10%
Sugars22g44%
Protein5g10%
Caffeine300mg—

What Are The Customization options Available In Iced Shaken Espresso

  • 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 – Iced Shaken Espresso

The Iced Shaken Espresso packs a bolder coffee punch—it’s made with more espresso shots (typically 3 in a Grande) and less milk overall compared to an Iced Latte (which usually has 2 shots and more milk for a creamier, milk-forward drink). The key prep difference? Baristas vigorously shake the espresso with ice and classic syrup, creating that signature light, frothy foam on top. An Iced Latte is simply poured over ice and stirred—no shaking, so it stays smoother and less aerated.

Yes, totally customizable! Swap the standard 2% milk for oatmilk, almondmilk, soymilk, coconutmilk, whole milk, or any available non-dairy option. Non-dairy milks might make the foam a bit lighter or different in texture, but it still turns out delicious and frothy.

The classic Iced Shaken Espresso uses Signature Espresso Roast for that rich, bold flavor. But you can easily request Blonde Espresso instead—it’s smoother, slightly sweeter, and has a touch more caffeine if you’re craving that extra lift.

It’s lightly sweetened with just a few pumps of classic syrup (usually 4 in a Grande for subtle sweetness). If you want it less sweet, ask for fewer pumps, no syrup, or switch to a sugar-free syrup alternative—super easy customization!

That gorgeous frothy layer comes straight from the shaking process! Shaking the hot espresso shots with ice and syrup aerates the liquid, creating a natural, velvety foam that gives the drink its unique texture—unlike the steamed milk foam in lattes.

A Grande (16 oz) Iced Shaken Espresso has about 225 mg of caffeine—thanks to those extra espresso shots—making it one of the stronger iced options on the menu (comparable to a Venti brewed coffee or more than a standard Grande latte). Great for a solid caffeine boost without going overboard!

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