Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Crème Frappuccino – Price, Calories & Full Review 2026

• Tall 12 fl oz
• Grande 16 fl oz
• Venti 24 fl oz

$5.45 – 270 Calories

$5.95 – 390 Calories

$6.75 – 480 Calories

Chocolate and peppermint blended into a frozen holiday treat, with no coffee. The Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino blends mocha sauce and peppermint syrup with milk, ice, and a creme base, then tops it with whipped cream and dark chocolate curls. At $5.95 and 390 calories for a Grande, it is the coffee-free version of the Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino.

Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino Quick Facts (2026)

What Is the Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino?

A coffee-free frozen drink built on the classic holiday pairing of chocolate and peppermint. Mocha sauce and peppermint syrup are blended with whole milk, ice, and the Creme Frappuccino base, then finished with whipped cream and dark chocolate curls. It has the same flavor build as the Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino, minus the Frappuccino Roast coffee.

It sits on the Frappuccino menu during the holiday season next to the Sugar Cookie Creme Frappuccino and Caramel Brulee Creme Frappuccino. Because there is no coffee, it is a popular pick for kids and for anyone who wants a holiday drink late in the day.

Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino Price 2026 (All Sizes)

What Affects Pricing?

• Peppermint syrup is a seasonal holiday ingredient
• Whipped cream and dark chocolate curls are included in the price
• Milk swaps to oatmilk, almondmilk, or soymilk are free
• Adding an espresso shot costs about $1.25 and adds coffee and caffeine
• Prices vary slightly by city and state

Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino Calories by Size

Most of the calories come from the mocha sauce, the creme base, whole milk, and whipped cream. Skipping the whipped cream saves roughly 80 to 110 calories, and switching to nonfat milk trims a little more.

Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino Nutrition Facts (Grande)

Values are approximate and based on the standard recipe with whole milk and whipped cream.

Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino Caffeine Content

There is no coffee in this drink, but it is not fully caffeine-free. Mocha sauce is made with cocoa, which contains a small amount of natural caffeine. A Grande has about as much as a small piece of dark chocolate, far below the roughly 95 mg in the coffee-based Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino.

Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino Ingredients

Core Ingredients

• Creme Frappuccino syrup (base)
• Mocha sauce
• Peppermint syrup
• Whole milk (default)
• Ice
• Whipped cream
• Dark chocolate curls

Allergen Information

Contains MILK from whole milk and whipped cream. The dark chocolate curls may contain soy and milk. Swapping to a plant milk and skipping the whipped cream and curls makes it much closer to dairy-free, since the mocha sauce and peppermint syrup do not contain dairy. Ask your barista about cross-contact if you have a severe allergy.

Flavor Profile and Taste Review

It tastes like a frozen mint chocolate milkshake. The mocha sauce gives a rich, cocoa-forward base, and the peppermint cuts through it with a cool, candy-cane brightness. With no coffee bitterness in the background, the chocolate comes across sweeter and smoother than in the coffee version. The whipped cream softens each sip and the dark chocolate curls add a little snap of bittersweet chocolate on top.

Who Will Love It

• Mint chocolate fans who want a frozen holiday drink
• Kids and teens who want a festive drink without coffee
• Anyone who wants holiday flavor in the afternoon or evening
• People who find coffee Frappuccinos too bitter

Who Might Not Like It

• Coffee lovers who want a caffeine boost
• People who find peppermint overpowering
• Calorie-conscious drinkers (390 calories for a Grande)
• Anyone avoiding all caffeine, since cocoa adds a small amount

How to Order the Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino at Starbucks

1. Say your size: Tall, Grande, or Venti
2. Say “Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino”
3. Whipped cream and chocolate curls are added automatically
4. Mention any milk swap or syrup changes

Popular Customizations

• No whipped cream: Cuts roughly 80 to 110 calories
• Add java chips, blended chocolate chips for a mint chocolate chip texture
• Half the peppermint, for a softer mint flavor that lets the chocolate lead
• Oatmilk swap, a creamy, dairy-free base at no extra charge
• Add an espresso shot, turning it into a coffee drink with a caffeine kick

Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino vs Other Holiday Frappuccinos

If you want the same flavor with a caffeine boost, order the Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino instead. For a sweeter, creamier take on peppermint, try the Peppermint White Chocolate Creme Frappuccino.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino have coffee?

No. Creme Frappuccinos are made with a creme base instead of Frappuccino Roast coffee. The only caffeine comes from the cocoa in the mocha sauce, about 15 mg in a Grande.

Is the Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino seasonal?

Yes. It is part of the Starbucks holiday menu, which usually launches in early November and runs through early January or until peppermint syrup runs out.

Is the Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino good for kids?

It is one of the better holiday options for kids because it has no coffee. It does have a small amount of caffeine from chocolate, similar to a chocolate bar, so keep that in mind for younger children.

What is the difference between the Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino and the Creme version?

Both use mocha sauce, peppermint syrup, whipped cream, and chocolate curls. The regular Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino adds Frappuccino Roast coffee for about 95 mg of caffeine in a Grande, while the Creme version uses a coffee-free base.

Can I make the Peppermint Mocha Creme Frappuccino dairy-free?

Mostly. Swap to oatmilk, almondmilk, or soymilk and skip the whipped cream and chocolate curls. The mocha sauce and peppermint syrup do not contain dairy, but cross-contact with milk is possible in the blender.