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Starbucks Caffè Mocha: calories, sugar, caffeine and salt
A Semi-skimmed milk, Grande of Starbucks Caffè Mocha contains 281 kcal, 30.1g of sugar (7.5 teaspoons) and 113.4mg of caffeine. It is classified as NOVA 4 under the NOVA food processing classification system.
Dietary: Vegetarian | Allergens: Milk
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NHS guidance: max 200mg/day in pregnancy
Nutrition by serving: calories, sugar and salt
Nutrition by serving: Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Serving
Calories
Salt
Sugar
= teaspoons
Protein
Semi-skimmed milk (Grande)
281 kcal
0.26g
30.1g
7.5 tsp
10.9g
Whole milk (Grande)
316 kcal
0.25g
29.9g
7.5 tsp
10.7g
Skimmed milk (Grande)
254 kcal
0.26g
30.3g
7.6 tsp
10.9g
Oat milk (Grande)
301 kcal
0.3g
26.8g
6.7 tsp
5g
Almond milk (Grande)
230 kcal
0.18g
25.2g
6.3 tsp
4.3g
Soya milk (Grande)
265 kcal
0.21g
25.1g
6.3 tsp
10.3g
Coconut milk (Grande)
246 kcal
0.21g
26.9g
6.7 tsp
6.5g
Salt amber above 20% of 6g adult daily limit, red above 75%. Sugar in teaspoons at 4g each.
Sugar in Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Starbucks Caffè Mocha contains 30.1g of sugar per Semi-skimmed milk, Grande (7.5 teaspoons). Sugar level: High. The table below shows how this compares to daily free sugar limits across all age groups.
Sugar by portion: Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Portion
Adult (female) 30g
Adult (male) 30g
Age 11 to 17 30g
Age 7 to 10 24g
Age 4 to 6 19g
Semi-skimmed milk, Grande
30.1g 100%
30.1g 100%
30.1g 100%
30.1g 125%
30.1g 158%
Teaspoons
7.5 tsp
Percentage shown is % of daily reference intake for each age group.
Salt in Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Starbucks Caffè Mocha contains 0.26g of salt per Semi-skimmed milk, Grande. Salt level: Low. The table below shows how this compares to daily salt limits for adults and children.
Salt by portion: Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Portion
Adult (female) 6g
Adult (male) 6g
Age 11 to 17 6g
Age 7 to 10 5g
Age 4 to 6 3g
Semi-skimmed milk, Grande
0.26g 4%
0.26g 4%
0.26g 4%
0.26g 5%
0.26g 9%
Percentage shown is % of daily reference intake for each age group.
Calories in Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Calories by portion: Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Portion
Adult (female) 2000 kcal
Adult (male) 2500 kcal
Age 11 to 17 1936 kcal
Age 7 to 10 1553 kcal
Age 4 to 6 1291 kcal
Semi-skimmed milk, Grande
281 kcal 14%
281 kcal 11%
281 kcal 15%
281 kcal 18%
281 kcal 22%
Percentage shown is % of daily reference intake for each age group.
Saturated fat in Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Saturated fat by portion: Starbucks Caffè Mocha
Portion
Adult (female) 20g
Adult (male) 30g
Age 11 to 17 20g
Age 7 to 10 18g
Age 4 to 6 16g
Semi-skimmed milk, Grande
7.5g 38%
7.5g 25%
7.5g 38%
7.5g 42%
7.5g 47%
Percentage shown is % of daily reference intake for each age group.
UPF classification: is Starbucks Caffè Mocha ultra-processed?
NOVA 4: ultra-processed food
Contains mocha sauce (cocoa powder, vanilla extract) and whipped cream with emulsifiers and carrageenan — ultra-processed additives.
The NOVA classification system groups foods by the extent and purpose of processing. NOVA 4 covers products containing industrial additives not typically used in home cooking.
Starbucks prepares beverages and food in stores where all 14 major allergens are present. Cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed. Always tell your barista if you have a severe allergy.
Frequently asked questions
A Semi-skimmed milk, Grande of Starbucks Caffè Mocha contains 281 kcal — 14% of the adult 2,000 kcal daily reference intake. Calories vary with milk choice — use the calculator above for your exact combination.
A Semi-skimmed milk, Grande contains 30.1g of sugar — 7.5 teaspoons. This single drink meets or exceeds the adult free sugar limit of 30g per day. The NHS free sugar limit is 30g per day for adults, 24g for children aged 7 to 10, and 19g for children aged 4 to 6.
A Semi-skimmed milk, Grande contains 0.26g of salt. This drink is relatively low in salt at 4% of the adult daily limit.
Caffè Mocha contains approximately 113.4mg of caffeine. The NHS recommends a maximum of 400mg per day for most adults, and 200mg per day during pregnancy.
Caffè Mocha is suitable for vegetarians. Choose oat, soya or another plant-based milk to make it vegan.
Caffè Mocha contains: Milk. Starbucks prepares beverages and food in stores where all 14 major allergens are present. Cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed. Always tell your barista if you have a severe allergy.
Caffè Mocha is classified as NOVA 4. Contains mocha sauce (cocoa powder, vanilla extract) and whipped cream with emulsifiers and carrageenan — ultra-processed additives.
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Source: Source: Starbucks UK official nutrition information (starbucks.co.uk, 2026). NOVA classification from ingredient list at time of writing. For guidance only, not medical advice.
