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It’s true, while prices for things like groceries have gone up over the last few years, life’s little joys like Starbucks have also had price increases since this time in 2022.
If you’re looking for ways to save at Starbucks, we’ve got lots of tips to help you avoid paying the full prices. (One of the easiest ways to cut costs is by downloading the Starbucks app on iOS or Android. Then join the Starbucks Rewards program. The more you spend, the more stars you’ll earn. Stars equal free items.)
Are you swinging through the Starbucks drive-thru soon? We did the math, so there shouldn’t be any big surprises when you order. Here are the Starbucks Grande prices you can expect to pay for your favorite drinks in 2023. (Note: prices may vary by region and store.)
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How much is a Grande at Starbucks?
In 2023 the price of a Grande at Starbucks will run you about $2.95 (16 ounces). Here are the prices for other sizes (for Dark Roast coffee):
- Short (8 oz): $2.55
- Tall (12 oz): $2.65
- Venti (20 oz): $3.25
Overall you’ll pay about $2.85 for a cup of Dark Roast at Starbucks. Which size is the best for your money? The Venti at $0.16 an ounce.
Note: There’s also a Trenta size that’s 31 ounces, but it’s only available for cold drinks.
Hot coffee prices at Starbucks average $4.98.
As a group, hot coffee prices at Starbucks are about $5. More specifically, here’s how it shakes out:
Cappuccinos
The Signature Espresso Roast Cappuccino Grande, made with 2% steamed hot, regular foam, and two shots of Espresso, costs $1.90 more than a Medium Roast Grande at Starbucks. The average price for all four sizes of Cappuccinos at Starbucks is $4.47.
Lattes
Prefer a latte? At Starbucks, you’ll have to shell out around $5.27 for a Blond Vanilla. Here are the deets for a $5.45 Grande:
- Blond Espresso Roast
- 2% Steamed hot, milk foam
- 2 shots Espresso
- 4 pumps Vanilla Syrup
Caramel Macchiatos
On average, Starbucks Caramel Macchiatos cost $5.17, with a Grande running $5.45. On the other hand, a White Chocolate Mocha cost about $5.35.
Related: Check out these Starbucks hacks from a barista that can save you big bucks.
Starbucks prices for Frappuccinos hover around $6.
Starbucks Frappuccinos come in three sizes: Tall, Grande, and Venti. You’ll pay about $5.95 for a Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino Grande, whereas a White Chocolate Creme Frappuccino Grande runs $5.75. We’re blaming the $0.20 difference on the extra two pumps of dark caramel sauce.
Prefer the Grande Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino? It’ll cost you about $5.95.
Hot Chocolate averages $3.94.
With only two hot chocolate options at Starbucks, figuring out the average price was pretty simple. The average price for a Hot Chocolate is $3.53, while the average for a White Hot Chocolate is $4.35.
Our calculations showed the “adult” short size was $4.15 or $0.80 more than the kid White Hot Chocolate at $3.35. Here’s the krazy part: they both are eight ounces, and they have identical customizations and calorie counts. So next time, order the kid size if you want to save almost a buck!
Cold coffees cost about $4.50.
Here’s the price you’ll pay for Starbucks cold coffee grande:
- Nitro Cold Brew $5.25
- Starbucks Cold Brew $4.45
- Iced Caffe Americano $3.85
- Ice Shaken Espresso $4.25
- Iced Cafe Latte $4.85
Hot and Iced Tea average around $4.70.
Teas at Starbucks, whether hot or cold, are some of the cheapest drinks you can get. Here’s what they’ll charge you for a grande:
- Chai Tea $3.45
- Chai Tea Latte $5.35
- Matcha Tea Latte $5.35
- Iced Matcha Tea Latte $5.35
- Iced Black Tea $3.45
- Iced Chai Tea Latte $5.35
Add a pump of cold foam to your ice tea and the price goes up $1.25. If you don’t want to pay around $6.50, you could always save money when you buy a Keurig and make your own Starbucks drinks and cold foam at home.
Prices for Starbucks Cold Drinks average $4.80.
The price for a Dragon Drink Grande or Pink Drink Grande is $4.95. You’ll pay a little less for the Strawberry Acai Starbucks Refresher Grande which is about $4.45. If these Starbucks cold refreshers got you thinking about warmer weather, check out Starbucks summer drinks.
