Finding low-calorie Starbucks drinks that actually taste good can feel impossible. It's easy to accidentally order a drink that has more sugar than a can of soda.
But a coffee run doesn't have to derail your health goals or break your calorie deficit.
This is your 2025 guide to hacking the menu. We've organized the best low-calorie Starbucks coffee, teas, and cold drinks into simple, scannable lists. And for any drink not on this list? We'll show you how to build it yourself with our Starbucks Nutrition Calculator.
(Under 10 Calories)
These are the absolute best lowest calorie Starbucks drinks. They are the perfect starting point for any custom, healthy drink. (All are for a Grande size).
Whether it's Pike Place®, Blonde Roast, or a Dark Roast, a simple black coffee is the cleanest, healthiest caffeine boost you can get.
Rich espresso shots topped with hot or cold water. It has the same bold flavor as black coffee but with a lighter body.
A refreshing, zero-calorie iced Starbucks drink. You can ask for it with or without lemonade (which adds ~50 calories and sugar).
Packed with antioxidants and 0 calories, this is one of the healthiest low-calorie Starbucks drinks you can order.
A vibrant, caffeine-free herbal tea with notes of hibiscus and apple. Perfect for a refreshing afternoon drink.
The rich, flavorful base of every latte and macchiato, an espresso shot on its own is a fast, zero-sugar, low-calorie jolt.
(Under 75 Calories)
This list includes low-calorie hot Starbucks drinks and iced options that feel like a treat, without the high-calorie cost. (All are for a Tall size).
Smooth, velvety, and naturally sweet—no sugar needed. The nitrogen infusion gives it a creamy texture without adding milk or calories.
A smooth, less acidic coffee that's perfect on its own. Skip the classic syrup to keep it at 5 calories.
A rich, espresso-forward drink that feels indulgent. Swap regular milk for almond milk to cut ~50 calories.
Half brewed coffee, half steamed milk. It's lighter than a latte but still creamy and comforting.
Made with sugar-free vanilla syrup and nonfat milk. A classic, creamy latte without the calorie guilt.
(Under 150 Calories)
These are low-calorie cold Starbucks drinks that still have flavor and personality. Perfect for when you want something sweet and refreshing but not over the top. (All are for a Grande size).
One of the most popular drinks on the menu—and surprisingly low-calorie. It's lightly sweet, creamy, and packed with caffeine.
Swap whole milk for almond milk to cut calories in half. Still creamy, still delicious.
Ask for half the pumps of vanilla syrup (1 pump for Grande) and use nonfat milk. You still get sweetness without the calorie spike.
Made with sugar-free mocha sauce and nonfat milk. It's chocolatey and satisfying without the sugar crash.
Skip the lemonade to save ~30 calories. Still fruity, refreshing, and naturally caffeinated.
Vibrant, tropical, and under 100 calories. Just water and fruit.
These simple hacks work for almost any drink on the menu.
Almond milk saves ~50 calories vs. 2% milk. Nonfat milk saves ~40 calories.
Ask for half the pumps (or just 1-2 pumps) to slash sugar and calories without losing sweetness.
Instantly saves 50-100 calories. You won't miss it on most drinks.
Vanilla, Cinnamon Dolce, and Mocha all come in sugar-free versions with 0 calories.
These aren't on the menu board, but baristas know them well.
Add "skinny" to any latte or macchiato to automatically get nonfat milk and sugar-free syrup.
Example: "Skinny Vanilla Latte" = Nonfat milk + sugar-free vanilla
Ask for light ice to get more of the drink (and less water dilution) without adding calories.
Example: "Strawberry Açaí Refresher, light ice, no lemonade"
Order a Tall drink in a Grande cup filled with ice. It looks bigger, lasts longer, and costs less.
Example: "Tall Iced Coffee with almond milk, in a Grande cup"
Ask for an Americano with just a splash of your preferred milk. It's creamy but under 20 calories.
Example: "Grande Iced Americano with a splash of oat milk"
The lowest calorie drinks at Starbucks are unsweetened iced teas (Black, Green, Passion Tango), which have 0 calories. Brewed coffee (hot or iced) and Caffè Americanos are also under 15 calories.
Unfortunately, no. Even the smallest Frappuccino (Tall) starts around 200+ calories due to the blended ice, milk, and syrups. However, you can order a "Light" version of some Frappuccinos to cut calories by ~30-40%.
Almond milk has the fewest calories (around 60 calories per cup), followed by nonfat milk (90 calories). Coconut milk is in the middle at ~80 calories, while oat milk and whole milk are the highest.
Yes! Sugar-free vanilla, cinnamon dolce, and mocha syrups all have 0 calories and 0 sugar. They use sugar substitutes like sucralose (Splenda), so they still taste sweet without the calorie hit.
Sort of. A Grande Refresher without lemonade is around 90 calories, which is relatively low compared to sweetened lattes or Frappuccinos. But they do contain natural fruit sugars, so they're not zero-calorie like tea or black coffee.