The Starbucks Pink Drink went from a "secret menu" sensation to one of the most popular permanent items on the Starbucks menu. Pink Drink fans love its creamy, fruity, and refreshing taste.
But before you order, you probably have a few questions: What's in it? Does the Pink Drink have caffeine? Is it healthy? And how much is a Pink Drink at Starbucks?
This 2025 guide breaks down the complete Starbucks Pink Drink nutrition facts, ingredients, price, and caffeine content for every size.
Here are the quick facts for a standard 16 oz (Grande) Pink Drink.
140 kcal
Calories
45 mg
Caffeine
25 g
Sugar
~$5.45
Price (Est. 2025)
So, what is the Pink Drink actually made of? The official ingredients are simple and layered.
The base of this refreshing drink
This is the same base used in the Strawberry Açaí Refresher. It's a mix of water, sugar, white grape juice concentrate, and green coffee extract.
This is what gives the Pink Drink its creamy texture and pastel pink color. Starbucks uses its sweetened, proprietary brand of coconut milk.
These are added for fruit flavor and texture.
The Pink Drink is often seen as a "light" alternative to Frappuccinos, but it's important to look at the nutrition, especially the sugar content. The calories and sugar come almost entirely from the Strawberry Açaí Base and the sweetened coconut milk.
Here is the full nutrition breakdown by size.
| Size | Ounces | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tall | 12 oz | 110 | 2g | 21g | 19g |
| Grande | 16 oz | 140 | 2.5g | 28g | 25g |
| Venti | 24 oz | 210 | 4g | 42g | 38g |
| Trenta | 30 oz | 270 | 5g | 55g | 49g |
Key Takeaway: While 140 calories for a Grande is reasonable, the 25g of sugar is significant. This is more of a sweet treat than a "health drink."
Yes, the Pink Drink does have caffeine.
But it's not a lot.
The caffeine in the Pink Drink comes from the green coffee extract in the Strawberry Açaí Base. This is not brewed coffee, so the caffeine content is much lower than a latte or cold brew.
| Size | Ounces | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|
| Tall | 12 oz | 35 mg |
| Grande | 16 oz | 45 mg |
| Venti | 24 oz | 70 mg |
| Trenta | 30 oz | 90 mg |
For comparison:
So, yes, the Pink Drink has caffeine, but it's only about 1/3 the amount of a typical iced coffee.
The exact price can vary by location, but as of 2025, here are the estimated prices.
| Size | Ounces | Price (Est. 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Tall | 12 oz | ~$4.95 |
| Grande | 16 oz | ~$5.45 |
| Venti | 24 oz | ~$5.95 |
| Trenta | 30 oz | ~$6.45 |
Pro Tip: The Pink Drink is classified as a "Refresher" on the menu, so it follows Refresher pricing.
This depends on your definition of "healthy." Let's break it down.
The Verdict: The Pink Drink is a better choice than most Frappuccinos, but it's still a sugary treat. If you're looking for a true "light" option, consider asking for "light base" or "light ice" to reduce sugar content.
If you want to enjoy a Pink Drink but cut down on calories and sugar, here are a few ordering hacks.
Request "light Strawberry Açaí base" to cut the sugar and calories by about 30-40%. The drink will still be pink and fruity, just less sweet.
Saves ~40-50 calories
Unfortunately, Starbucks does not offer a sugar-free version of the Strawberry Açaí Base. However, you can ask for unsweetened coconut milk from the carton (instead of the sweetened version).
Saves ~20 calories
This doesn't reduce calories, but it adds more fruit flavor without adding much sugar.
Minimal calorie impact
Ask for: Sugar-free vanilla syrup, heavy cream (instead of coconut milk), and no base (just passion tea).
Ask to add a scoop of vanilla protein powder. This boosts the protein content significantly.
Ask for half coconut milk, half heavy cream for a richer, creamier texture.
Ask for Passion Tango tea as the base instead of Strawberry Açaí for a more tart flavor.
140 kcal (lighter than most Frappuccinos)
45 mg (about 1/3 of a typical iced coffee)
25g (significant, but lower than many other sweet drinks)
~$5.45 USD (varies by location)
Yes, made with coconut milk
A refreshing, fruity treat with light caffeine
Bottom Line: The Pink Drink is a fun, refreshing choice that's lighter than most blended drinks but still contains a fair amount of sugar. Want to customize it further? Use our calculator to see how your tweaks affect the nutrition.