McDonald's Caramel Macchiato
142 mg
in one Medium (16 fl oz.) serve.
Based on FDA’s 400 mg daily limit for adults, the caffeine level is,
Medium
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The McDonald's Caramel Macchiato is a delightful beverage that offers the perfect blend of rich espresso, creamy milk and sweet caramel flavor. This drink is part of McDonald's McCafe menu, which features a variety of high-quality coffee beverages.
Whether you're starting your day or looking for an afternoon pick-me-up, the Caramel Macchiato from McDonald's can provide just the right amount of sweetness and caffeine. It comes in both hot and iced versions, allowing you to enjoy it no matter what the weather may be like outside.
The McDonald's Caramel Macchiato is available in three sizes,
- Small (12 fl oz.), 71 mg caffeine, 260 calories
- Medium (16 fl oz.), 142 mg caffeine, 260 calories
- Small (20 fl oz.), 178 mg caffeine, 260 calories
Is it high in caffeine?
According to the FDA’s daily caffeine limit of 400 mg for adults, the caffeine level in McDonald's Caramel Macchiato is considered Medium (142 mg) for Medium size.
This equals 8.9 mg of caffeine per fl oz.
The table below compares McDonald's Caramel Macchiato against other popular caffeinated drinks.
| Drink Name | Serving Size | Caffeine Amount | Caffeine / fl. oz |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Caramel Macchiato | Medium ( fl. oz) | 142 mg | 8.9 |
| Starbucks Americano | Grande (16 fl. oz) | 225 mg | 14.1 |
| Starbucks Coffee Frappuccino | Grande (16 fl. oz) | 95 mg | 5.9 |
| Red Bull Original | 1 can (8.4 fl. oz) | 80 mg | 9.5 |
| Monster Energy Original | 1 can (16 fl. oz) | 160 mg | 10 |
| Coke Original | 1 can (12 fl. oz) | 34 mg | 2.8 |
| Pepsi Classic | 1 can (12 fl. oz) | 38 mg | 3.2 |
Is it high in sugar?
The McDonald's Caramel Macchiato contains g sugar in a fl oz. ( ml) can. This equals teaspoons of sugar.
The table below compares McDonald's Caramel Macchiato against other popular drinks.
| Drink Name | Serving Size | Sugar | Sugar (Teaspoon) |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Caramel Macchiato | 1 can ( fl. oz) | g | |
| Starbucks Coffee Frappuccino | Grande (16 fl. oz) | 45 g | 11.3 |
| Red Bull Original | 1 can (8.4 fl. oz) | 27 g | 7 |
| Monster Energy Original | 1 can (16 fl. oz) | 28 g | 7 |
| Coke Original | 1 can (12 fl. oz) | 65 g | 16.3 |
| Pepsi Classic | 1 can (12 fl. oz) | 41 g | 10.3 |
Ingredients List
Espresso, Water, Whole Milk, Caramel Syrup [Sugar, Sweetened Condensed Skim Milk (Milk, Sugar), Water, Corn Syrup, Natural Flavors, Brown Sugar, Propylene Glycol, Sea Salt, Disodium Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative)], Caramel Drizzle [Corn Syrup, Sweetened Condensed Milk (Milk, Sugar), Sugar, Water, Butter (Cream, Salt, Natural Flavor), Salt, Pectin, Disodium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, Caramel Color, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative)]Sources and References
- McDonald's Caramel Macchiato. Retrieved December 25, 2023, from https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/product/caramel-macchiato-small.html