Caffeine in McDonald’s French Vanilla Latte

McDonald's French Vanilla Latte

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 French Vanilla Latte is a delightful beverage that offers the perfect blend of smoothness and sweetness. This drink, available at all McDonald's outlets, is part of their McCafé range which aims to bring café-quality coffee right into the fast-food chain.

This latte combines freshly brewed espresso with steamed whole or nonfat milk and is infused with rich French vanilla flavor. It can be enjoyed hot or iced depending on your preference. The creamy texture and aromatic scent make it an ideal choice for coffee lovers seeking a touch of indulgence in their daily brew.

The McDonald's French Vanilla Latte is available in three sizes,

  • Small (12 fl oz.), 71 mg caffeine, 250 calories
  • Medium (16 fl oz.), 142 mg caffeine, 250 calories
  • Small (20 fl oz.), 178 mg caffeine, 250 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 French Vanilla Latte is considered Medium (142 mg) for Medium size.

This equals 8.9 mg of caffeine per fl oz.

The table below compares McDonald's French Vanilla Latte against other popular caffeinated drinks.

Drink NameServing SizeCaffeine AmountCaffeine / fl. oz
McDonald's French Vanilla LatteMedium ( fl. oz)142 mg8.9
Starbucks AmericanoGrande (16 fl. oz)225 mg14.1
Starbucks Coffee FrappuccinoGrande (16 fl. oz)95 mg5.9
Red Bull Original1 can (8.4 fl. oz)80 mg9.5
Monster Energy Original1 can (16 fl. oz)160 mg10
Coke Original1 can (12 fl. oz)34 mg2.8
Pepsi Classic1 can (12 fl. oz)38 mg3.2

Is it high in sugar?

The McDonald's French Vanilla Latte contains g sugar in a fl oz. ( ml) can. This equals teaspoons of sugar.

The table below compares McDonald's French Vanilla Latte against other popular drinks.

Drink NameServing SizeSugarSugar (Teaspoon)
McDonald's French Vanilla Latte1 can ( fl. oz) g
Starbucks Coffee FrappuccinoGrande (16 fl. oz)45 g11.3
Red Bull Original1 can (8.4 fl. oz)27 g7
Monster Energy Original1 can (16 fl. oz)28 g7
Coke Original1 can (12 fl. oz)65 g16.3
Pepsi Classic1 can (12 fl. oz)41 g10.3

Ingredients List

Espresso, Water, Whole Milk, French Vanilla Syrup [Sugar, Water, Corn Syrup, Glycerin, Contains 2% Or Less: Natural Flavor, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Citric Acid, Caramel Color]

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