Caffeine in McDonald’s Iced Caramel Latte

McDonald's Iced Caramel 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 Iced Caramel Latte is a delightful blend of rich espresso, milk and sweet caramel flavor. This refreshing beverage offers the perfect balance between creamy and cool, making it an ideal choice for those hot summer days or when you're simply in need of a delicious pick-me-up.

Served over ice to maintain its chilled temperature, this latte from McDonald's provides a smooth and satisfying taste that coffee lovers will surely appreciate. The added touch of caramel gives it an extra layer of sweetness that complements the robustness of the espresso perfectly. Whether you're starting your day or needing an afternoon boost, the Iced Caramel Latte is sure to hit the spot.

The McDonald's Iced Caramel Latte is available in three sizes,

  • Small (12 fl oz.), 71 mg caffeine, 180 calories
  • Medium (16 fl oz.), 142 mg caffeine, 180 calories
  • Small (20 fl oz.), 178 mg caffeine, 180 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 Iced Caramel 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 Iced Caramel Latte against other popular caffeinated drinks.

Drink NameServing SizeCaffeine AmountCaffeine / fl. oz
McDonald's Iced Caramel 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 Iced Caramel Latte contains g sugar in a fl oz. ( ml) can. This equals teaspoons of sugar.

The table below compares McDonald's Iced Caramel Latte against other popular drinks.

Drink NameServing SizeSugarSugar (Teaspoon)
McDonald's Iced Caramel 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, Whole Milk, Water, Ice, 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)]

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