Caffeine in McDonald’s Mocha Frappe

McDonald's Mocha Frappe

125 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 Mocha Frappe is a delightful blend of rich, dark coffee, sweet mocha flavor, and creamy milk. This chilled beverage is perfect for those who love their coffee cold and with an extra kick of chocolatey goodness.

This drink from the famous fast-food chain offers a refreshing twist to your regular cup of joe. It's topped off with whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup for that ultimate indulgence. Whether you need a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat, the McDonald's Mocha Frappe can surely satisfy your cravings.

The McDonald's Mocha Frappe is available in three sizes,

  • Small (12 fl oz.), 100 mg caffeine, 430 calories
  • Medium (16 fl oz.), 125 mg caffeine, 430 calories
  • Small (20 fl oz.), 180 mg caffeine, 430 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 Mocha Frappe is considered Medium (125 mg) for Medium size.

This equals 7.8 mg of caffeine per fl oz.

The table below compares McDonald's Mocha Frappe against other popular caffeinated drinks.

Drink NameServing SizeCaffeine AmountCaffeine / fl. oz
McDonald's Mocha FrappeMedium ( fl. oz)125 mg7.8
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 Mocha Frappe contains g sugar in a fl oz. ( ml) can. This equals teaspoons of sugar.

The table below compares McDonald's Mocha Frappe against other popular drinks.

Drink NameServing SizeSugarSugar (Teaspoon)
McDonald's Mocha Frappe1 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

Milk, Soy, Ice, Mocha Coffee Frappe Base [Cream, Water, Skim Milk, Sugar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Coffee Extract, Milk, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Mono & Diglycerides, Guar Gum, Potassium Citrate, Disodium Phosphate, Carrageenan, Locust Bean Gum, Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1], Whipped Light Cream [Cream, Nonfat Milk, Milk, Liquid Sugar, Contains 2% Or Less: Mono And Diglycerides, Natural Flavors, Carrageenan. Whipping Propellant (Nitrous Oxide)], Chocolate Drizzle [Corn Syrup, Dextrose, Water, Sugar, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Modified Food Starch, Nonfat Milk, Natural Flavors, Salt, Gellan Gum, Disodium Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Soy Lecithin]

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