Caffè Americano Nutrition Guide
Estimated calories and macros for every size of Caffè Americano.
Espresso shots topped with hot water creating a light layer of crema. This espresso item is listed on Starbuck Calculator so you can review estimated nutrition before ordering. A grande serving is estimated at about 15 calories, with roughly 1g protein and 0g sugar.
Estimated nutrition by size
| Size | Volume | Calories | Protein | Sugar | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short | 8 fl oz | 5 | 0.5g | 0g | 75mg |
| Tall | 12 fl oz | 10 | 1g | 0g | 150mg |
| Grande | 16 fl oz | 15 | 1g | 0g | 225mg |
| Venti | 20 fl oz | 15 | 1g | 0g | 300mg |
Customization tips
- This drink has a relatively simple build—size is the main lever for calories and caffeine.
- Use our calorie calculator to model extra shots or splashes of milk.
Health & planning notes
- Caffeine is substantial; sensitive drinkers may want a smaller size or a later-morning cutoff.
- This is among the lighter Starbucks drink options by calories—good for minimal-energy sipping.
- All values on this page are estimates based on standard recipes published in public nutrition references.
Explore this drink
Sizes: Short · Tall · Grande · Venti
Nutrition facets: Nutrition focus · Protein focus · Sugar focus · Caffeine focus · Calories focus
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Browse drink collections or use the Starbucks calorie calculator to customize your order.
Frequently asked questions
A grande Caffè Americano is estimated at about 15 calories. Other sizes are listed in the nutrition table above. Values are estimates.
Yes. Milk swaps, fewer syrup pumps, no whip, and smaller sizes are the most reliable ways to lower calories. Use our calculator to model your exact order.
No. Starbuck Calculator is independent and not affiliated with Starbucks. We publish educational estimates; store-prepared drinks may differ.
A grande serving is estimated at about 225 mg caffeine. See the caffeine focus page for size-by-size detail.
Bottom line
Caffè Americano works well when you want espresso flavor with clear size choices. Start with the grande estimate of 15 calories, then adjust milk and sweeteners to match your goals—all numbers here are planning estimates, not official Starbucks labels.
Last updated: July 13, 2026. All nutrition values are estimates and this site is not affiliated with Starbucks Corporation.