There’s something about the Starbucks Peppermint Hot Chocolate that just feels like the holidays in a cup. With rich mocha sauce, a touch of peppermint syrup, and perfectly steamed milk, it’s the kind of drink that warms you up from the inside out. Topped with whipped cream and dark chocolate curls, it’s a cozy winter treat you’ll want to sip all season long.
If you’ve ever tried the Peppermint White Hot Chocolate and loved its creamy sweetness, this version brings the same refreshing peppermint touch but with a deeper, chocolatey twist.
| Size | Price | Calories |
| Kids | $3.25 | 230 |
| Short | $3.95 | 230 |
| Tall | $4.05 | 330 |
| Grande | $4.65 | 440 |
| Venti | $4.75 | 530 |
Nutritional Information
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the nutritional information for each size of the Peppermint Hot Chocolate:
Kids (8 fl oz)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
| Calories | 230 | – |
| Calories from Fat | 80 | – |
| Total Fat | 9 g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | – |
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 31 g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Sugars | 28 g | – |
| Protein | 6 g | – |
| Caffeine | 15 mg | – |
Short (8 fl oz)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
| Calories | 230 | – |
| Calories from Fat | 80 | – |
| Total Fat | 9 g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | – |
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 31 g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Sugars | 28 g | – |
| Protein | 6 g | – |
| Caffeine | 15 mg | – |
Tall (12 fl oz)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
| Calories | 330 | – |
| Calories from Fat | 110 | – |
| Total Fat | 12 g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 8 g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | – |
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 105 mg | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 46 g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 10% |
| Sugars | 41 g | – |
| Protein | 9 g | – |
| Caffeine | 20 mg | – |
Grande (16 fl oz)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
| Calories | 440 | – |
| Calories from Fat | 140 | – |
| Total Fat | 16 g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 10 g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | – |
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 6% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 62 g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Sugars | 56 g | – |
| Protein | 13 g | – |
| Caffeine | 25 mg | – |
Venti (20 fl)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
| Calories | 530 | – |
| Calories from Fat | 160 | – |
| Total Fat | 18 g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 11 g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5 g | – |
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 190 mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 78 g | 28% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g | 17% |
| Sugars | 69 g | – |
| Protein | 16 g | – |
| Caffeine | 35 mg | – |
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Caffeine values are approximate.
Ingredients
The Starbucks Peppermint Hot Chocolate contains the following ingredients:
- Milk
- Mocha Sauce: water, sugar, cocoa processed with alkali, natural flavor
- Peppermint Syrup: sugar, water, natural flavor, sodium benzoate, citric acid
- Whipped Cream: cream (cream, mono and diglycerides, carrageenan), vanilla syrup (sugar, water, natural flavors, potassium sorbate, citric acid)
- Dark Chocolate Curls: sugar, chocolate mass (processed with alkali), cocoa butter, soy lecithin, vanilla extract, milk
Last Words
The Starbucks Peppermint Hot Chocolate is more than just a drink; it’s a comforting holiday favorite. With each sip, the creamy chocolate and refreshing peppermint create a special, uplifting taste. It’s warm and cozy, perfect for capturing the holiday spirit. Enjoy it on a cold day with your favorite treat, making it the ideal companion for winter outings or gift shopping.
