If you are a fan of green tea or matcha, you’ll want to check out this list of the Best Green Tea and Matcha Drinks at Starbucks. Find hot drinks or iced drinks so you’ll always get what you want. 

a Starbucks cup sleeve on a table.

Starbucks Matcha Drinks

To all my green tea lovers out there, this list is for you! While Starbucks is known for their coffee, you don’t have to feel left out on your next visit.

With several dedicated green tea and matcha drinks, Starbucks has you covered. There are several signature green tea and matcha hot drinks as well as iced drinks, and several ways to customize your order so you get exactly what you want.

Green tea is also on my list of the best teas for migraines.

Best Green Tea & Matcha Drinks at Starbucks

Here are the best Starbucks matcha drinks, along with green tea options. These should be available on almost every Starbucks menu.

  • Emperor’s Cloud & Mist
  •  Jade Citrus Mint Brewed Tea
  • Honey Citrus Mint Tea 
  • Matcha Green Tea Latte 
  • Iced Green Tea Lemonade
  • Iced Peach Green Tea
  • Iced Peach Green Tea Lemonade
  • Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte
  • Iced Matcha Lemonade
  • Matcha Green Tea Crème Frappuccino

See the expanded descriptions below including the caffeine content of each one, plus ideas on ordering options for dairy-free and lower-sugar alternatives.

1. Emperor’s Cloud & Mist 

This green tea has a gentle earthy flavor that balances into a slightly sweet finish – perfect as-is or with the slightest bit of honey!

A 16-ounce cup has 16 mg of caffeine, which is just enough to perk you up in the morning without sending you into a jittery overdrive. 

2. Jade Citrus Mint Brewed Tea 

This flavorful green tea is an infusion of flavors with lemon verbena, lemongrass, and a hint of spearmint mingle. This blend has a bright, refreshing flavor that is comforting and encouraging.

A 16-ounce cup has 40 mg of caffeine, for a slightly bigger boost of energy.

3. Honey Citrus Mint Tea 

The honey citrus mint tea is a mix of steamed lemonade, infused with the Jade Citrus Mint green tea and Peach Tranquility tea, and a little honey.

This is fondly known as the “Medicine Ball” among many customers and has a cozy, comforting taste. It has a thicker viscosity thanks to the lemonade and coats your throat in a way that will warm you up from the inside out and soothe your soul.

A 16-ounce cup has 16 mg of caffeine. Just a note, there are 30 mg of sugar per 16 ounces, so you can ask for less honey if you’d like something a little less sweet.

a glass of Honey Citrus Mint Tea.

4. Matcha Green Tea Latte 

The Starbuck’s Matcha Green Tea Latte is a blend of green tea powder, sugar, and milk. This creates a creamy, luscious, and slightly sweetened matcha latte that is great for matcha lovers.

You can make this green tea matcha dairy-free by ordering this drink with your preferred non-dairy beverage.

However, the matcha blend has sugar pre-mixed in, so you can not order this unsweetened. For an unsweetened substitute, ask for the Emperor’s Cloud & Mist with your preferred milk added to it, steamed. 

5. Iced Green Tea

My personal summer favorite is an iced green tea.

It’s crisp and refreshing without too much of a jolt. The iced Jade Citrus Mint iced green tea is a great afternoon boost when you want to brighten up your mood!

A 16-ounce cup has 25 mg of caffeine. You can add your preferred sweetener to add just a touch of sweetness to balance out the crisp, cold flavor.

6. Iced Green Tea Lemonade

The iced green tea lemonade is an infusion of the Jade Citrus Mint green tea and lemonade, shaken over ice.

This is a summertime favorite because of the crisp, tanginess that is so refreshing. It’s a great way to start your morning, especially on a hot day, or to bring a little life to your lunch break!

A 16-ounce cup has 25 mg of caffeine. This is dairy-free but not sugar-free. For a less sugary alternative, you could order the iced green tea and add a squeeze of fresh lemon.

7. Iced Peach Green Tea

This slightly sweet green tea has a fruity flavor. An infusion of Jade Citrus Mint tea with a peach-flavored juice mixed in gives the iced peach green tea a robust fruity flavor that reminds me of long summer days.

A 16-ounce cup has 25 mg of caffeine.

an Iced Peach Green Tea in a plastic cup.

8. Iced Peach Green Tea Lemonade

Want something a little zingier? Try the iced peach green tea lemonade, which is the iced peach green tea mixed with lemonade and shaken with ice. It’s cold, bold, and deliciously fruity with a tanginess that keeps it from tasting too sweet.

A 16-ounce cup has 25 mg of caffeine.

9. Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte

The iced matcha green tea latte is a blend of green tea powder, hot water, sugar, and whole milk poured over ice. It’s bold and slightly sweet, and very refreshing. You can order this with any preferred milk alternative, but you cannot order it unsweetened.

The Starbucks matcha latte has 80 mg of caffeine for a 16-ounce cup. For a similar version, you can order the iced green tea and add a splash of your preferred milk alternative.

This is one of the best matcha drinks at Starbucks for your taste buds. It’s a delicious drink with a sweet flavor. The iced matcha tea latte is a very popular drink.

10. Iced Matcha Lemonade

If you want a unique version of a matcha latte, try this! The iced matcha lemonade is iced matcha green tea mixed with lemonade for a sweet, earthy, and tangy balance of flavors.

A 16-ounce cup has 80 mg of caffeine and 27 grams of added sugar.

11. Matcha Green Tea Crème Frappuccino

For the ultimate summertime sweet treat, try the matcha creme frappuccino from the Starbucks menu.

Starbucks blends milk, ice, matcha green tea powder, and their crème frappuccino and classic syrups and tops this frothy, creamy, icy beverage with whipped cream.

A 16-ounce serving has 70 mg of caffeine and 61 grams of sugar.

For a less sweet version, order this without the classic syrup and no whipped cream. For a dairy-free version, order it with your preferred milk alternative and omit the whipped cream.

a plastic cup of Matcha Green Tea crème Frappuccino with a green straw.

Bonus Matcha Drinks

Starbucks has additional matcha drinks at some locations. These include Iced Pineapple Matcha Drink (made with coconut milk beverage and pineapple ginger syrup) and Matcha Pink Drink.

Starbucks Matcha Drink FAQs

Can I get a matcha latte at Starbucks?

You can! They have both hot and iced matcha lattes as well as an iced matcha lemonade and an iced matcha green tea crème frappuccino for a unique twist on the matcha latte.

Just a note, Starbucks uses a matcha green tea blend that includes sugar, so you cannot order an unsweetened matcha latte.

Does Starbucks sell matcha powder?

No, Starbucks does not sell matcha powder to go at this time. 

Does matcha have health benefits?

There may be some health benefits to matcha, including helping with weight loss. The amino acid l-theanine in matcha and green tea may also help with increasing focus and reducing anxiety.

Conclusions

There is a green tea drink at Starbucks that suits everyone’s needs. From unsweetened to creamy, to fruit-forward, you can find a hot or iced green tea order that will quench your thirst and your palate.

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Note: this post is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for recommendations related to your individual situation.