Cappuccino
Bold espresso topped with a deep layer of foamed milk for a light, airy texture.
Starbucks Cappuccino Price & Calories
The Starbucks Cappuccino is priced at approximately $4.45 for a standard Grande size and contains around 120 Cal using a standard build. Prices and calories vary by store location, size, and customization — requesting sugar-free syrup or a non-dairy milk can lower the total calorie count.
Dietary Info
Vegetarian, Customizable Dairy.
How to Order the Cappuccino
To order a Starbucks Cappuccino, simply ask for it by name at the counter or drive-thru, or search for “Cappuccino” in the Starbucks app. Let the barista know your preferred size, milk choice, and any extra customizations such as more or less syrup, decaf, or added espresso shots. Not sure which size to pick? See our Starbucks size guide.
What Does the Cappuccino Taste Like?
A Cappuccino is the most coffee-forward of the classic milk drinks. You taste espresso first, then a cloud of thick, airy foam that gives the cup a light, almost dessert-like texture. Because there is less liquid milk than in a latte, the drink feels lighter in the mouth and the roasty flavor stays front and center.
What Is in the Cappuccino?
A cappuccino is espresso topped with a deep layer of foamed milk, with a smaller amount of steamed milk underneath. The foam is the defining feature: it is thicker and stiffer than the thin cap on a latte, and it keeps the drink hot for longer.
How to Customize the Cappuccino
- Ask for a wet cappuccino if you want more steamed milk and less foam, or a dry cappuccino if you want even more foam.
- Dust the top with cinnamon or cocoa powder from the condiment bar; it adds flavor without adding sweetener.
- Add an extra shot if you like a bolder, more traditional cappuccino taste.
- Try a sugar-free vanilla syrup for sweetness without a big jump in calories.
Cappuccino vs Flat White
A Flat White uses ristretto shots and silky microfoam, so it is denser, smoother and slightly sweeter. The Cappuccino is airier with a thick foam cap. If you want texture and lightness, choose the cappuccino; if you want a velvety, concentrated coffee flavor, choose the flat white.
On this site, the Cappuccino is listed at about $4.45 (120 Cal) and the Flat White at about $4.95 (170 Cal), so the Cappuccino costs about $0.50 less and has 50 fewer calories. Prices and calories vary by store and size. See the full Flat White page for details.
What to Order With the Cappuccino
Good matches on this menu include the Blueberry Muffin and the Butter Croissant.
Cappuccino FAQs
What is the difference between a cappuccino and a latte?
A cappuccino has more foam and less steamed milk, so it is lighter and more coffee-forward. A latte has more steamed milk and only a thin layer of foam, so it is creamier and milder.
What does wet or dry cappuccino mean?
A wet cappuccino contains extra steamed milk and less foam, closer to a latte. A dry cappuccino is made with extra foam and very little liquid milk.
Why does a cappuccino have fewer calories than a latte?
Foam takes up more of the cup than liquid milk, so there is usually less milk overall. Exact numbers depend on size and the milk you choose.
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For official nutrition, allergen, and ingredient details, see the official Starbucks nutrition guide.