Flat White
Ristretto espresso shots combined with steamed whole milk for a rich, velvety-smooth texture.
Starbucks Flat White Price & Calories
The Starbucks Flat White is priced at approximately $4.95 for a standard Grande size and contains around 170 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, Contains Dairy.
How to Order the Flat White
To order a Starbucks Flat White, simply ask for it by name at the counter or drive-thru, or search for “Flat White” 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 Flat White Taste Like?
The Flat White is velvety and rich. Ristretto shots are pulled shorter than normal espresso, which makes them sweeter and less bitter, and the whole milk is steamed into a smooth microfoam with no stiff foam cap. The result is a small, intense, creamy cup where the coffee flavor stays strong without tasting harsh.
What Is in the Flat White?
It combines ristretto espresso shots with steamed whole milk and a thin layer of microfoam. Compared with a latte it uses less milk per shot, which is why the coffee taste is stronger even though the cup looks similar.
How to Customize the Flat White
- Swap whole milk for oat milk if you want a dairy-free flat white with a naturally creamy finish.
- Ask for blonde espresso for a softer, slightly sweeter coffee flavor.
- Add a single pump of vanilla if you want a hint of sweetness; the drink is unsweetened by default.
- Order a size up rather than adding extra milk, so the coffee-to-milk ratio stays tight.
Flat White vs Caffè Latte
A Caffè Latte has more steamed milk and a milder, creamier taste. The Flat White is stronger and silkier with a smaller milk portion. Choose the latte when you want something gentle and large; choose the flat white when you want the coffee to lead.
On this site, the Flat White is listed at about $4.95 (170 Cal) and the Caffè Latte at about $4.65 (190 Cal), so the Flat White costs about $0.30 more and has 20 fewer calories. Prices and calories vary by store and size. See the full Caffè Latte page for details.
What to Order With the Flat White
Good matches on this menu include the Butter Croissant and the Bacon & Gouda Egg Bites.
Flat White FAQs
What is a ristretto shot?
A ristretto is an espresso shot pulled with less water, so it is shorter, sweeter and a little less bitter than a standard shot.
Does a Flat White have more espresso than a latte?
At the same size it usually has more espresso relative to the milk, which is why it tastes stronger. Check the in-store menu for exact shot counts.
Is a Flat White sweet?
No. There is no syrup by default. The mild sweetness comes from the ristretto shots and the steamed whole milk.
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For official nutrition, allergen, and ingredient details, see the official Starbucks nutrition guide.