Yummy Link: Peppermint Mocha


Updated 12/29/07 12:14 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 13 comments

Yummy Link: Peppermint Mocha

For those of you worried that the end of the holiday season means you'll no longer be able to enjoy the specialty red cup drinks at Starbucks, then stop stressing out. Here's a recipe so you can make your own delicious peppermint mocha. — Brewed Coffee Read more

Starbucks Holiday Drinks Breakdown


Updated 12/03/07 10:54 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 52 comments

Starbucks Holiday Drinks Breakdown

When you're out running holiday errands, do you stop at Starbucks for a little pick-me-up? Let me tell you: Those cups are full of more than holiday cheer; some of the drinks pack in an amazing amount of calories and fat into a 16 ounce cup. Not surprisingly, that Eggnog Latte is the worst offender, but thankfully it doesn't come with whipped cream. Even without the extra dollop of saturated fat, Read more

Starbucks Summery Beverages: Which to Skip, Which to Sip


Updated 05/09/12 11:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthiest Iced Starbucks Drinks

Warm, summery weather can't help but make us crave cupping our hands around a cool, refreshing beverage. If you find yourself wandering into your local Starbucks for a creamy, icy drink, check out which menu picks you should pass on and which you can feel good sipping. Instead of 16 oz. Iced Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha: Espresso, milk, white chocolate flavored sauce, and peppermint Read more

Starbucks Holiday Drinks: Not So Cheery After All


Updated 04/05/12 12:40 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 24 comments

Calories in Starbucks Holiday Beverages

If you're heading into the closest Starbucks for a caffeinated pick-me-up, you'll notice some tasty holiday specials. These fun beverages not only bring you extra holiday cheer, but they also bring you extra calories (and lots of them). Check out the stats on these 16 ounce Grandes. Gingerbread Latte with whipped cream: 320 calories, 13 grams of fat, 50 milligrams of cholesterol, 40 grams of Read more