Revealed: The Secret Calorie Count of U.S. Coffee Chain Drinks

New data has revealed the most calorific coffee chains in the US and which coffee orders from each chain contain the most calories. 

The study by coffee experts at Cafelista analyzed a list of 448 coffee orders from eight popular US coffee brands to reveal which coffee shops are serving the most calories on average, and which coffee orders contain the most calories. 

Popular coffee chains ranked by average of calories per ounce per coffee order 

Caribou Coffee topped the list of the most calorific coffees on average, with 20.45 calories per ounce. The most calorific order from Caribou Coffee is the Turtle Mocha – Cooler, with 56.87 calories per ounce. It consists of coffee blended with ice, chocolate, and caramel, topped with whipped cream, caramel sauce and turtle pieces. The second most calorific is the Turtle Mocha – Hot followed by the Mint Condition Mocha – Cooler.  

Top five most calorific drinks ranked at Caribou Coffee 

In second place is Dutch Bros, with 18.65 calories on average per ounce. The most calorific coffee from the establishment is the Double Torture—Iced Coffee. The coffee order has 38.75 calories per ounce on average and consists of a blend of our espresso with vanilla syrup, chocolate milk, an extra double shot of espresso, and whipped cream. Dutch Bros’ following highest-calorie coffees include the Kicker—Iced and the 9-1-1—Iced.  

In third place is The Coffee Bean with 17.53 calories, on average, in a cup of coffee from the chain. Pure Cookies & Cream Ice Blended order is the most calorific, with 35 calories per ounce and contains creamy vanilla, fresh espresso, and crunchy, chocolate cookie pieces.  

Peet’s Coffee comes in fourth place with 14.47 calories on average per ounce of their coffees. The top three coffee orders with the highest calories include the Caramel Frappé, with 33.33 calories per ounce on average, the Mocha Frappé, with 30.83 calories followed by the White Chocolate Mocha and Caffè Mocha both containing 30 calories per ounce.  

Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts are both in fifth place, with an average of 12.92 calories per ounce of coffee. Starbucks’ most calorific coffee order is the Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino®, with 30 calories per ounce, followed by the Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino Blended Beverage and Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino. Whilst at coffee chain Dunkin Donuts the highest calorie coffee is the Caramel Crème Frozen Coffee with 35.83 calories per ounce, followed by the Triple Mocha Frozen Coffee and the Bonfire S’mores Frozen Coffee

At number six is Tim Hortons with 12.70 calories on average per ounce of coffee from the establishment. The highest-calorie coffees to order are the Oreo Iced Capp with 35 calories per ounce, the second is the Mocha Iced Capp (cream) with 34.38 calories and the Caramel Iced Capp (cream) in third with 31.25 calories.  

PJ’s Coffee is in seventh place with an average 10.61 calories per ounce of a coffee order. The Caramel Créme has the most calories out of all the coffees to order with 20 calories per ounce. This is followed by the white chocolate latte, at 18.33 calories per ounce and the mocha cappuccino, at 17.50.  

Colin Bosc, Founder of Cafelista commented: “If you’re keeping an eye on your diet, it’s good to know the top 10 most calorific coffee orders, and where to find them in the U.S. Popular spots like Starbucks and Dunkin’ offer a variety of coffee that can be deceptively high in calories, often due to the addition of syrups, whipped cream, whole milk, and sugary flavorings. For example, a large Frappuccino with all the extras can pack over 500 calories, similar to the caloric content of a small meal. 

Being aware of these calorie options is key if you’re trying to manage your weight, blood sugar, or overall health. Even your daily coffee run can add up if you’re not careful. By knowing which drinks are the heaviest on calories, you can make smarter choices and maybe go for a lighter option that still hits the spot without messing with your health goals.”