Matcha drinks
| Item | Small | Medium | Large | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matcha Latte Popular Sweetened matcha green tea with milk. | $3.29 | $3.79 | $4.29 | 180-250 |
| Green tea matcha blended with milk and ice. | $3.29 | $4.29 | $4.99 | 340-690 |
| Matcha with almond and protein milk. About 15 grams. | $4.49 | $4.99 | $5.49 | 200 |
| Matcha latte with tiramisu flavor and marshmallow cold foam. | $4.49 | $4.99 | $5.49 | 310 |
What is in it
A matcha latte at Dunkin is a pre-sweetened matcha green tea blend whisked into milk. Hot, it is steamed. Iced, it is shaken over ice. Frozen, it is blended with ice and topped with whipped cream. The default milk is whole. Oat milk is the most popular swap and adds about 50 cents.
Prices by version
| Version | Small | Medium | Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot matcha latte | $3.29 | $3.79 | $4.29 |
| Iced matcha latte | $3.29 | $3.79 | $4.29 |
| Frozen matcha latte | $3.29 | $4.29 | $4.99 |
Some stores price the hot version higher, up to $5.19 for a small. The iced version is the most consistently priced across the country.
Calories and caffeine
| Version (medium, whole milk) | Calories | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|
| Hot | about 250 | about 84 mg |
| Iced | about 250 | about 84 mg |
| Frozen | about 340 | about 84 mg |
Because the matcha blend is already sweetened, the calories come mostly from sugar. Skim milk or almond milk cuts a medium to about 180.
Flavor add-ons that work
- Vanilla shot: the classic pairing, sugar free
- Coconut milk: makes it taste like a tropical drink
- Strawberry shot: sweet and pink
- Marshmallow cold foam: seasonal, used in the fall Tiramisu Marshmallow Matcha
Avoid mocha or caramel swirls. They fight the green tea.
Dunkin vs Starbucks matcha
A Starbucks Grande iced matcha latte is about $5.25. A Dunkin medium is $3.79 and 8 oz larger. Starbucks matcha is also pre-sweetened. The main difference is taste: Starbucks is grassier and a bit more bitter, Dunkin is smoother and sweeter. If you drink matcha for the tea flavor, Starbucks. If you drink it as a treat, Dunkin is better value.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a matcha latte at Dunkin?
A small matcha latte is about $3.29, a medium $3.79 and a large $4.29 hot or iced. The frozen version is $3.29 to $4.99.
Is Dunkin matcha sweetened?
Yes. The matcha blend contains sugar, so even with no swirl a medium with whole milk has about 250 calories. There is no unsweetened matcha option.
How much caffeine is in a Dunkin matcha latte?
About 84 mg in a medium and 120 mg in a large, less than half of a medium coffee.
Is Dunkin matcha real matcha?
It is a blend of Japanese matcha powder, sugar and other ingredients rather than pure ceremonial matcha. It is smooth and grassy but sweeter than a tea shop matcha.