How much is a hot chocolate at Starbucks? (how much does hot chocolate cost at Starbucks + more information)

Hot chocolate is a simple drink that makes any cold day worth living, and is suitable for people of all ages. So, does Starbucks have hot chocolate?

Yes, it does. The coffee chain has this classic drink and an expansive list of its variations. Hot chocolate is my go-to drink when I am cold and when I want to skip the coffee. I have often been asked if this drink is available at Starbucks by people who only know the coffee chain for its coffee beverages. I came up with this post to talk about the cost of this simple, yet delicious drink at Starbucks. We will also tell you about its ingredients and any extra charges on customizations, so read on.

How much is Starbucks hot chocolate?

Hot chocolate in a Grande cup with a whipped cream topping will set you back a decent $4.30, but the price is dependent on the location of your local store. If you opt for a simple hot chocolate, you will pay $2.75 for a tall, $3.25 for a Grande, and $3.45 for a venti.

If you are lucky enough to discover the seasonal peppermint hot chocolate before the end of the holidays, you will pay $3.45 for a tall cup, $4.15 for a Grande, and $5.45 for a venti. If you take your little one along, you will have the kids’ size cup at $2.85. Another seasonal favorite is the toasted white hot chocolate, and t costs anywhere between $4.25 to $4.65 for a Grande cup, depending on the store you go to.

How many pumps of syrup are in Starbucks hot chocolate?

During the holidays, many flock to Starbucks for a taste of their signature peppermint hot chocolate. This seasonal drink contains three pumps of peppermint syrup for a tall serving. In a normal hot chocolate drink found all year round, the baristas add four pumps of mocha sauce. In a larger cup like a Grande, a barista will add four pumps of syrup, but the venti gets the lion’s share with five pumps of mocha syrup.

Does Starbucks charge for extra pump of syrup in hot chocolate?

Starbucks has a syrup policy where customers can have unlimited pumps of syrup if their drink comes with the syrup by default. However, drinks that do not come with syrup will attract an upcharge of 0.80 for an extra pump of syrup. Hot chocolate comes with mocha syrup and seasonal syrups like peppermint. You can therefore get extra pumps for free.

FAQ SECTION

How many pumps of syrup are in a hot chocolate?

A tall hot chocolate cup comes with three pumps of syrup, and a Grande and venti get four and five syrup pumps respectively.

Is Starbucks hot chocolate sweet?

The hot chocolate is moderately sweet, with a distinct cocoa taste. Other variations have more sweetness, depending on the optional additives.

Does Starbucks hot chocolate have espresso?

No, the espresso is added as customization. The original drink contains mocha sauce and not espresso.