Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte (Ingredients, taste, variations, sizes, recipe, caffeine, calories, dairy content, and more information)

One of the most delectable Starbucks lattes is the Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte. Read on to learn everything about this drink.

The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte is a latte at Starbucks prepared with vanilla bean powder, coconut milk, and brewed blonde espresso. I love coconut milk, and one of my favorite habits is sampling drinks prepared with coconut milk. After sampling numerous Starbucks drinks, I landed on the Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte, which easily became the closest to my heart because of its richness and perfectly blended flavors.

A brief history of the drink

The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte was introduced at Starbucks in 2018. The vanilla bean powder used in this latte was introduced in 2002 when Starbucks launched its first crème frappuccinos. The coconut milk used to prepare this latte began to be used at Starbucks in 2015 as a vegan alternative to regular dairy milk. Lastly, in 2012, Starbucks launched its blonde roast brewed espresso, which is used in this latte, after decades of using the traditional dark roast espresso.

Is the Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte still available at Starbucks?

Yes, the Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte is available in all Starbucks stores. You can also order this latte from the Starbucks app or the website. Alternatively, you can find this drink in Starbucks’s major food delivery apps. The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte is also available any time of the year since none of its components is seasonal. All the ingredients in this latte are always in stock in all Starbucks shops.

Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte (Ingredients, taste, variations, sizes, caffeine, calories, dairy content)

What’s in a Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte – (Ingredients)

The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte is prepared with the following ingredients;

• Vanilla Bean Powder: This powder is added to the latte to introduce the sweet vanilla bean flavors, and it contains sugar, vanilla bean pieces, and natural flavors.
• Coconut milk: This is the base of this latte, and it comprises cane sugar, coconut water concentrate, natural flavors, coconut cream, water, sea salt, gellan gum, guar gum, vitamin D2, xanthan gum, 2% or less of tricalcium phosphate, corn dextrin, and vitamin A palmitate.

It’s crucial to note that this milk is gluten-free and vegan but contains sugar. So, suppose you’re suffering from any gluten-related health complications. In that case, this latte is safe for your consumption, and if you’re vegan/vegetarian, this drink is also an excellent option. If you’re keen on cutting sugar from your diet, this latte isn’t for you since the coconut milk used is sweetened with cane sugar.

• Brewed Blonde Espresso: Depending on the size of the latte, 1-3 shots of blonde roast espresso are incorporated into the drink to add caffeine and coffee flavors. Starbucks blonde roast espresso is made from lightly roasted 100% Arabica coffee beans.

Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte: Sizes, nutrition, caffeine, dairy content, and calories

What sizes are available?

The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte is available in four sizes, just like all Starbucks lattes. These sizes include; a short, which is the smallest size, holding 8fl oz. A tall, which is a medium-small size holding 12fl oz., a Grande, which is a medium size holding 16fl oz., and a Venti, which is the largest size holding 20fl oz.

The small and medium-small sizes are perfect for those who’ve never had the latte and are simply sampling it. The medium is the most popular size among Starbucks customers and is perfect for those already used to the drink’s flavors. The largest size is best left for those who enjoy the latte’s flavors and don’t mind a few extra calories and sugars in their diet.

Nutritional facts

The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte is among the healthiest Starbucks lattes as it substitutes whole milk with healthier coconut milk. This latte’s sugar, fat, and cholesterol levels aren’t as high compared to the majority of Starbucks lattes.

The table below summarizes all the nutritional facts of the standard Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk. Also, their amounts and how much they contribute to the recommended daily diet of 2000 calories are indicated.

Calories	170
Nutritional Values (per 16fl oz. serving)	% Daily Value
Total fat (7g)   Saturated fat (7g) Trans fat (0g)	9%   35% –
Total carbs (26g)	9%
Sugars (23g)	–
Protein (1g)	–
Cholesterol (0mg)	–
Sodium (130mg)	6%
Dietary fiber (0g)	–

Caffeine Information

The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte is caffeinated, and the caffeine levels vary depending on the size of the latte. The short and tall sizes have 85mg of caffeine, the Grande size has 170mg, and the Venti size has 255mg. The short and tall sizes use one shot of the blonde roast espresso each, while the Grande and the Venti sizes use two and three shots of the espresso, respectively.

A shot of the Starbucks blonde roast espresso has 85mg of caffeine and is prepared from lightly roasted 100% Arabica coffee beans. The caffeine in this espresso is a tad bit higher than the regular dark roast espresso used in most Starbucks lattes. Note that you can ask the barista to adjust the caffeine levels in your latte by modifying the number of espresso shots used.

Dairy Content

The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte is dairy-free, as it uses plant milk – coconut milk. The coconut milk used in this latte is the Starbucks Single Origin Sumatra Coconut milk. Depending on the latte’s size, Starbucks uses 6-18 ounces of coconut milk to prepare the drink.

So, what does Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte taste like?

The Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte is creamy, sweet, citrusy, and smooth with rich coconut, vanilla, and coffee flavors. The creamy and smooth palate of the latte is thanks to the coconut milk used, while the sweetness is due to the sugar added in the coconut milk and vanilla bean powder. The rich coconut flavor is also from the coconut milk, the vanilla bean flavor is from the vanilla bean powder added, and the coffee flavor is from the espresso shots incorporated. Lastly, the subtle citrusy flavor is also from the blonde roast espresso.

Ways to customize a Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte at Starbucks – Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte variations.

One of the ways to modify your Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk latte is to ask for the iced version.

Also, if coconut milk isn’t your taste, simply request the barista to use any other milk you prefer.

You can ask for more or fewer espresso shots, depending on how caffeinated you like your drinks, and also, feel free to ask for dark roast espresso shots if you prefer that.

For richer vanilla bean flavor, request the barista use more vanilla bean powder scoops. Typically, the short and tall sizes use one scoop, while the Grande and Venti sizes use two and three scoops, respectively.

The milk temperature typically used is steamed hot, but you can change it to your preferred temperature.

If you’d like, ask the barista to add sweeteners like sugar packets or syrups to your latte.

How to make Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte at home – Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte recipe

INFORMATIVE SECTION

How to order a Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte?

To order in-store, ask the barista for a “Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte” and mention the size and other modifications you want. To order from the app, simply type the latte’s name on the search bar, select the size you want, make other customizations you like, and place your order.

How much is the Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte?

Generally, this latte costs between $3.95 and $4.25 for the Grande size.

Is Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Bean Coconut milk Latte good?

Yes, this latte is sweet, smooth, and creamy, with rich flavors.