Starbucks Secret Menu: Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino (ingredients, taste, variations, sizes, copycat recipe, caffeine, calories, and more information)

Bored of the common frappuccinos off the Starbucks menu and want to try something new? Get the Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino for a burst of flavors.

The Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino is a drink off the Starbucks secret menu with Vanilla Bean Frappuccino and hazelnut syrup as some of the ingredients. I love flavors that are warm and nutty to the palate, which is why I fell in love with the Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino. I learned of this frappuccino from one of my Instagram followers, and since then, it has been my go-to drink anytime I’m craving a rich and flavorful frappuccino from the coffeehouse.

Read on if you want to find out everything about the Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino, including how to make it at home.

A brief history of the drink

The Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino recipe was created by Regan M and shared with Starbucks in 2018. This frappuccino was tailored for nut lovers. Starbucks launched the base drink of this frappuccino in 2002 when the company released its crème frappuccinos, while the hazelnut syrup was introduced in 2013.

Is Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino still available at Starbucks?

Yes. Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino is available in all Starbucks shops and on the Starbucks app and website. All the ingredients needed to make this frappuccino are usually in stock throughout the year; therefore, you can order the Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino any time. Hazelnut syrup is sometimes out of stock in most stores, so ask your barista before ordering this frappuccino.

Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino (ingredients, taste, variations, sizes, caffeine, and calories)

What’s in a Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino? – (Ingredients)

According to the Starbucks secret menu site, the Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino is prepared with;

Vanilla Bean Frappuccino: This is the base of the Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino and is used to provide the frappuccino with vanilla flavors and a creamy and rich texture. This base frappuccino has whipped cream, vanilla bean powder, ice, milk, and crème frappuccino syrup.

Extra Vanilla Bean Powder: An extra scoop of vanilla bean powder is added to the base frappuccino for richer vanilla flavors. Starbucks vanilla bean powder is manufactured with real vanilla bean pieces, sugar, and flavoring.

Hazelnut Syrup: Hazelnut syrup contains flavoring, water, sugar, preservatives, and citric acid and is added to the base drink to give it rich, warm, and nutty flavors.

Nutmeg Powder: A shake or two of real ground nutmeg is incorporated to add subtle warm, and spicy flavors.

Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino: Sizes, nutrition, caffeine, and calories

What sizes are available?

Like all Starbucks frappuccinos, Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino is sold in three sizes; venti, grande, and tall. The capacities are 24fl oz. in a venti, 16fl oz. in a grande, and 12fl oz. in a tall.

Having this frappuccino for the first time? Sample the flavors with the tall size first before you splurge on the venti. Having ordered this frappuccino severally, I have discovered that grande is a perfect size because the flavors in the venti can be overwhelming.

Nutritional facts

The nutritional values in this frappuccino make it a suitable, occasional drink. For regular consumption, sugar, cholesterol, carbs, and fat levels are excess and can negatively affect one’s health.

The dietary values of the Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino based on a diet of 2000 calories are;

Calories	490
Nutritional Values (per 24fl oz. serving)	% Daily Value
Total fat (21g)	24%
Trans fat (0.6mg)	–
Saturated fat (13g)	57%
Total carbs (69g)	25%
Protein (8g)	–
Sugars (70g)	–
Cholesterol (58mg)	19%
Sodium (350mg)	15%
Dietary fiber (0g)	–

Caffeine Information

Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino has 0mg of caffeine in all sizes since it’s a crème frappuccino without brewed coffee. It makes an excellent decadent treat for those looking for caffeine-free Starbucks treats. However, the caffeine levels can change if a customer adds espresso shots to the frappuccino.

So, what does Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino taste like?

This frappuccino is buttery, smooth, and creamy, with rich nutty, and slightly spicy flavors. It also has a light vanilla flavor thanks to the base drink. The warm, nutty flavor is from the hazelnut syrup used, while the spicy flavor is from the nutmeg powder.

Ways to customize Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino at Starbucks – Starbucks Hazelnut Frappuccino variations

The number of vanilla bean powder scoops added to your frappuccino is up to you so let the barista know your preference.

Adjust the number of hazelnut syrup pumps used depending on how rich you want the hazelnut flavors in your frappuccino.

Chances are that your Starbucks store won’t have nutmeg powder because it seems like Starbucks discontinued this powder when we weren’t looking. So, you can ask the barista to replace nutmeg powder with cinnamon powder. Typically, 2 shakes are used in a tall so ask for more if you order a bigger frappuccino.

Let the barista know what kind of milk to use.

How to make Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino at home – Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino copycat recipe

INFORMATIVE SECTION

How do you order Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino from the Starbucks app?

Order a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino as usual, and in the “Flavors” section, select “Add Hazelnut Syrup” in the “Toppings” section, add cinnamon powder under the “Powders” category, then place your order.

Does Starbucks have Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino all year round?

Yes, Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino is an all-year-round frappuccino.

Is the Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino healthy?

No. It has high sugar, fat, and calorie levels, but occasional consumption is okay.

How much is the Starbucks Hazelnut Malt Frappuccino?

A Grande is approximately from $4.35 to $4.95.