Starbucks secret menu: Turtle macchiato (taste, ingredients, caffeine, calories, Copycat recipe & more information)

If you love chocolate turtles, then the Starbucks turtle macchiato might be your best discovery, as its flavor almost resembles that of turtles. Stick around to get more information about this drink.

It is no secret that I love chocolate, but chocolate mixed with caramel is just a whole discovery! That is why I am always ordering turtle macchiato when I visit Starbucks. A fun fact is that I discovered this drink through a stranger. I saw him ordering at Starbucks, it looked cool, and that is how I decided to copy him and try it out. It turns out it was the one thing missing in my life because this drink elicits all the best feelings (mostly because I love chocolate). If you want to delight the chocolate lover, continue reading to learn how to order this secret menu item at Starbucks.

A brief history of the drink

Unlike most secret menu drinks at Starbucks, turtle macchiato has no base drink, and you will have to order the ingredients and ask your barista to make it for you. This drink was discovered at Starbucks in 2014 and has been a staple in their secret menu since then. It gets its inspiration from turtles, and true to its name, it tastes like chocolate turtles.

Starbucks turtle macchiato overview

What’s in a Starbucks turtle macchiato – (ingredients?)

The Turtle macchiato from Starbucks is made of caramel syrup, mocha syrup, espresso shots, and milk and topped with foam or whipped cream flavored with caramel and mocha syrup.

• Espresso – what is a macchiato without some caffeine? The turtle macchiato offered at Starbucks is prepared with espresso shots; hence you are assured of an energy boost.
• Caramel syrup – Starbucks uses its signature caramel syrup to make the turtle macchiato. The syrup contains butter, corny syrup, heavy cream, sugar, water, salt, non-fat dry milk, and natural flavors.
• Milk – you can use any milk of your choice when ordering the turtle macchiato, as milk will not alter the texture or flavor of this drink.
• Whipped cream – turtle macchiato is topped with whipped cream flavored with caramel and mocha syrup to enhance the drink’s flavor.

Starbucks turtle macchiato: sizes, nutrition, caffeine & Calories

What sizes are available?

The turtle macchiato offered at Starbucks can be served in four sizes, short, tall, Grande, and Venti. If you love turtles, you can jump directly into ordering a Venti, as this drink has a relatively low-calorie content. A venti has 310 calories, which is low for such a large serving.

Nutritional facts

As mentioned above, this drink is pretty healthy, and anyone can enjoy it. So, the turtle macchiato got you for health freaks who don’t love boring drinks.

Calories	250
Nutritional Value (Grande serving)	Daily Value
Total fat 7 grams   Saturated fat 4.5 grams	9%   23%
Total carbs 35 grams   Sugars 33 grams	13%
Sodium 150 mg	7%
Cholesterol 25 mg	8%
Protein 10 grams	–

Caffeine information

A turtle macchiato has a high caffeine content to maintain your energy levels high during a busy day. A 16-ounce serving of this drink has a whole 150 mg of caffeine. This drink is for people who love highly caffeinated drinks but do not enjoy the taste of coffee.

So, what does Starbucks turtle macchiato taste like?

Chocolate turtles! Honestly, that is what this beverage tastes like. You can feel the caramel hints, just like the caramel chewiness in a chocolate turtle. Therefore, for turtle lovers, you can never go wrong with this beverage.

Ways to customize a turtle macchiato from Starbucks

If you love a caramel flavor more than chocolate, you can ask your barista to use more pumps of caramel syrup and reduce those of mocha syrup. You can also top this drink with whipped cream flavored with caramel syrup. However, if you love chocolate as I do, you can top this drink with chocolate malt powder, as it will give this drink a deeper, chocolatey flavor.

How to make Starbucks turtle macchiato at home – Starbucks turtle macchiato Copycat Recipe

Informative Section

How do you order turtle macchiato from the Starbucks app?

This drink is complicated and cannot be ordered via the app. However, when ordering it over the counter, ask your barista to make your turtle macchiato with mocha syrup, caramel syrup, milk, and some espresso shots, and top it with either form or caramel syrup.

Is the Starbucks turtle macchiato still available?

Yes, all the ingredients used to make this drink are available; hence you can still get it.

Does Starbucks have turtle macchiato all year round?

Yes, the turtle macchiato is a permanent drink on Starbucks’ secret menu.

Is the Starbucks turtle macchiato healthy?

Yes, this drink’s calories are not too high to jeopardize your health.

How much is the Starbucks turtle macchiato?

The price of this drink is not constant as it varies depending on the Starbucks location you visit and the size you order.

Is turtle macchiato from Starbucks good?

For turtle lovers, this drink is heavenly!