Starbucks Tripleshot Vs. Monster: Which One Is Stronger?

I enjoy the rush energy drinks give me, especially when drained. Since my hiking hobby is intense, I turn to ready-to-drink cans of coffee often, so I’m familiar with what works.

Recently, an outdoor newbie asked me if a Starbucks Tripleshot is stronger than a Monster Energy Drink.

After some additional research online, here’s what I found out. By the end of this detailed post, you’ll learn which one suits you!

What Are The Differences Between Starbucks Tripleshot Vs. Monster?

Features	Starbucks Tripleshot	Monster
Ingredients	Brewed coffee, reduced fat milk, skim milk, sugar, natural coffee flavor, vitamins, guarana, ginseng, and tricalcium phosphate.	Carbonated water, caffeine, citric acid, taurine, sugar, l-carnitine, l-tartrate, color, natural flavors, salt, vitamins, ginseng, and guarana.
Taste Profile	Creamy and rich	Fizzy and tangy
Caffeine content/ Nutritional Value	225mg of caffeine and 210 calories.	160mg of caffeine and 210 calories.
Availability/ Accessibility	Starbucks, PepsiCo sellers, Walmart, and Amazon. Available throughout the year.	PepsiCo sellers, Walmart, and Amazon. Available throughout the year.

Starbucks Tripleshot Vs. Monster – How They Compare

What it’s made of (ingredients)

Starbucks Tripleshot is an energy-packed beverage made with brewed espresso from Arabica beans, sugar, reduced-fat milk, skim milk, tricalcium phosphate, and natural coffee flavor. If you’re not a sweet tooth, Starbucks has a no-added sugar version of this drink, and you’ll still get a burst of energy from its caffeine.

Monster Energy Drink has carbonated water, caffeine, sugar, citric acid, natural flavors, taurine, color, and salt. The l-carnitine and l-tartrate Monster adds to its drinks boost how fast your body breaks down fatty acids for energy, while taurine stimulates metabolism. Monster drinks don’t contain milk apart from their Java series. Both drinks contain guarana, ginseng, and b-vitamins.

Monster wins this category because its ingredients make it richer than a Starbucks Tripleshot.

Taste profile

The milk in a Starbucks Tripleshot gives it a creamy feel in your mouth that hides the flavor of its coffee. It has zero sugar alternatives that taste just as good. Monster has a fizzy taste that tastes like a quirky soda, even with a heavy cream like the Java series. The beverage also has too much sugar, especially if you prefer your daily coffee neat.

Starbucks Tripleshot has a better taste because it’s creamy, subtle, and has just the right amount of sugar.

Caffeine content/nutritional value

A can of Starbucks Tripleshot has 225mg of caffeine, 210 calories, 29g of sugar, and 15mg of cholesterol. A 16-ounce can of Monster has 160mg of caffeine, 210 calories, and 54g of carbohydrates. The caffeine in both drinks is within the recommended daily intake of caffeine which currently stands at 400mg, but a Tripleshot’s content is extremely high. The Java Monster series closely matches the nutrition value of a Starbucks Tripleshot because of its heavy cream. Monster adds more micronutrients to its drinks which boosts their nutritional value.

Monster wins because its caffeine content is healthier than the amount found in a Starbucks Tripleshot.

Availability/ accessibility

You can get a Starbucks Tripleshot and a Monster Drink from any Pepsi-affiliated store because of the partnership the three entities share. You can also buy the beverages from other sources like Amazon and Walmart. Both drinks are available year-long, so you can enjoy them whenever. If you’re a Starbucks fan, its stores are also a convenient place to grab a Tripleshot.

It’s easier to get a Starbucks Tripleshot because the company’s physical stores provide more outlets than Monster.

Starbucks Tripleshot Vs. Monster: A Comparison Overview

Starbucks Tripleshot – Overview

Starbucks Tripleshot has milk that masks its high coffee content with a creamy taste. Its energy boost lasts long, so it works for a busy or adventurous day. This chilled classic has varying flavors like caramel, vanilla, mocha, and chocolate, while one version has no milk and sugar. Surprisingly, the drink has few jitters in people who can handle a strong cuppa coffee, perhaps because of the low sugar content. All cans of a Tripleshot are 15 ounces in size.

What I liked;

• Creamy taste.
• Subtle sugar content.

What I didn’t like;

• Limited choices.
• Restricts vegans and lactose-intolerant people.

Who it’s best suited for

• A Starbucks Tripleshot is ideal for people who want a highly caffeinated drink that doesn’t taste as strong, especially if you have a high tolerance.

Monster- Overview

Monster Energy Drink has the distinct fizzy and tangy taste we find in most energy beverages. It gives you a quick boost and replenishes your energy levels with a nice lasting rush. Monster offers energy drinks in different sizes; 13, 16, 24, and 32 ounces. The most preferred size is a 16-ounce can. You can buy each size in packs of 8, 10, 12, and 24. The brand has 34 flavors you can choose to suit your palate, but if you’re in doubt, you can try its original flavor first; it tastes like carbonated apple juice.

What I liked;

• A wide variety of flavors
• Strangely refreshing, especially when chilled.

What I didn’t like;

• Too sweet.

Who it’s best suited for

• Monster Drinks are ideal if you’re an active sweet tooth who wants a caffeine boost and don’t mind fizz.

Final Verdict: So, Which Is Better? – Starbucks Tripleshot Or Monster?

It’s a draw! Monster is ideal because it has more ingredients that make it richer and boost its nutritional value. The drink also has caffeine and ingredients that boost metabolism, but its sugar can be a drawback. The flavor in a Starbucks Tripleshot presents an unexpected and fun way to enjoy an energy drink; creamy and non-fizzy. Although its caffeine content is high, this Starbucks hit is ideal for coffee lovers who have a high tolerance and want something strong. Choose whatever works for you!

FAQ Section

Is Starbucks Tripleshot stronger than Monster?

Yes. A Starbucks Tripleshot has more caffeine than Monster, so it’s a stronger drink.

Is Monster healthier than Starbucks Tripleshot?

A Monster is healthier than Starbucks Tripleshot because it has more vitamins and beneficial metabolic ingredients like taurine.

Which one tastes better between Starbucks Tripleshot and Monster?

Our preferences influence taste, so if you like fizzy, non-creamy drinks, have a Monster Drink, and a Starbucks Tripleshot is better if you love milk.