Starbucks Caffe Latte contains 75 mg of caffeine per Short 8 oz (237 ml / 8 oz). That is about 79% of the caffeine in a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). Concentration: 31.7 mg per 100 ml.
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Starbucks Caffe Latte Caffeine Content by Serving
Figures are for Caffe Latte (Starbucks).
| Serving | Volume | Caffeine | Per 100 ml | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short 8 oz | 237 ml / 8 oz | 75 mg | 31.6 mg | Low |
| Tall 12 oz | 355 ml / 12 oz | 75 mg | 21.1 mg | Low |
| Grande 16 oz | 473 ml / 16 oz | 150 mg | 31.7 mg | High |
| Venti 20 oz | 591 ml / 20 oz | 150 mg | 25.4 mg | High |
Source: caffeine figures from Caffeine Informer Starbucks guide (values sourced from starbucks.com), accessed 2026-06-11. Values can vary by batch, location, and preparation; check the label or the source for the latest figures.
How Starbucks Caffe Latte Compares to Coffee
At 75 mg per Short 8 oz, Starbucks Caffe Latte delivers about 79% of the caffeine in a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). For a wider comparison across drinks, try the caffeine comparison tool or browse the full caffeine database.
When to Stop Drinking Starbucks Caffe Latte Before Bed
With caffeine's median 5-hour half-life, a Short 8 oz of Starbucks Caffe Latte (75 mg) needs about 2 h 56 min to fall under 50 mg, the level where most people can fall asleep normally. That puts the last call at 7:00 PM (19:00) for a 10 PM bedtime and 8:00 PM (20:00) for an 11 PM bedtime. Individual half-lives range from roughly 2 to 12 hours, so treat these as a starting point.
The Starbucks Caffe Latte sleep cutoff page has last-call times for four bedtimes, and the caffeine half-life calculator personalizes the curve to your metabolism.
