Starbucks Vs Dunkin': Which Coffee Chain Actually Uses More Sugar? - Tasting Table

"Americans already consume far too much sugar, with 35% of overall consumption coming from soda, fruit drinks, coffee, and tea, according to the American Heart Association. However, even if you wish to cut down on your sugar intake, switching your coffee provider is not an easy choice, as both Dunkin' and Starbucks have lots of sugar in their drinks - and the difference between them isn't that huge."

"At Dunkin' the large vanilla latte contains 42 grams of added sugar, while at Starbucks the Venti contains 44 grams. That's quite close - and still more than 80% of the recommended maximum of added sugar per day in either drink, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration."

"For another hot comparison, we checked both chains' hot chocolate offerings. In this case Dunkin' was clearly higher with 55 grams of total sugar, while Starbucks' offered 46 grams."

Americans consume excessive sugar, with 35% coming from beverages like coffee and tea. Both Dunkin' and Starbucks offer sugar-laden drinks, though differences between them are minimal. A large vanilla latte at Dunkin' contains 42 grams of added sugar compared to Starbucks' 44 grams—both exceeding 80% of the FDA's recommended daily maximum in a single drink. Hot chocolate shows slightly more variation, with Dunkin' at 55 grams versus Starbucks' 46 grams. Cold beverages at both chains tend to contain more added sugar, providing additional comparison points. Switching between these chains offers little benefit for those seeking to reduce sugar consumption.

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