How much caffeine is in Starbucks Pike Place (Grande)?
中文：星巴克 Pike Place 大杯
Caffeine content
310 mg
Typical range: 280–340 mg
per 16 fl oz (473 ml)
About this drink
Drip coffee is significantly stronger than espresso-based drinks because the brewing exposes more grounds to water. A Grande Pike Place has roughly 2x the caffeine of a Grande Latte despite being the same size.
Ingredients: Drip-brewed Pike Place roast
When will it clear your system?
310 mg is most of an adult's daily 400 mg limit. Drinking this at 2pm leaves 155 mg in your system at 7pm — guaranteed to affect sleep for most people.
Based on caffeine's 5-hour half-life, a Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) consumed at 2:00 PM drops below the sleep-safe threshold (~20 mg) by approximately 09:46 the same evening.
Where this fits in a daily limit
That's already over the 200 mg pregnancy guideline and 78% of the 400 mg general adult daily limit. Single-drink dose is meaningful.
See our pregnancy caffeine guide or half-life sleep math for the deep dive.
How it compares
| Drink | Caffeine |
|---|---|
Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) Starbucks | 310 mg |
| Starbucks Grande Latte Starbucks | 150 mg |
| Starbucks Iced Coffee (Grande) Starbucks | 165 mg |
| Dunkin' Medium Coffee Dunkin' | 210 mg |
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How much caffeine is in a Starbucks Pike Place (Grande)?
A 16 fl oz (473 ml) Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) contains approximately 310 mg of caffeine. Actual values may range from 280 to 340 mg depending on preparation and source variation.
Is Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) safe during pregnancy?
The current ACOG and NHS guideline is under 200 mg of caffeine per day during pregnancy. A single Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) already exceeds the 200 mg pregnancy guideline — best avoided during pregnancy or limited to half the serving. Always consult your obstetrician for personalized advice.
When should I stop drinking Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) for sleep?
Caffeine has a 5-hour half-life. To have under 20 mg circulating at bedtime (the typical sleep-safe threshold), stop drinking Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) about 20 hours before sleep. 310 mg is most of an adult's daily 400 mg limit. Drinking this at 2pm leaves 155 mg in your system at 7pm — guaranteed to affect sleep for most people.
Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) vs Starbucks Grande Latte — which has more caffeine?
Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) contains 310 mg per serving; Starbucks Grande Latte contains 150 mg per 16 fl oz (473 ml). Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) is the stronger of the two.
Does Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) keep you awake?
310 mg is high caffeine. For sleep-sensitive people, Starbucks Pike Place (Grande) after noon may affect sleep onset and quality.
Caffeine values shown are typical for the listed serving size. Actual content varies by preparation, brewing method, batch, and brand reformulation. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance.