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Starbucks sued in US over eight 'sugar-free' protein drinks containing sugar

Starbucks is facing a federal lawsuit claiming eight protein drinks labelled "sugar-free" on its US menus actually contain sugar. Lawyers say a 16-ounce drink has 16 grams of sugar, more than a Reese's peanut butter cup's 11 grams. Starbucks said on Monday it adds no sugar to the drinks and uses sugar-free syrup.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 October 2026 at 18:34

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