Starbucks Medicine Ball Tea Nutrition by Size
The Medicine Ball is made by combining Jade Citrus Mint Green Tea, Peach Tranquility Herbal Tea, steamed hot water, steamed lemonade, and 2 pumps of Honey Blend syrup:
| Serving Size | Fluid Oz | Calories | Total Carbs | Sugars | Protein | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tall | 12 oz | 90 cal | 24g | 22g | 0g | 16 mg |
| Grande (Standard) | 16 oz | 130 cal | 33g | 30g | 0g | 16 mg |
| Venti Hot | 20 oz | 150 cal | 38g | 35g | 0g | 32 mg |
Dietitian Order Hack
Saves 100 Calories & 25g Sugar!
How to Order a 30-Calorie Low-Sugar Medicine Ball
Standard steamed lemonade adds ~80 calories of pure sugar. Replace the steamed lemonade with hot water and ask for a light splash of lemonade + Stevia/Splenda to keep the soothing peach-mint flavor with under 30 calories.
Grande Honey Citrus Mint Tea, Sub Hot Water for Lemonade, Light Splash of Lemonade, 2 Packets Stevia
Frequently Asked Questions About Medicine Ball Tea
What is the official menu name of the Starbucks Medicine Ball Tea?
The official corporate menu name is Honey Citrus Mint Tea. Baristas recognize both 'Medicine Ball' and 'Cold Buster' as informal customer synonyms for the exact same recipe.
Why is the Starbucks Medicine Ball high in calories and sugar?
A Grande Medicine Ball contains 130 calories and 30g of sugar because it is prepared with 50% steamed lemonade (which contains added sugar) and 2 pumps of Starbucks Honey Blend syrup (containing honey and sugar).
How much caffeine does the Medicine Ball tea contain?
A Grande Honey Citrus Mint Tea contains 16mg of caffeine. The caffeine comes from the Jade Citrus Mint green tea bag, while the Peach Tranquility herbal tea bag is naturally caffeine-free.
How do you order a low-sugar Medicine Ball hack on the Starbucks app?
In the app, select Honey Citrus Mint Tea, tap 'Customize', change lemonade to 'Light Lemonade', replace Honey Blend syrup with 2 packets of Stevia or Sugar-Free Vanilla, and request extra hot water.
Does the Starbucks Medicine Ball contain real medicinal ingredients or cold remedies?
No, the Medicine Ball contains no medicinal ingredients, OTC pharmaceuticals, or viral treatments. It is a warm beverage made from green tea, herbal peach tea, steamed lemonade, and honey syrup that provides soothing comfort for sore throats.
Can you order an iced version of the Medicine Ball tea during summer?
Yes, baristas can steep Jade Citrus Mint and Peach Tranquility tea bags in hot water, pour the tea over ice, add lemonade, and shake with ice for an iced Honey Citrus Mint refresher.
Educational Disclaimer
Nutritional values are estimates based on standard recipe data. Starbucks is a registered trademark of Starbucks Corporation.