Starbucks Sugar Mislabeling Lawsuit
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Starbucks is facing a consumer lawsuit over claims that the protein drinks labeled “sugar-free” on its cafe menus may actually contain more sugar than a Reese’s peanut butter cup.
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“We believe these claims have no merit,” a Starbucks spokesperson said Monday.
Under FDA regulations, products labeled "sugar-free" generally must contain less than 0.5 gram of sugar per serving.
No, each beverage contains sugar — anywhere between 13 and 21 grams per venti-size serving.
The law firm brought the lawsuit last week in federal court in Seattle on behalf of three consumers who purchased the protein drinks in California, New York and Washington.
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A lawsuit filed last week by Hagens Berman law firm claims that Starbucks mislabels its protein drinks as "sugar-free" despite each serving containing up to twenty-one grams of sugar. The plaintiffs argue this violates federal regulations which prohibit labeling beverages with more than 0.5 grams of sugar per 12-ounce serving as “sugar-free.” Starbucks maintains it does not add sugar to the drinks and uses…
A lawsuit claims Starbucks’ ‘sugar-free’ protein drinks aren’t what they seem — so we asked an expert →2 articles from New York Post on this storyA federal lawsuit filed in Seattle alleges that Starbucks mislabels eight protein drinks as "sugar-free" when they actually contain significant amounts of sugar. For example, a 16-ounce Sugar-Free Caramel Protein Matcha contains 16 grams of sugar, more than a Reese’s peanut butter cup. The plaintiffs argue this labeling is false and deceptive, while Starbucks maintains that the beverages do not add sugar themselves…
A lawsuit accuses Starbucks of mislabeling 8 'sugar-free' protein drinks →A federal lawsuit has been filed against Starbucks by three consumers in California, New York, and Washington, alleging that certain protein-based beverages labeled as "sugar-free" actually contain between 13 to 21 grams of sugar per serving. The plaintiffs argue that this labeling is misleading since a product marketed as sugar-free should not have any added sugars. Starbucks denies the claims, stating it clearly…
Consumers sue Starbucks over ‘sugar-free’ drinks containing up to 21g of sugar →A class action lawsuit has been filed against Starbucks by consumers who claim the company mislabels several protein drinks as sugar-free when they actually contain between 13 and 21 grams of sugar per serving. The plaintiffs argue that this is misleading to health-conscious customers, especially those avoiding sugar for medical reasons. Starbucks maintains that the sugar in their products comes from natural sources…
U.S. class action lawsuit alleges Starbucks mislabelled sugar-free drinks →A U.S. class-action lawsuit claims that Starbucks falsely advertised eight protein beverages as “sugar-free,” when each venti-size serving actually contains between 13 and 21 grams of sugar due to naturally occurring sugars in milk. The lawsuit, filed in Seattle federal court, argues that this misleading labeling capitalizes on consumer preferences for healthier options and nutritional clarity. Starbucks maintains…
How much sugar is in these 'sugar-free' Starbucks protein drinks? As much as a candy bar, claims lawsuit →Starbucks is being sued for allegedly mislabeling its protein drinks as "sugar-free" despite containing between 13 to 21 grams of sugar in a venti-sized serving. The lawsuit, filed on October 2, targets eight hot and iced protein beverages sold by Starbucks and claims that consumers were misled into paying higher prices for these products. Starbucks disputes the allegations, stating that the sugar content comes from…
Starbucks hit with lawsuit over sugar content as experts reveal chain's most sugary drinks →Analysis
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“Consumers avoid sugar for various reasons, whether that be general health, diabetes and blood glucose levels or other factors, and for many, a staunch mislabeling like this is significant,” said Steve Berman, a co-founder and managing partner of the Seattle-headquartered firm.
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The plaintiffs contend the product names violate federal regulations governing “sugar-free” labeling claims.
A venti Sugar-Free Caramel Protein Matcha contains 21 grams, while a Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Matcha contains 20 grams, according to the complaint.
How it changed
- 5 Oct
The federal lawsuit filed late Friday in Seattle alleges that eight protein beverages Starbucks sells in the U.S. contain varying amounts of sugar even though the company lists them as sugarless.
- 6 Oct
The products in question include hot and iced protein lattes and protein matcha beverages in vanilla and caramel flavors.
- 7 Oct
No, each beverage contains sugar — anywhere between 13 and 21 grams per venti-size serving.
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10 Oct Starbucks hit with lawsuit over sugar content as experts reveal chain's most sugary drinksStarbucks is being sued for allegedly mislabeling its protein drinks as "sugar-free" despite containing between 13 to 21 grams of sugar in a venti-sized serving. The lawsuit, filed on October 2, targets eight hot and iced protein beverages sold by Starbucks and claims that consumers were misled into paying higher prices for these products. Starbucks disputes the allegations, stating that the sugar content comes from…Fox News
7 Oct A lawsuit claims Starbucks’ ‘sugar-free’ protein drinks aren’t what they seem — so we asked an expertA lawsuit filed last week by Hagens Berman law firm claims that Starbucks mislabels its protein drinks as "sugar-free" despite each serving containing up to twenty-one grams of sugar. The plaintiffs argue this violates federal regulations which prohibit labeling beverages with more than 0.5 grams of sugar per 12-ounce serving as “sugar-free.” Starbucks maintains it does not add sugar to the drinks and uses…New York Post- 7 Oct How much sugar is in these 'sugar-free' Starbucks protein drinks? As much as a candy bar, claims lawsuitA U.S. class-action lawsuit claims that Starbucks falsely advertised eight protein beverages as “sugar-free,” when each venti-size serving actually contains between 13 and 21 grams of sugar due to naturally occurring sugars in milk. The lawsuit, filed in Seattle federal court, argues that this misleading labeling capitalizes on consumer preferences for healthier options and nutritional clarity. Starbucks maintains…CBC
7 Oct Starbucks sued for allegedly mislabeling ‘sugar-free’ protein drinksStarbucks faces a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging misleading marketing of eight protein beverages described as "Sugar-Free." The drinks, according to the lawsuit filed in US District Court for the Western District of Washington, contain between 13 and 21 grams of sugar per venti serving due to naturally occurring lactose from milk. Plaintiffs argue this violates federal regulations requiring less than 0.5…New York Post
6 Oct U.S. class action lawsuit alleges Starbucks mislabelled sugar-free drinksA class action lawsuit has been filed against Starbucks by consumers who claim the company mislabels several protein drinks as sugar-free when they actually contain between 13 and 21 grams of sugar per serving. The plaintiffs argue that this is misleading to health-conscious customers, especially those avoiding sugar for medical reasons. Starbucks maintains that the sugar in their products comes from natural sources…Global News
6 Oct Consumers sue Starbucks over ‘sugar-free’ drinks containing up to 21g of sugarA federal lawsuit has been filed against Starbucks by three consumers in California, New York, and Washington, alleging that certain protein-based beverages labeled as "sugar-free" actually contain between 13 to 21 grams of sugar per serving. The plaintiffs argue that this labeling is misleading since a product marketed as sugar-free should not have any added sugars. Starbucks denies the claims, stating it clearly…NBC News
5 Oct A lawsuit accuses Starbucks of mislabeling 8 'sugar-free' protein drinksA federal lawsuit filed in Seattle alleges that Starbucks mislabels eight protein drinks as "sugar-free" when they actually contain significant amounts of sugar. For example, a 16-ounce Sugar-Free Caramel Protein Matcha contains 16 grams of sugar, more than a Reese’s peanut butter cup. The plaintiffs argue this labeling is false and deceptive, while Starbucks maintains that the beverages do not add sugar themselves…Toronto Star
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