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A U.S. class-action lawsuit claims Starbucks falsely advertised eight protein drinks as 'sugar-free,' alleging they contain 13-21g of sugar per venti serving due to lactose. Starbucks denies the claims, stating it provides clear nutritional information. The lawsuit seeks damages and a trial by jury. Starbucks launched the drinks in 2025, targeting consumers seeking protein.

Starbucks faces a class-action lawsuit for allegedly misleading consumers by labeling eight protein drinks as 'sugar-free' despite containing lactose. Plaintiffs claim the drinks have 13-21g of sugar, exceeding FDA limits. Starbucks denies wrongdoing and plans to defend itself.

A proposed class-action lawsuit alleges that Starbucks' 'sugar-free' drinks contain significant amounts of sugar, according to the complaint.

Law firms filed a lawsuit against Starbucks, alleging its sugar-free protein drinks contain up to 21g of sugar per serving, violating federal labeling regulations. The complaint also claims required disclosures were omitted. Starbucks introduced the beverages in 2025, targeting the growing functional beverage market. The lawsuit is one of several active cases against the company.

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Starbucks is facing a class-action lawsuit over allegations that eight 'sugar-free' protein drinks contain 13-21g of sugar. The plaintiffs claim the labeling is misleading, while Starbucks denies wrongdoing, stating it provides nutritional information. The lawsuit seeks damages and a halt to the 'sugar-free' labeling. Starbucks introduced these drinks in September 2025.