Iced Dubai Chocolate Matcha Review
This Starbucks Iced Dubai Chocolate Matcha delivers a hazelnut-dominant flavor profile with subtle matcha notes and restrained sweetness, according to creator Milana's firsthand review.
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Starbucks
What the creator ordered
- Iced Dubai Chocolate Matcha
Standout moments
- +The drink is not too sweet.
- +It has a pleasant hazelnut and light cocoa flavor.
- +Good for people who don't typically like matcha since the matcha flavor is not present.
What to know
- −The drink does not taste like matcha.
- −The flavor is hazelnut, not pistachio as the 'Dubai chocolate' name might imply.
- −The creator feels Starbucks is late to the 'Dubai chocolate' trend.
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Tips & Notes
Pro tips
- This is a tasting review—approach it as a beverage critique rather than a recipe to replicate at home.
- Pay attention to the hazelnut-forward flavor profile if you're deciding whether this drink matches your taste preferences.
- The matcha is present but subtle; expect it to complement rather than dominate the flavor.
Common Questions
What does the Dubai Chocolate Matcha taste like?
The drink leans heavily into hazelnut with underlying matcha and chocolate notes, without excessive sweetness.
Is this drink overly sweet?
No—Milana highlights that the sweetness is well-balanced and not cloying, making it appealing to those who prefer less sugary beverages.
Does it taste like pistachio?
Despite the Dubai chocolate association with pistachio, this version reads more as hazelnut than pistachio.
Where can you get this drink?
It is available at Starbucks as a new limited-time iced beverage.
