Starbucks Sued Over “Sugar-Free” Protein Drinks — They May Contain Up to 21 Grams of Sugar
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Starbucks is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit over eight protein beverages marketed with the words “sugar-free.” The lawsuit alleges that some of the drinks contain between 13 and 21 grams of sugar per venti serving, with the sugar coming from naturally occurring lactose in the protein-boosted milk.
The case raises a major question about food labeling: what should consumers understand when a beverage is called “sugar-free”? The plaintiffs argue that Starbucks’ labeling is misleading and violates federal regulations, while Starbucks says it clearly provides nutritional…
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