Starbucks Review: Iced Dubai Chocolate Matcha
This one sounds like it should be a lot going on, and honestly, it is — but not in a messy way.
Visually, it’s one of the more interesting drinks. You’ve got the green matcha, darker chocolate tones, and that layered look before it’s mixed. It definitely stands out more than a standard iced drink.
The first sip is where it settles into what it actually is. The matcha comes through first, but it’s not super earthy or strong. It’s softened quite a bit by everything else going on.
Then the chocolate comes in and rounds it out. It adds sweetness and smoothness, which takes the edge off the matcha and makes it way more approachable.
The “Dubai chocolate” element leans more into that richer, slightly deeper chocolate flavour, but it’s still not overpowering. It blends rather than dominates.
What makes this drink work is the balance. Matcha can easily take over, but here it doesn’t. The chocolate keeps it grounded and easy to drink.
Texture-wise, it’s smooth and slightly creamy, especially once everything is mixed together.
It leans more toward a treat than a daily drink, but it’s not overly heavy.
Final Verdict:
A smooth, balanced mix where chocolate softens the matcha. Unique, but still easy to drink.