Anupam Mittal Criticizes Starbucks' Sugar Content

Anupam Mittal, founder of People Group and judge on Shark Tank India, has criticized Starbucks for its high sugar content, claiming its products are 'probably more toxic than tobacco companies.' His comments came after the coffee chain replaced its Indian-origin CEO Laxman Narasimhan with Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol amid declining sales. Mittal argues that Starbucks has shifted from being a coffee shop to a 'dessert store' and warned that the company faces inevitable value erosion unless it returns to its roots. He highlighted alarming sugar levels in Starbucks beverages, citing that a Grande Chocolate Java Mint Frappuccino contains 69 grams of sugar, while a Caffè Vanilla Frappuccino has 83 grams. Despite these criticisms, Starbucks has not commented on the health concerns raised. Mittal's remarks have sparked discussions about consumer health awareness in India and the need for healthier alternatives in the cafe market.