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Cinnamon changes a Starbucks drink faster than I expect, especially once it hits something milky or sweet.
For years, I sprinkled a little into Americanos when I wanted extra complexity without adding anything else, and it still feels like one of the simplest upgrades.
There are plenty of cinnamon drinks to try on the Starbucks menu too, from hot lattes to iced treats.
I’m sharing my 15 favourites below, starting with the drinks I come back to most when I want cinnamon to do more than just smell nice.
15 Best cinnamon drinks from Starbucks (Tastes you’ll love)
1. Cinnamon Dolce Latte
The Cinnamon Dolce Latte is one of my favorite Starbucks drinks of all time.
The Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte is buttery and tastes almost like a lighter molasses.
The first thing I notice is how quickly the cinnamon sweetness softens the espresso, and that caught me off guard the first time I tried it.
The steamed milk and whipped cream keep that richness in check, so the drink lands creamy rather than heavy when the cup is still hot.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 340 kcal
Tips From A Barista: Substitute the regular milk for oat milk, for a nutty, creamier drink.
2. Cinnamon Dolce Crème
This is a fantastic Starbucks caffeine free drink version of the Cinnamon Dolce Latte, just without espresso.
Honestly, it reminds me of a dessert drink more than a tea.
The recipe calls for steamed milk with Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce syrup, topped with whipped cream and a light Dolce dusting.
It’s sweet, creamy, and perfect for after dinner – no worrying about staying up all night from caffeine!
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 360 kcal
3. Chai Tea Brewed
Starbucks brewed Chai Tea is a black tea with spices like cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and ginger.
It’s one of my go-to orders when I feel a cold coming on.
Keep in mind this is not the chai concentrate that Starbucks uses for their Chai Tea Lattes.
It’s truly just the tea itself, which is also perfect for when I’m watching my calorie and sugar intake.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 0 kcal
Tips From A Barista: Add a splash of cream for a keto twist, or steamed milk for a ‘Chai Tea Latte’ that isn’t high in sugar.
4. Chai Tea Latte
I didn’t realise the Chai Tea Latte was different from brewed chai until I started working at Starbucks.
I was surprised the first time I saw the boxed chai concentrate, because that is what goes into the latte.
It does definitely have the characteristic blend of spices brewed Chai Tea does, but it’s significantly sweeter with prominent brown sugar flavors.
The steamed milk and foam make it feel softer than brewed chai, which is why I reach for it more in colder months.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 240 kcal
Tips From A Barista: Ask for the Chai Tea Latte iced! It’s surprisingly tasty cold as well!
5. Chai Creme Frappuccino
The Chai Creme Frappuccino is basically a chai tea latte turned into a Frappuccino!
It still has that spicy chai flavour, but the ice and milk smooth it out, so you get the spice in a softer, creamier way. The whipped cream and cinnamon on top add a sweeter finish.
As a cinnamon lover, it’s one of my favorite treats during the summertime.
It is not as sweet as a regular milkshake, but it still feels thick and satisfying for a blended drink.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 340 kcal
6. Pumpkin Spice Latte
The iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte (or ‘PSL’) is available at the turn of the fall at Starbucks, which is usually around August 30th.
There may be some stereotypes surrounding PSLs, but I’m not ashamed to say they’re quite possibly my favorite Starbucks seasonal drink.
The Pumpkin Spice Latte is a mix of espresso and steamed milk with pumpkin syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove and topped with whip.
I don’t remember the first time I tried it, which says a lot because it has become part of my fall routine.
As soon as the leaves start changing, I find myself wanting a flannel and a toasty Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 390 kcal
7. Cinnamon Latte
A latte is already a safe bet for me, and cinnamon brings out the roasty side of the espresso without making it harsh.
The Cinnamon Latte is creamy, spicy, bold, with a bit of sweetness that rounds it all out perfectly.
I personally love it with whipped cream, but it’s by default only sprinkled with a bit of cinnamon powder on top.
For me, it lands in a nice middle ground between sweet and bold, while still feeling lighter than many seasonal drinks.
8. Iced Cinnamon Latte
I usually think of cinnamon as a cooler-weather flavour, but it works surprisingly well over ice too.
The Iced Cinnamon Latte is one of the iced coffee drinks I order most often.
The cinnamon keeps it from tasting thin or watered down, even after a few sips, which is why I order it again.
The mix of sweet milk and spicy cinnamon works well here, and the cold serving makes it easy to drink on a hot day.
It’s very similar to the Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte, but with a bit less of a spicy kick from the cinnamon, and more creaminess from the Dolce syrup.
Tips From A Barista: Compliment the iced cinnamon latte further with whipped cream, cinnamon powder, and cinnamon sprinkles for a sweeter blend of latte while keeping the cinnamon flavor intact.
9. Caramel Apple Spice
I should have been warned before I first tried the Caramel Apple Spice, because I was hooked after the first sip.
It’s one of my favourite autumn drinks, made with steamed apple juice, cinnamon syrup, caramel drizzle, and whipped cream.
The calming, aromatic balance with rich, buttery sweetness and spiciness tastes like a caramel apple!
It’s relatively high in calories and sugar, but I figure it evens out with all the shivering I’m doing when autumn hits.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 380 kcal
Tips From A Barista: Pair it with the ginger biscuits available in Starbucks, and enjoy the spices mixed together for a perfect fall or winter treat.
10. Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte
The Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte is sweet and smooth, with a cinnamon finish that comes across more like candy than spice.
I like how the ice softens the milk and keeps the drink feeling silky rather than thin.
I probably enjoy the iced version even more than the hot one, and that says a lot because I really like the hot one too!
However, I prefer it by subbing either the milk for cream or for oat milk.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 300 kcal
How To Order Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte
- Ask the barista to make the iced cinnamon dolce latte as a macchiato, with coconut milk instead and topped with whipped cream and dolce sprinkles.
11. Iced Cinnamon Toast Crunch
Ah, yes, the elusive Cinnamon Toast Crunch drink!
It’s not on the regular menu, and I’ve memorised the recipe so I can order it whenever I want something sweet and a little nostalgic.
I always recommend it to my white mocha fan friends, as it comes with espresso, white mocha, raw sugar, Cinnamon Dolce syrup, and cinnamon sprinkles.
It is not exactly a light choice, but that is part of the point.
How To Order Iced Cinnamon Toast Crunch
- Ask the barista for a Venti Iced White Mocha with only 2 pumps of white mocha. Then, add 3 pumps of Cinnamon Dolce syrup. Finish it with whipped cream, raw sugar, and cinnamon sprinkles.
12. Pumpkin Spice Creme Frappuccino
Pumpkin usually reads as a hot drink to me, so I was surprised by how well the Pumpkin Spice Creme Frappuccino works.
This Frappuccino mixes creaminess with pumpkin pie spices that reminds me of pretty much every holiday season ever.
It’s blended with milk, pumpkin, fall spice flavours, creme base, and topped with whipped cream and actual pumpkin pie spices.
It’s thick without turning into the kind of drink you have to work at, like some Frappuccinos do.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 360 kcal
Tips From A Barista: Add a shot or two of espresso for a high-energy, tasty pumpkin pie treat!
13. Apple Crisp Macchiato
This next drink tastes like apple pie to me!
The Apple Crisp Macchiato is perfect for fans of apple cider – it’s just a bit sweeter and creamier!
The Apple Crisp Macchiato is a wonderful concoction of apple brown sugar syrup, steamed milk, and espresso and topped with spiced-apple crisp drizzle.
I like the drizzle, but I think the drink tastes cleaner without too much of it, especially when the drizzle is heavy, because the sweetness can push it too far.
Tips From A Barista: Ask your barista to add some cinnamon syrup to give you the extra spice you crave, and it works well with some extra brown sugar on top.
14. Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
The Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is one of the drinks I look forward to most.
It has a bold cold brew base, a noticeable caffeine kick, and a pumpkin cream topping that makes the whole drink feel softer and more balanced than sweeter pumpkin drinks.
The Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is their regular Cold Brew with Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam, which is made by mixing vanilla sweet cream, vanilla syrup, and a dusting of pumpkin spice.
The cold brew brings out nutty, caramel-like notes, and the pumpkin cream rounds them off without making the finish dull.
Calories for the Grande size (16 fl oz): 250 kcal
15. Cinnamon Roll Latte
This is the other secret menu cinnamon drink from Starbucks!
The Cinnamon Roll Latte does indeed feel like dessert, with bold espresso and steamed milk wrapped in whipped cream and Cinnamon Dolce sprinkles.
It also includes white mocha and Cinnamon Dolce syrups, which makes it very sweet and very much a treat rather than an everyday order.
How To Order Cinnamon Roll Latte
- Ask the barista for a Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte, add white mocha sauce, and ask for the milk to be steamed with vanilla bean powder.
How are Starbucks cinnamon drinks served?
Drink | Hot/Cold |
|---|---|
Cinnamon Dolce Latte | Hot |
Cinnamon Dolce Creme | Hot |
Chai Tea Brewed | Hot |
Chai Tea Latte | Both |
Chai Creme Frappuccino | Cold |
Pumpkin Spice Latte | Hot |
Cinnamon Latte | Hot |
Iced Cinnamon Latte | Cold |
Caramel Apple Spice | Cold |
Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte | Cold |
Iced Cinnamon Toast Crunch (Secret Menu) | Cold |
Pumpkin Spice Creme Frappuccino | Cold |
Apple Crisp Macchiato | Hot |
Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew | Cold |
Cinnamon Roll Latte (Secret Menu) | Hot |
Tips when ordering cinnamon drinks at Starbucks
Starbucks’ cinnamon syrup is a cinnamon dolce syrup, which means it is sweetened before it ever reaches the cup, so it does not taste sharp or dry.
For some cinnamon lovers, that is disappointing, but it is also part of why so many popular cinnamon drinks lean dessert-like.
But if you needed more of that cinnamon kick, simply ask for cinnamon dolce sprinkles on your drink.
The cinnamon dolce sprinkles add a stronger cinnamon finish and a little extra spice on the last sip.
The Starbucks vanilla drink syrup and brown sugar syrup both work well with the cinnamon dolce syrup and gives you an even balance of sweet and spicy while maintaining the cinnamon flavor.
I would not add anything too overpowering, though, because caramel syrup is so sweet it can drown out the cinnamon dolce flavour.
Stick to vanilla, brown sugar, or an even more simple syrup for a more subtle sweet taste.
One thing I like about Starbucks is how easy it is to customise a drink.
The Starbucks app also makes customising easier in some locations, which keeps a cinnamon craving simple.
FAQs
How many pumps of syrup are in a grande cinnamon dolce?
Starbucks uses 4 pumps of syrup in all their grande drinks as standard, including the grande cinnamon dolce latte. The tall size comes with 3, and a venti comes with 5.
What brand of cinnamon does Starbucks use?
The cinnamon powder from Starbucks is Korintje cinnamon powder.
The cinnamon dolce syrup, just like Starbucks other syrups, is made by Starbucks and can be purchased from Amazon or grocery stores like Walmart.
What does Cinnamon Dolce mean?
Dolce is Italian for sweet, so the cinnamon dolce syrup at Starbucks literally means sweet cinnamon syrup.
The sweet cinnamon syrup gives Starbucks cinnamon drinks a fuller flavour, with spice first and sweetness underneath.
Does Starbucks Cinnamon Powder Have Sugar?
Starbucks cinnamon powder does not have sugar.
Conclusion
Starbucks cinnamon drinks are easy to enjoy because there is a good mix of hot and iced options.
My personal favourites are the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew and the Caramel Apple Spice.
The Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew tastes like a cold slice of pumpkin pie, and the Caramel Apple Spice is warm, cosy, and sweet with enough spice to keep it interesting.
Those are the cinnamon drinks that stay in my rotation.
