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Alongside the donuts and coffee, Dunkin' has a line of Refreshers I usually go for when I want something cold, sweet, and a little lighter than iced coffee.
If I had to pick a starting point, these are the nine flavors I would look at first on Dunkin's summer menu.
9 Dunkin’ Donuts Refresher drinks (Best flavors to order in summer)
They are still a newer part of the menu, but I hear about them enough in warm weather that they no longer feel like an afterthought.
These are the ones I would start with.
1. Pink Strawberry Coconut Milk Refresher
When I want something sweet, creamy, and cold without going all the way to a milk-heavy latte, I usually reach for the Pink Strawberry Coconut Milk Refresher.
The strawberry dragon fruit combination works well, but there’s no denying that the strawberry flavor overpowers the dragonfruit.
The dragonfruit softens the fruit note, and the coconut milk reins in the sweetness while giving the drink a smoother finish.
You can get a medium for about $3, so the best news of all is that it won’t break the bank.
2. Purple Pomegranate Coconut Milk Refresher
Purple Pomegranate is one of the easiest coconut Refreshers to spot because of the soft purple color, and it always looks a little more playful than the name suggests.
It blends blueberry and pomegranate juices with coconut milk, so the fruit comes through against a creamy base instead of a thin, tea-like finish.
The color is gorgeous, but the drink is very sweet, almost like fruity cotton candy. I still order it when I want something dessert-like, but a small is usually enough for me.
These Dunkin refreshers have caffeine from the green tea, but only a small hit.
Tips From A Barista
- Want a more subtle fruit flavor? Ask for less fruit concentrate and more coconut milk instead.
3. Peach Passionfruit Refresher
Peach Passion Fruit is all about peach first, with passion fruit bringing a sharper citrusy bite that keeps the drink from tasting flat.
Unlike the previous Pink Strawberry and the Purple Pomegranate, the Peach Passion flavor isn’t made with a coconut milk base (unless you ask for it).
I tried it both ways and honestly prefer it without coconut milk, but that’s just me.
It has been on the menu long enough that I think of it as one of Dunkin's staple Refresher flavors, the kind people return to when they want something familiar.
4. Golden Peach Coconut Milk Refresher
Golden Peach Coconut keeps the peach flavor front and center, but the coconut milk base makes it taste softer and creamier than the lemonade or tea-based drinks.
These Dunkin refreshers combine sweet peach and passion fruit while also delivering a slight taste of lychee.
It also uses green tea in the base. I do not taste much coconut, but I always notice the fuller mouthfeel, which is what changes the drink most for me.
5. Apple Cranberry Refresher
Apple Cranberry is a good option when I want to move away from hot coffee without jumping straight to the sweetest drink on the menu.
It’s a good thing this Apple Cranberry Refresher can be ordered year-round ’cause it is such a hit of Fall for me.
It combines Honeycrisp apple and cranberry flavors with brewed green tea and B vitamins, and the result reads more crisp and tart than creamy or heavy.
6. Blueberry Pomegranate Refresher
Blueberry Pomegranate is basically Purple Pomegranate without the creamy coconut finish, so it tastes lighter and a little cleaner on the finish.
It features a combination of iced green tea, flavored fruit concentrate of blueberry and pomegranate, and B vitamins.
This drink convinced me that blueberry and pomegranate are an underrated combo – I practically lived off this at uni.
7. Strawberry Dragon fruit Refresher
Strawberry Dragonfruit has been on the menu long enough that it feels like a classic now, especially if you already know you like fruit-forward drinks.
It’s very similar to the newer Pink Strawberry Coconut Milk option, just without the added coconut milk.
I am not a huge coconut fan, so this is the one I reach for when I want the strawberry to lead and the dragonfruit to stay in the background.
8. Strawberry Lemonade Refresher
The Lemonade Refreshers swap out the coconut milk or green tea base for lemonade, which makes them taste brighter, sharper, and more acidic right away.
The most popular of these is the Strawberry Lemonade Refresher, which is made by combining lemonade with strawberry fruit extracts and a blend of B Vitamins.
The Strawberry Lemonade Refresher reminds me of a sunset, and the color fits the flavor because it tastes juicy and bright before the lemonade finish comes through.
9. Blueberry Lemonade Refresher
Blueberry Lemonade works the same way, just with blueberry concentrate instead of strawberry. I notice the lemonade more here, which keeps the drink from leaning too sweet.
The combination of lemon and blueberry is as refreshing as it gets, but feel free to ask for coconut milk added if you prefer your Dunkin refreshers on the creamier side.
I honestly prefer this version to the coconut one, but that might be my anti-coconut bias showing.
What are Dunkin’ Donuts Refreshers & how to order them?
Dunkin' Refreshers were made for people who want something lighter than coffee but still want a little caffeine in the cup.
No matter the flavor you choose, each Refresher is made from a concentrate that contains green tea extract and B vitamins, so there’s no denying that Refreshers have caffeine.
They are also meant to stay on the lighter side calorie-wise, especially compared with many iced coffee drinks that can climb much higher.
They’re made without artificial flavors or dyes, and the flavoring comes from a fruity concentrate base that’s diluted with green tea or coconut milk based on the customer’s choice.
Tips for ordering
On the online menu, Dunkin' places Refreshers under Teas & More.
They are available any time of day, and you usually do not need extra sweetener because the fruit concentrate is already presweetened.
Standard Refreshers don’t come with dairy, but if you want a creamier drink, feel free to ask for yours with milk, cream, or a non-dairy alternative.
The Dunkin' app is handy for ordering, but availability seems to vary by location and flavor, so I would check what shows up for your store before assuming everything is listed.
For any of the coconut milk versions, you’ll have to order at the store counter or the drive-thru window.
FAQs
Is the menu for Dunkin’ Donuts Refreshers seasonal?
Some Refreshers are seasonal, like Mango Pineapple, while others, like Peach Passion, tend to stick around year round. That gives you the choice between a familiar flavor and something more limited when it shows up.
Are Dunkin’ Refreshers high in calories?
Refreshers are relatively low in calories. A small is listed at 80 calories, the medium at about 130, and the large at under 200, before any add-ins.
Do Dunkin’ Refreshers have a lot of sugar?
They are still fairly sugary, usually around 27 to 29 grams, thanks to the presweetened fruit concentrate.
Do Dunkin’ Refreshers have caffeine?
They do contain caffeine.
The amount varies, but a medium is listed at 66 milligrams of caffeine, which is roughly a third of a small Dunkin' iced coffee.
How much do Dunkin’ Refreshers cost?
A medium Refresher is usually cheaper than a comparable iced coffee order, though the exact total depends on location and tax.
Conclusion
That is the full rundown on Dunkin' Refreshers. If I were picking a first order, I would go with Golden Peach Coconut or Peach Passion Fruit, since both give you a clear sense of what the line does without leaning too far in one direction.
After a few of these, it is easy to see why they become a warm-weather habit for so many people.
Golden Peach is the softer one, while Peach Passion Fruit gives you the brighter, sharper fruit bite.
