Caramel is undoubtedly a great compliment to any coffee, dessert… or anything! It's even great by itself--who doesn't enjoy its sweet, creamy, rich, buttery taste?
If you're obsessed with caramel (like most people) and you love visiting Dutch Bros, you probably want to try every caramel drink they have on their menu.
That's why I have created a special list for caramel drinks fans.
This article will list the best Dutch Bros caramel drinks so you know which ones to try on your next visit to this coffee chain.
Ready to dig in?
19 Best Dutch Bros Caramel Drinks You Should Try
1. Golden Eagle Breve
The Golden Eagle Breve is a pretty straightforward coffee blend.
It is made with espresso shots, half and half, vanilla syrup, and caramel sauce, and then topped with whipped cream and more caramel sauce.
While this Dutch Bros Golden Eagle Breve seems like a simple option, the flavor of each ingredient compliments one another, resulting in a creamy, decadent cup that you will surely enjoy while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Just imagine this: the strong, bitter taste of the espresso shot, combined with the creamy, velvety texture of the breve, the rich, buttery flavor of the caramel, and the sweetness of vanilla syrup, all in one cup.
It is then topped with whipped cream for more creaminess and more caramel sauce to seal the deal.
Sweet, creamy, and velvety heaven--that’s what you will get in this Dutch Classic Breve cup.
2. Snickers Freeze
Apart from their regular menu, there are also a bunch of secret menu caramel drinks at Dutch Bros.
One of the must-try drinks is the Snickers Freeze. As its name implies, the flavor of this one is based on the popular candy bar, Snickers.
This drink is a Freeze, the Dutch Bros version of Starbucks's Frappucino.[1] This means that you're in for a great treat.
If you're lucky, the barista might already know what a Snicker's Freeze is, meaning you don't have to give them the drink's recipe.
Ask Barista For: An espresso with a Freeze base, and blend it with hazelnut syrup, chocolate sauce, and caramel sauce. Then, top it with some whipped cream, and you're good to go.
3. Kicker Breve Extra Sweet with Caramel
I'll share with you a little secret. Breve can magically transform any, as in ANY, caramel drinks at Dutch Bros. Want to know why?
Well, if it's your first time hearing about breve, this ingredient is essentially half and half, which contains equal parts of whole milk and light cream.
Compared to other dairy milk, this contains 10-12% fat, giving it a creamier consistency.
So, imagine this creamy, velvety mixture with caramel flavor drinks--a match made in heaven, right?
The Dutch Classic Breve doesn't contain any caramel sauce. Its original version contains espresso shots, breve, and non-alcoholic Irish cream syrup.
However, caramel fans tweaked this recipe and added some caramel sauce to make it sweeter and richer.
The result? I'll leave it for you to fill in.
Barista HQ Tip: In need of a caffeine kick? Try adding more espresso to your drinks!
4. Caramel Cold Brew
If you need a caffeine boost but still like to keep your beverage on the sweeter side, this is the best drink for you.
The name speaks for itself; it's made with Dutch Bros cold brew flavored with caramel sauce. So, nothing fancy, just the classics.
Although cold brew is usually served with ice, Dutch Bros also allows you to order this drink hot or, as the coffee chain calls it, "toasted."
So, if iced coffee isn't the right choice for you, why not try it toasted? Then, if you want something creamy, you can add your preferred milk to it.
Barista HQ Tip: Try adding some soft top to your Caramel Cold Brew and see how it can magically transform this classic coffee.
5. Salted Caramel Oat Milk Latte
In some caramel drinks, the caramel flavor can be overly sweet, and that's normal.
The Salted Caramel Oat Milk latte is your best bet if you don't fancy a sweet drink but still crave some caffeine with a caramel taste.
Instead of the usual caramel sauce, this drink comes with Dutch Bros salted caramel syrup, a wonderful combination of sweet and salty.
This flavor combo of the salted caramel syrup and the oat milk compliments the bitter taste of the espresso shots, creating a harmonious blend in every cup.
The best part? This beverage is made with oat milk, making it the perfect pick for those who are lactose intolerant and vegan.
No wonder this is one of the best and healthiest Dutch Bros caramel drinks.
Barista HQ tip: If you’re ordering an iced Salted Caramel Oat Milk Latte, try adding a soft top and see how it makes this flavored latte even better.
6. Caramelizer
Just by its name, I'm pretty sure caramel lovers will come running to a Dutch Bros store after reading it.
The Dutch Bros Caramelizer, what can possibly be more caramel than that? The Caramelizer is essentially just caramel mocha.
It is made with espresso shots, the company's own chocolate milk, caramel sauce, and some whipped cream on top.
While it's not purely caramel, the chocolate milk makes the flavor of the caramel stand out while giving it a chocolatey goodness.
Give it a go and you’ll find out why most people think this is the best drink.
7. Golden Eagle Chai
If you're not a coffee person or just trying to avoid caffeine, you can still enjoy caramel drinks at Dutch Bros and one of the best ones you can order is the Golden Eagle Chai.
This beverage is made with chai tea, breve, vanilla syrup, and caramel sauce, then topped with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
It's essentially a Golden Eagle Breve, only with a chai tea!
Barista HQ Tip: Ask for espresso shots if you want some caffeine and turn this drink into a dirty chai!
8. Reese’s Freeze
Are you a Reese’s fan? If so, then this drink is definitely a must-try for you.
While there’s still a debate going around on whether it really does taste like Reese’s or not, I think that this coffee lives up to its name.
Yes, it’s not as nutty as the chocolate bar, but you still get a flavor combo that hits just the right spot of sweet and salty.
However, don't just march into a Dutch Bros store and ask for a Reese's Freeze.
Although some baristas may know what you're talking about, not everyone is familiar with this secret menu Dutch Bros drink.
So, bookmark this post on your browser to keep this recipe around.
Ask Barista For: An espresso and a Freeze base blended with chocolate sauce, salted caramel syrup, and hazelnut syrup. Then, ask for whipped cream on top. I also love adding some chocolate drizzle, making this drink even more chocolatey.
9. Caramel and Hazelnut Latte
A latte is a great drink, but sometimes it can be boring if you have it every day.
So, how can you spice up a latte? By adding some flavors to it, but what flavors? A flavor combo I recommend you try is caramel and hazelnut.
The Caramel and Hazelnut Latte is simple yet delightful. When you get this drink, you're basically ordering a latte with caramel sauce and hazelnut syrup.
You can also choose what milk you want to add to this drink.
As I've mentioned, I'm a big fan of breve on our caramel drinks, but you can add any milk you like, including chocolate milk or whole milk!
Barista HQ Tip: If you prefer to avoid having a lot of sugars in your drink, ask for sugar-free caramel and hazelnut syrups. It contains the same amount of sweetness, minus the "bad stuff."
10. Horchata Chai
Historically, horchata is made with plant-based milk. However, at Dutch Bros, an actual horchata isn’t available.
That’s why horchata fans out there created this unique recipe to recreate their favorite, resulting in this flavorful secret menu Horchata Chai.
This drink contains chai, milk, caramel sauce, cinnamon syrup, and white chocolate sauce.
The recipe seems a bit odd for a horchata, but the cinnamon syrup and white chocolate sauce magically turn a simple chai latte into this spiced tea drink.
This caramel drink is usually served hot, but you can request it to be served over ice.
11. Picture Perfect Freeze with Caramel Drizzle
Capture the beauty of this Dutch Freeze--it's pure perfection!
The Picture Perfect Freeze is an indulgent blended coffee drink with caramel and chocolate sauce drizzled on the cup and topped off with whipped cream and caramel drizzle, creating a delightful treat for your senses.
Every sip is a decadent experience, with a smooth blend of coffee and the perfect balance of caramel and chocolate sauce.
This frozen drink is truly a work of art, a masterpiece in every way, and a must-try for anyone who loves indulging in sweet, rich flavors.
So go ahead and treat yourself to this caramel Freeze.
12. Caramel Frost
Who says caramel should only be mixed with coffee and tea? At Dutch Bros, caramel can be mixed with everything, including ice cream.
Yes, you've read it right. The Caramel Frost is the company's take on milkshakes. In fact, this coffee shop offers a wide range of milkshakes or Frosts to choose from.[2]
Since there’s no caffeine in this drink, kids and kids at heart can enjoy this drink anytime.
So, if you’re craving caramel, why don’t you give this flavored drink a try? I'm 100% sure it’ll hit the spot.
13. Trifecta Freeze
True caramel fans know this sweet treat is the perfect match for chocolate.
Just think of most chocolate bars available in the market; they seem to have one common ingredient apart from chocolate: caramel.
The Trifecta Freeze is giving you exactly this perfect match.
It is made with espresso shots and a Freeze base, blended with caramel sauce, white chocolate sauce, and dark chocolate sauce. The recipe says it all.
Barista HQ Tip: Try adding a chocolate drizzle to this frozen drink; you'll thank me later.
14. 9-1-1 Extra Sweet with Caramel
Do you know that Dutch Bros offers a highly caffeinated drink, even higher than a cold brew? This drink is called the 9-1-1.
It comes with six shots of espresso, Irish cream syrup, and breve.
The 9-1-1 Extra Sweet with Caramel comes with the same amount of espresso shots, breve, Irish cream syrup, and caramel syrup.
I love making this drink extra sweet, so I usually add more caramel syrup as a topping. Just be careful when consuming this drink; you might get jittery throughout the day.
On top of that, too much caffeine can cause impairment in sleep.[3]
However, if you’re not sensitive to caffeine and need an energy boost, you’ll never go wrong!
15. Dutch Canyon Mocha with Caramel Drizzle
One of the most popular secret menu caramel drinks at Dutch Bros is the Dutch Canyon Mocha with Caramel Drizzle.
This beverage is made with espresso shots, chocolate milk, chocolate sauce, white chocolate sauce, chocolate macadamia nut syrup, whipped cream, and caramel drizzle.
Yes, I know, it sounds like an overloaded chocolate drink, but don’t be fooled.
The bitterness of the coffee and the sweetness of the caramel balance out the chocolate flavor.
If you want to order this one, make sure you save this post because your barista may not be aware of this drink.
16. Wallaby Freeze
If you can't get enough of the frozen caramel drinks at Dutch Bros, then the Wallaby Freeze should be on your list.
This espresso-based drink is made with chocolate macadamia nut syrup, dark chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, and whipped cream.
One thing to note about this drink: it's packed with a lot of sugar, with a medium drink containing 780 calories.
That's a lot for one drink, but if you're not trying to lose weight, then go ahead and indulge.
17. Dirty Caterpillar
Another top pick for me is the Dirty Caterpillar.
It is a secret menu drink made with a smoothie base, caramel sauce, and apple syrup.
This drink has no caffeine, so anyone can enjoy this delightful smoothie, even kids!
So, if you're a fan of the caramel apple dessert, save this recipe so you know the contents of the drink in case the barista isn't familiar with it.
18. Flap Jack Freeze
If you’re looking for more dessert drinks, the Flap Jack Freeze is one of the sweetest caramel drinks.
This secret menu caramel drink is made with espresso, a Freeze base, white chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, vanilla syrup, and whipped cream.
The resulting cup is rich, creamy, and decadent. That's addicting. Every sip leaves you wanting more!
19. Caramel Freeze
If you don't like adding too many flavors to your coffee drink, the Caramel Freeze is your ideal drink.
It's a blended coffee caramel drink made with espresso, Freeze base, caramel sauce, and whipped cream.
Since there is no other flavor in its contents, you can savor the caramel flavor in every sip. That’s why this drink is always a hit for those who love simple caramel drinks.
You can make this drink sweeter with added caramel syrup on top. This may add extra sugar to your drink, but it will make it even tastier!
Tips On Ordering Caramel Drinks At Dutch Bros
Ordering Dutch Bros caramel drinks is usually super easy. Most of the items on our list are available on our regular menu.
For the secret menu ones, make sure you have the recipe with you when you order. All drinks are available in small, medium, and large sizes.
You can customize your drinks and add caramel to any drink, even the Dutch Bros Rebel collection. However, I don't think that a caramel energy drink would be tasty, but you do you.
In addition to those, here are some other tips you should know:
Add Caramel Drizzle to Any Beverage
If you want more caramel in your beverage, request a caramel drizzle.
Try The Sugar-Free Caramel
Dutch Bros offers a sugar-free caramel sauce. If you're trying to stay away from sugar, this is a good choice.
Ask For a “Picture Perfect”
If your drink recipe calls for both caramel and chocolate sauce, you can ask for a “picture perfect.”
The barista will drizzle both of these sauces around the cup and on top of the whipped cream.
Frequently Asked Dutch Bros Caramel Drink Questions
Does Dutch Bros have caramel frappe?
Yes, Dutch Bros’s caramel frappe is called Caramel Freeze.
What kind of caramel does Dutch Bros use?
All the syrups at Dutch Bros, including caramel and salted caramel, are from Torani.
Does Dutch Bros make caramel macchiato?
Yes, but instead of calling it caramel macchiato, the drink is called Golden Eagle.
Does Dutch Bros have salted caramel syrup?
Yes, Dutch Bros has salted caramel syrup made by Torani.
How much is a Caramelizer?
The price of a small, medium, and large Caramelizer are $3, $3.50, and $4.50, respectively.
Conclusion
This is the best caramel coffee for me, and I've tried a bunch of caramel drinks at Dutch Bros, so I know what I'm talking about.
I hope you find your next favorite Dutch Bros caramel drinks on our list.
Whether you're a coffee, tea, or milkshake fan, there's a caramel drink for you.
On top of that, you customize and create your own at Dutch Bros!
References:
1. https://www.dutchbros.com/menu/freeze
2. https://www.dutchbros.com/menu/frost
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5445139/
