9 Dutch Bros keto drinks I order without sacrificing flavor

The 9 best keto Dutch Bros drinks on the menu

1. Americano

When I first started experimenting with keto two years ago, I found it hard to enjoy my usual Dutch Bros drinks without the carbs.

After a while, I realised I did not need to make it complicated. Sometimes the classics are the easiest orders to keep keto.

The Americano is the obvious place to start for me.

The Americano coffee is a classic order for keto fans as it has no carbs or calories. Made of just espresso and water, you can choose to get the keto Americano iced or hot.

There is nothing fancy here, just espresso and water. After trying enough syrup-heavy drinks, I came back to this because it stays clean, simple, and easy to keep low-carb.

Delicious, earthy, and straight to the point, Americanos are perfect for coffee purists and sleep-deprived writers alike.

2. Cold Brew

I went through a cold brew phase too.

Like the Americano, cold brew coffee is made up of simply coffee grounds and water. Dutch Bros’ Cold Brew is smooth and bold with less acidity to it than an Americano (which I honestly prefer). Plus, it packs a hell of a caffeine punch.

My usual cold brew order is some combination of half and half and sugar-free vanilla syrup. It is one of those drinks that feels easy to reach for first thing in the morning because the texture is smooth without getting too heavy.

3. Nitro Cold Brew

A popular version is the Nitro Cold Brew, which can still be relatively low in carbs depending on how it is made. I still treat the original cold brew as the safest base if I am being strict about keto.

Nitro Cold Brew is deliciously smooth and creamy on its own but gets even better when you start getting creative.

In winter, I like ordering a sugar-free Kicker because it gives me that Irish cream vibe without pushing me off track.

If I am ordering a Nitro-Infused Cold Brew, it usually means I have a long day ahead, but I still want something that fits my diet.

4. Blue Rebel & Peach Rebel

There are days when coffee just does not cut it. That is when I reach for a Rebel energy drink.

Dutch Bros' Rebel line comes in several flavors, and some locations serve both canned and made-to-order versions.

The sugar-free rebel drinks are keto-friendly and provide a decent caffeine hit while having less than 10 grams of carbs and calories per serving.

I am not usually an energy drink person, but Rebel changed my mind. The sweet, fruity flavors were what got me, and the bright colors do make the drink feel a bit more fun.

5. Breve

As a kid, I used to love sipping a slushy on the ride home from the store. As an adult, that same craving usually shows up as a creamy blended breve.

Consisting of plain black coffee and their Kick Me Mix, I just can’t get enough of this smooth and creamy drink.

Kick Me Mix is based on a half-and-half base, and Dutch Bros can pair it with sugar-free syrups.

My regular rotation includes a few breves, but Golden Eagle and Kicker are the ones I keep coming back to when I want something sweet, creamy, and a little more indulgent.

6. Carburetor-Style Drinks

Before going keto, I was completely into Dutch Bros Freezes. They are sweet, creamy, and dessert-like enough that I never needed much convincing.

Most Freeze drinks are not keto-friendly because the Freeze mix brings in a lot of sugar and carbs. I missed those flavours until I realised I could order them Carburetor-style.

Carburetor-style drinks are just Freezes that have the Freeze mix swapped out – one simple swap is all it takes to enjoy one of these bad boys.

That workaround lets me scratch the same itch with favourites like Dream Weaver without feeling like I have blown the whole day.

7. Sugar-Free Teas

Dutch Bros is still a coffee stop first, but there is enough tea on the menu that I have never felt boxed in.

I have been a die-hard tea drinker for most of my life, and I often reach for tea before coffee.

Dutch Bros has plenty of sugar-free tea options, hot or iced, when I want caffeine without going back to coffee.

• Decaf Ceylon - Ceylon tea is a type of Sri Lankan black tea that can also be found in green, white, and oolong varieties.
• Green Tea - Green tea is a popular choice among keto fans for its delicious taste, low nutritional information, and numerous potential health benefits.
• Earl Grey Tea - Earl grey is a smoky classic black tea flavored with bergamot. A classy choice!
• Paris Tea -  Another delicious black tea with bergamot oil, this low-carb hot drink has a hint of vanilla and caramel.
• Hot Cinnamon Spice Tea - This black tea with cinnamon, orange peel, and sweet cloves is delightfully fall-appropriate while being sugar-free.
• The Juice Tea - Fresh and fruity, the juice tea is a sweet tea that really hits the spot. 

8. Dutch Classics

Once I started paying closer attention to carbs, I stopped treating every fancy flavour mix as worth the tradeoff.

A lot of my favourites are in the classic flavour group, including the Caramelizer, Golden Eagle Breve, and Kicker. Some still need a tweak or two before they fit a keto order cleanly.

Even with switching the milk and sauces, the classics tend to have around 10 grams of carbs. Talk about having your (Classic) cake and eating it too!

9. Dutch Bros Cafe Au Lait Americano

After working through plenty of fancy combinations, sometimes a plain coffee is the easiest way to start my day.

The Cafe Au Lait Americano is one of those orders.

The Cafe au Lait Americano is a take on the original Americano but made with steamed milk. I love adding a pump of sugar-free vanilla or caramel if I fancy something simple yet sweet.

It feels more like a morning treat for me because the carb count can climb quickly depending on the size and build, so I do not usually save it for later in the day.

3 Amazing benefits of drinking keto based!

Muscle mass preservation

Some keto research discusses protein intake, ketones, and muscle retention, especially in people who lift weights.

It can help treat cancer

Some studies have looked at keto-friendly drinks as part of broader discussions about cancer, but that is a medical topic that needs careful sourcing.

The research is still not settled, so the specific effects on cancer prevention or treatment need more controlled studies.

Can aid in treating brain and body diseases

For me, that means treating these drinks as a way to stay on track with keto, not as a disease treatment.

How to successfully order Dutch Bros keto drinks

Avoid smoothies

If you were hoping for a sugar-free version of Dutch Bros smoothies, that is where things get disappointing.

Choose a low-calorie milk option

A lot of the popular drinks on the menu rely on milk or cream for their texture and taste.

That works fine in plenty of drinks, but it is less helpful if you are keeping close track of carbs or other nutrition numbers.

When I am trying to keep a drink low-carb, I usually ask about the dairy swaps on offer, including coconut milk, almond milk, oat milk, non-fat milk, and more.

Choose heavy whipping cream

If I do want something richer, cream can add that extra comfort to a hot keto drink.

Dutch Bros has several cream options, including heavy whipping cream, heavy cream, and whipped cream.

Keep it black

If dairy is off the table, black coffee is the simplest low-carb order.

Black coffee can still feel more interesting with Dutch Bros sugar-free syrups.

Try a sugar-free syrup

Sugar-free syrups are one of the quickest ways to make a keto-style order feel less plain. There are plenty to choose from:

Ask the bro-ista questions!

If I am unsure about an order, I ask the bro-ista.

They usually know their sugar-free Caramelizer from their OG Gummy Bear and can help narrow down the better keto choices.

Sometimes they will suggest a combination I would not have thought of, like a sugar-free Snickers copycat.

That kind of advice saves me from guessing my way through a hot keto drink at the counter.

Dutch Bros drinks to avoid!

If you want to avoid non-keto drinks altogether, these are the Dutch Bros orders I usually skip.

Dutch Frost - A blended frozen drink that feels a lot like an ice cream shake. You can make it dairy-free with coconut milk or almond milk, but it still is not sugar-free or zero-carb, so it never really fits the same keto lane as a simpler coffee.

Sodas and Rebels - These drinks are not keto-friendly thanks to the syrups used in many versions. The more complex flavours, like Shark Attack, usually fall into that camp, although there are sugar-free Rebel options if you want to stay closer to keto.

Smoothies - The fruit and Torani smoothie concentrate used here make most of them too high in sugar and carbs for keto.

Cocoa - Some versions use chocolate sauce, and even swapping in sugar-free chocolate sauce and non-fat milk would not make it a great keto choice.

FAQs

How many calories are in a Golden Eagle from Dutch Bros?

The Dutch Bros Golden Eagle is calorie-heavy, with a small at 340 calories, a medium at 480, and a large at 560 calories per serving.

Does Starbucks or Dutch Bros have better Keto drink options?

Both Dutch Bros and Starbucks have solid keto drink options, and both offer non-dairy milk alternatives and sugar-free syrup. Which one works better for me usually comes down to what is available near me and what I already like.

Which low-carb drink will you try next?

Going keto does not mean I cannot have my favourite Dutch Bros drinks anymore, but it does mean I tweak the order a bit.

Playing around with sugar-free syrups and dairy swaps keeps the menu interesting without making keto feel too restrictive.