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Dutch Bros has a huge regular menu, but the secret drinks are what I keep hearing about and trying.
Dutch Bros has been part of the coffee scene since 1992, and while I’ve only been a customer for about 13 years, it has quietly turned into my favorite.
I like surprising friends with a secret-menu order at the drive-through, so I pulled together my top 7 Dutch Bros drinks.
Dutch Bros gets creative fast once you start looking beyond the standard menu.
The regular drink options range from classic coffees and teas to energizing blended drinks.
The secret menu is where the more playful ideas show up.
I still order a regular Americano now and then, but drinks like the Dirty Caterpillar and Golden Eagle Breve are what made me pay closer attention to the chain.
Here are my top picks from each type of Dutch Bros drink:
Tea drinks winner
Electric Berry Green Tea
Electric Berry Green Tea Standard Ingredients
- green tea
- lime Syrup
- blue raspberry syrup
The first sip of a bright, flavorful drink is what gets me, especially when it hits with more punch than I expected.
That is probably why the Electric Berry Green Tea has such a fitting name. Every sip lands with the same lively, wake-up kind of flavor.
The neon blue-green color makes it even harder to ignore.
The green tea base with lime and blue raspberry syrup doesn’t seem like the most obvious concoction, but it’s like a sweeter Warhead drink.
Chai Drinks Winner
Raspberry Vanilla Chai
Raspberry Vanilla Chai Standard Ingredients
- Oregon Chai tea
- Half and Half
- raspberry syrup
- vanilla
The light pink color of the Raspberry Vanilla Chai is part of the appeal, but what keeps me coming back is how soft and sweet it tastes.
The RVC is made by combining the Oregon Chai iced tea latte blend with raspberry syrup and vanilla.
For me, it tastes like yogurt, raspberries, and cinnamon together, and I usually order it sugar-free so it stays a little cleaner on the finish.
If I want the drink to look a little bolder, I ask for blue raspberry syrup. It pushes the color into a deeper purple than I expected.
Barista HQ Tip:
- Substitute the raspberry syrup for strawberry syrup. It tastes just like the Nesquik Strawberry Milk!
Freeze Drinks Winner
Dirty Caterpillar
Dirty Caterpillar Standard Ingredients
- green apple base
- caramel sauce
- Signature soft top
Caramel green apples are one of those flavors I enjoy but don't want too often, because the sweetness lingers.
That is why the Dirty Caterpillar feels especially fitting when the weather cools down, even if I’ve ordered it on warmer days too.
Mixing a green apple base with caramel sauce, it tastes a billion times better than it sounds.
I like marshmallow with caramel apple, so I usually ask for it with a soft top. The texture gives it the mellow sweetness I’m after.
Frost drinks winner
Bob Marley
Bob Marley Standard Ingredients
- ice cream Milkshake
- coconut syrup
- chocolate sauce
- banana
- Whipped Cream
Out of all the Dutch Bros secret menu items, the Bob Marley is probably the one people mention most often.
People usually call it “The Bob,” and it tastes just as rich as the name suggests, with a tropical edge underneath.
I get a dark chocolate-and-coconut note from it, which makes it a little like a drinkable Mounds bar.
The banana is the twist that keeps it from feeling too expected.
I used to assume the banana pointed to some deeper Bob Marley lore, but the version I’ve seen is that it comes from Bob Marley’s likeness appearing on a banana a few years ago!
Ask the Barista For:
- Ask for a Bob Marley Frost with Whipped Cream, which is a milkshake made out of ice cream, coconut syrup, chocolate sauce, and banana! The whip on top gives a banana split feel to it.
Rebel drinks winner
Double Rainbro Rebel
Double Rainbro Rebel Standard Ingredients
- Dutch Bros' Rebel Energy Drink
- peach Syrup
- strawberry Syrup
- coconut syrup
The Double Rainbro is the legendary flavor combo of peach, strawberry, and coconut syrups.
While this flavor combination can be ordered with any drink on the DB menu, the Double Rainbro Rebel is arguably the best.
The Rebel is Dutch Bros’ signature energy drink, and I like it on ice or blended because it feels closer to a custom drink than cracking open a canned energy drink.
If I’m in the mood for something richer, I’ll add a soft top or whipped cream!
Barista HQ Tip:
- I like drinking my Double Rainbro Rebel before working out, so I order mine sugar-free. It’s perfect to drink while watching carbs, calories, and sugars.
Breve drinks winner
Golden Eagle Breve
Golden Eagle Breve Standard Ingredients
- espresso
- breve
- vanilla
- caramel syrup
- caramel drizzle
The Dutch Bros Golden Eagle Breve has landed!
I’m a huge fan of caramel macchiatos, so this feels like Dutch Bros’ richer take on that idea.
With an expertly-crafted mixture of breve, vanilla and caramel syrups with espresso, and caramel drizzle, it’s unbeatable for caramel lovers.
The Golden Eagle Breve can be ordered blended, iced, or toasted, but I usually go for the latter two.
Ask the Barista For:
Mocha drinks winner
The Grasshopper Mocha
The Grasshopper Mocha Standard Ingredients
- espresso
- creme de menthe syrup
- dark chocolate sauce
- whipped cream
The Grasshopper is an old cocktail with plenty of history, and the Grasshopper Mocha at Dutch Bros earns the comparison.
With espresso, creme de menthe syrup, dark chocolate sauce, and whipped cream, it’s my go-to when I have a craving for the Girl Scouts Thin Mints!
The dark chocolate gives it a grounded, almost earthy base, while the mint keeps the drink sharp and cool.
It can be made blended, iced, or toasted, and I prefer the last two because the mint comes through more cleanly.
Ask the Barista For:
- Ask for a Grasshopper Mocha Picture-Perfect. The Broista will drizzle chocolate and caramel sauce around the cup and top it off with whip and more sauce!
The Dutch Bros secret menu is a list of drinks the chain can make, but doesn’t openly advertise.
Once I know the name, ordering it feels no different from asking for any other customized drink.
Some secret-menu drinks are almost open secrets, and plenty spread through TikTok, Instagram, and Reddit.
A few get so popular that they end up on the regular menu.
For me, having the drink name handy is usually the difference between a quick order and a blank look at the window.
From there, I order it like any other customized drink and mention whether I want it iced, hot, or blended.
Be sure to mention any additions, such as a Dutch Bros soft top, iced vs. hot preference, or omissions.
One thing to note is that secret-menu items vary by location as well as the season.
I usually ask which secret drinks are popular right now.
FAQs
What is the hype with Dutch Bros?
The hype around Dutch Bros makes sense to me for a few reasons. The menu is broad, and the customization means it can suit a lot of different tastes.
What’s the strongest drink at Dutch Bros?
One of the strongest drinks I’ve seen on the Dutch Bros menu is the 9-1-1 Six Shot Irish Cream Breve. It uses 6 shots of espresso, half and half, and Irish cream syrup, so it is definitely a heavy order.
Why is it called Dutch Bros?
Dutch Bros is tied to its founders. It was created by brothers Dane and Travis, who were of Dutch descent.
How many free drinks can you get at Dutch Bros?
The number of free drinks you can get from Dutch Bros depends on your rewards and loyalty points.[4] Through the company’s Rewards Program, points can be converted into drinks. I’d still check the current terms, because rewards rules can change.
Conclusion
At Dutch Bros, there are enough secret-menu drinks that I never feel short on options.
The chain handles creativity and customization well, and the secret menu shows it.
I keep coming back to the Laser Cat Rebel and the Golden Eagle Breve even though they could hardly be more different.
The Laser Cat Rebel is fruity and refreshing, while the Golden Eagle tastes more like dessert.
Whatever I order, the Dutch Bros secret menu usually delivers.
