Last Updated on March 7, 2023 by brewthatcoffee
Caramel lovers rejoice! Whether you want caramel syrup, sauce, and crunch toppings or want a full caramel drink, you will be in heaven. Starbucks has a ton of caramel drink options for you. Here are the best caramel drinks at Starbucks, along with ways to customize them.
Quick Picks for Caramel Drinks
Iced Caramel Drink: Caramel Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Hot Caramel Drink: Caramel Macchiato
Caramel Drink Without Coffee: Caramel Brulée Crème Frappuccino® Blended
Beverage
Frappuccino: Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino® Blended
Beverage
Ordering Caramel Drinks at Starbucks
- Changing Ingredients: Swapping out ingredients on any of the drinks is free, however, if you want to add extra caramel, this will incur an extra charge.
- Caffeine-Free Caramel Drinks: If you are avoiding caffeine or coffee, try ordering a creme base frappuccino. Some of these will still have a little bit of caffeine so make sure to check before deciding on a drink.
- Ordering More Caramel: To order extra caramel ingredients on the Starbucks app, go to the flavors section. This will give you the option to add caramel sauce or syrup.
- Cost to Add More Caramel: The prices to add extra caramel to your drink will depend on location. Usually, it costs less than 65 cents.
- Less Coffee Flavor: If the taste of coffee isn’t for you, try ordering blonde espresso for espresso-based drinks.
- Coming Up With Your Own Drinks: Caramel and coffee go together extremely well, so it’s hard to mess up a customization. Even fruit add-ins taste really good with caramel.
- Caramel Syrup vs Caramel Sauce: Caramel syrup is a base for drinks and is thinner in consistency. Caramel sauce is drizzle that goes on the sides of the cups and on top.
- Seasonal Caramel: The caramel brulee sauce is seasonal. So if you love this kind of flavor, make sure to order it as much as you can during the holidays.
Caramel Add-Ins: Syrup, Sauce, & Toppings
If you love caramel-flavored drinks, you’re in luck because there are loads of ways you can customize Starbucks drinks. Not super creative? That’s okay; there are some secret menu drinks and TikTok drinks later in this post.
Caramel Sauce/Drizzle
You’ve probably heard of both caramel sauce and caramel drizzle, and that’s because they are the same thing. When ordering your Starbucks drink, you can choose to add caramel sauce on top and coat the insides of the cup.
Dark Caramel Sauce
If you have tasted the Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino, then you’ve tried the dark caramel sauce. The difference between dark caramel sauce and regular caramel sauce is the level of sweetness.
Condensed milk is combined with dark caramel sauce to make the dark caramel sauce.
Caramel Syrup
Vegans love caramel syrup since it is dairy-free. If you don’t want something that’s too thick, caramel syrup could be your best bet.
Caramel Salted Cream Cold Foam
Now, we all know that caramel and salt go amazing together. That sweet and salty combination is almost unbeatable, especially in dessert-type recipes.
The caramel salted cream cold foam takes all that goodness to a new level by adding vanilla sweet cream cold foam.
Caramel Sugar Topping
Caramel sugar topping is another ingredient for the Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino. As you’d expect, it’s a crunchy and sweet topping.
Best Starbucks Caramel Drinks
There are currently 12 drinks on the Starbucks menu featuring caramel. Here is a list of all the regular menu items and some popular caramel secret menu and TikTok drinks.
The best caramel Starbucks drink for you will depend on your personal preferences. Please consider the ingredients listed, the number of calories, and whether it’s a hot or cold beverage.
If you want my take on it, they are all good, and you can’t go wrong. If you haven’t had a caramel drink before, start with the classic Caramel Frappuccino. I haven’t met a person who doesn’t love it.
NEW (Spring 2023): Cinnamon Caramel Cream Nitro Cold Brew
The Cinnamon Caramel Cream Nitro Brew takes indulgence to a new level with surprisingly few calories. If you want to start your morning with the vibes of fresh cinnamon rolls in a drink, try this right away.
The fluffy, soft mouthfeel of this cold brew will have you in bliss until the very last drop!
Ingredients: Brewed Coffee, Cinnamon Sweet Cream, Cinnamon Caramel Flavored Syrup, and Cinnamon Dolce Topping.
Calories in a grande: 260
Caffeine in a grande: 265 mg
Sugar in a grande: 33 g
Hot/Cold: Cold
Caramel Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Ice, Milk, Coffee Frappuccino Syrup, Whipped Cream, Coffee, Caramel Syrup, and Caramel Sauce.
Calories in a grande: 380
Caffeine in a grande: 90 mg
Sugar in a grande: 54 g
Hot/Cold: Cold
Caramel Brulée Crème
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Milk, Caramel BruleeSauce, Whipped Cream, and Caramel Brulee Topping.
Calories in a grande: 420
Caffeine in a grande: 0 mg
Sugar in a grande: 50 g
Hot/Cold: Hot
Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Ice, Brewed Coffee, Salted Caramel Cream, and Vanilla Syrup.
Calories in a grande: 220
Caffeine in a grande: 185 mg
Sugar in a grande: 24 g
Hot/Cold: Cold
Caramel Macchiato
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Milk, Brewed Espresso, Vanilla Syrup, and Caramel Sauce.
Calories in a grande: 250
Caffeine in a grande: 150 mg
Sugar in a grande: 33 g
Hot/Cold: Hot
Caramel Brulée Latte
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Milk, Caramel Brulee Sauce, Brewed Espresso, Whipped Cream, and Caramel Brulee Topping.
Calories in a grande: 410
Caffeine in a grande: 150 mg
Sugar in a grande: 48 g
Hot/Cold: Hot
Caramel Brulée Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Ice, Milk, Coffee Frappuccino Syrup, Whipped Cream, Coffee, Caramel Brulee Sauce, and Caramel Brulee Topping.
Calories in a grande: 400
Caffeine in a grande: 90 mg
Sugar in a grande: 58 g
Hot/Cold: Cold
Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino® Blended
Beverage
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Ice, Milk, Coffee Frappuccino Syrup, Whipped Cream, Coffee, Dark Caramel Sauce, Caramel Sauce, and Caramel Sugar Topping.
Calories in a grande: 470
Caffeine in a grande: 85 mg
Sugar in a grande: 60 mg
Hot/Cold: Cold
Caramel Brulée Crème Frappuccino® Blended
Beverage
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Ice, Milk, Creme Frappuccino Syrup, Whipped Cream, Caramel Brulee Sauce, and Caramel Brulee Topping.
Calories in a grande: 380
Caffeine in a grande: 0 mg
Sugar in a grande: 49 g
Hot/Cold: Cold
Caramel Ribbon Crunch Crème Frappuccino®
Blended Beverage
Regular Menu
No nutrition information is available for this item on the Starbucks website*
Iced Caramel Brulée Latte
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Ice, Milk, Caramel Brulee Sauce, Brewed Espresso, Whipped Cream, and Caramel Brulee Topping.
Calories in a grande: 400
Caffeine in a grande: 150 mg
Sugar in a grande: 44 g
Hot/Cold: Cold
Caramel Apple Spice
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Apple Juice, Cinnamon Dolce Syrup, Whipped Cream, and Caramel Sauce.
Calories in a grande: 380
Caffeine in a grande: 0 mg
Sugar in a grande: 70 mg
Hot/Cold: Hot
Iced Caramel Macchiato
Regular Menu
Ingredients: Milk, Ice, Brewed Espresso, Vanilla Syrup, and Caramel Sauce.
Calories in a grande: 250
Caffeine in a grande: 150 mg
Sugar in a grande: 34 g
Hot/Cold: Cold
Secret Menu & TikTok Starbucks Caramel Drinks
Iced White Mocha With Sweet Cream Foam and Caramel Drizzle
TikTok Drink
An iced white mocha with sweet cream foam and caramel drizzle is one of the most delicious drinks that you can order from Starbucks. The coffee and chocolate flavors are blended together perfectly, and the added sweet cream foam and caramel drizzle make it even more irresistible. If you’re looking for a sweet and refreshing drink to enjoy during the summer, this is definitely it!
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- White Mocha Base
- Sweet Vanilla Cream Topping
- Extra Caramel Drizzle
Triple Caramel Threat
TikTok Drink
If you’re looking for a sweet and refreshing drink to enjoy, the triple caramel threat from Starbucks is definitely it! This delicious drink is made with a cold brew as a base, caramel syrup, vanilla sweet cream cold foam with dark caramel blended in, and caramel drizzle on top.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Cold Brew With Caramel Syrup
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam With Dark Caramel Blended In
- Caramel Drizzle on Top
Green Baby Yoda Frappuccino
Secret Menu
Starbucks has a secret menu that includes a green baby Yoda frappuccino. It’s so cute, just like the character! Oh, and it tastes incredible too.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Matcha Green Tea Frappuccino
- Coat the Cup With Caramel Drizzle
- Top With Whipped Cream, Caramel, and Caramel Ribbon Crunchies
Caramel Popcorn Frappuccino
Secret Menu
A caramel popcorn frappuccino from Starbucks is a delicious treat! The white mocha and caramel flavors are blended perfectly, and the added caramel drizzle makes it even yummier.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Caramel Crunch Frappuccino With Extra Caramel
- 1 Pump of White Mocha
- 1 Pump of Hazelnut
Want to see more TikTok-inspired drinks? Here are the best TikTok drink recipes!
Salted Caramel White Mocha Cold Brew
Secret Menu
The Salted Caramel White Mocha is one of the most popular drinks on the Starbucks secret menu. It’s a sweet and salty drink that combines white chocolate and mocha with caramel sauce and sea salt. The drink is finished with a layer of foam that’s been drizzled with more caramel sauce.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Cold Brew With 3 Pumps of White Mocha
- Salted Sweet Cream Cold Foam
- Extra Caramel Drizzle
Blackberry Caramel Macchiato
Secret Menu
The Blackberry Caramel Macchiato is a delicious drink that is made with espresso, milk, blended blackberries, and vanilla sweet cream foam. It’s perfect for those who want a sweet and refreshing beverage.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Iced Caramel Macchiato
- 1 Scoop of Blackberries Blended
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Foam Blended With Blackberries
Cool Caramel Frappuccino
Secret Menu
There are a few reasons why you should try the caramel frappuccino from Starbucks. First, it’s a great way to cool down during the summer months. Second, the caramel flavor is delicious and refreshing. Third, it’s a great way to get your caffeine fix.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Caramel Frappuccino
- 1.5 Pumps of Vanilla Syrup
- 2 Shots of Espresso
- Whipped Cream and Caramel Drizzle Topping
Caramel Pick-Me-Up Frappuccino
Secret Menu
The caramel pick-me-up frappuccino is a delicious drink perfect for a quick pick-me-up. It is made with vanilla bean frappuccino, caramel syrup, ristretto shots, whipped cream, and caramel drizzle. Yum!
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
- 2 Pumps of Caramel Syrup
- Coat the Cup WIth Caramel Syrup
- 2 Ristretto Shots
- Whipped Cream and Caramel Drizzle Topping
Caramel Candy Frappuccino
Secret Menu
The caramel candy frappuccino is a delicious drink made with Frappuccino Roast Coffee, toffee nut syrup, caramel drizzle, and whipped cream. It’s perfect for those who love caramel-flavored drinks.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Coffee Frappuccino
- 3 Pumps of Toffee Nut Syrup
- Whipped Cream and Caramel Drizzle Topping
Caramel Mocha Chip Frappuccino
Secret Menu
Love caramel and mocha chips? It’s understandable as these two ingredients are a match made in heaven. If you’ve never had this secret menu item, it’s time you get it.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Double Chocolate Chip Frappuccino
- 2 Pumps of Bittersweet Mocha Sauce
- Coat the Cup With Caramel Drizzle
- Chocolate Whipped Cream, Caramel Drizzle, and Cookie Crumbs Topping
Caramel Macchiato Frappuccino
Secret Menu
Love the caramel macchiato and the caramel frappuccino? Now you can have both together! It’s the ultimate indulgence.
Recipe for a Grande Drink:
- Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
- 2 Pumps of Frappuccino Roast
- Caramel Drizzle and Whipped Cream Topping
FAQ About Starbucks Caramel Drinks
Final Thoughts
Starbucks offers a variety of caramel drinks, both on the regular menu and the secret menu. All of these drinks are delicious and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. So next time you’re at Starbucks, try one of their caramel drinks! Whether you want a hot or cold beverage, there’s something for everyone.
We love learning and trying new recipes! If you have a favorite secret menu or TikTok-inspired caramel drinks at Starbucks, please share them in the comments. As always, thank you for reading.