Last Updated on April 24, 2023 by brewthatcoffee
Thankfully, Starbucks has a very forgiving menu for dairy-free coffee lovers. As lovers of black coffee, teas, and oat milk, we have much experience in this area. Here are our personal vegan Starbucks favorites ranked.
Best Dairy-Free Starbucks Drinks
Navigating restaurant menus can be overwhelming if you’re lactose intolerant or vegan. We’ve eliminated the guesswork and composed a list of the best dairy-free Starbucks drinks so you can enjoy them. You will also find dairy-free secret menu drinks and add-ins.
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
Regular Menu
Start your day off with a little bit of magic! This Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso from Starbucks® is the perfect pick-me-up for those early morning meetings. Blended with espresso, brown sugar, and cinnamon, this drink is sure to give you the energy you need to take on the day. And don’t forget the oatmilk – it gives this drink a creamy texture that will make you feel like you’re indulging in a treat.
Calories: 120
Sugar: 13 g
Caffeine: 255 mg
Iced Chocolate Almondmilk Shaken Espresso
Regular Menu
Experience the delicious taste of Starbucks Blonde espresso combined with cocoa and malt, shaken together and topped with almondmilk and ice. This invigorating treat will help power you through your day.
Calories: 110
Sugar: 16 g
Caffeine: 255 mg
Honey Oatmilk Latte
Regular Menu
The Honey Oatmilk Latte is the perfect drink for those who want something a little bit sweet and a little bit salty. The oatmilk and espresso are perfectly combined with a hint of honey, and the toasted honey topping is the perfect finishing touch.
*Please keep in mind that although this drink is dairy-free, it is not vegan. To make this drink vegan, ask your barista to skip the honey.
Calories: 270
Sugar: 28 g
Caffeine: 170 mg
Iced Pineapple Matcha Drink
Regular Menu
Looking for a delicious and refreshing way to start your day? Look no further than the Iced Pineapple Matcha Drink! Premium matcha green tea is shaken with flavors of pineapple and ginger along with coconut drink and ice for a drink that is sure to uplift your day. Whether you are looking for a snack on the go or something to enjoy during your break, this drink is perfect for you!
Calories: 140
Sugar: 19 g
Caffeine: 75 mg
Pink Drink
Regular Menu
Sip into something more refreshing. This drink is a mix of crisp strawberry and passion fruit flavors, with a creamy coconutmilk finish. Whether you’re looking for a fruity refresher or an escape from the ordinary, this drink delivers on both counts. So put your feet up and sip away.
Calories: 140
Sugar: 24 g
Caffeine: 45 mg
Iced Honey Almondmilk Flat White
Regular Menu
Looking for a refreshing way to start your day? Our Iced Honey Almondmilk Flat White is the perfect drink for you! Made with Starbucks Blonde® Espresso Roast and almondmilk, this drink is cool, creamy, and nutty. With just the right amount of honey sweetness, it’s the perfect pick-me-up for any time of day.
*Not Vegan
Calories: 140
Sugar: 22 g
Caffeine: 225 mg
Honey Almondmilk Cold Brew
Regular Menu
The Honey Almondmilk Cold Brew is a must-try for coffee lovers and almond milk fans alike! It’s lightly sweetened with honey and topped off with almondmilk for a balanced taste in every delicious sip.
Calories: 50
Sugar: 10 g
Caffeine: 205 mg
Iced Guava Passionfruit Drink
Regular Menu
Life is better with a little bit of passionfruit. And when that passionfruit is blended with guava, pineapple, and ginger? Even better. Add some ice and coconutmilk and you’ve got yourself one delicious drink to help you power through the day. Uplift your mood and refresh your taste buds with Iced Guava Passionfruit Drink.
Calories: 190
Sugar: 33 g
Caffeine: 0 mg
Honey Almondmilk Nitro Cold Brew
Regular Menu
Looking for something different in your morning coffee? Check out the Honey Almondmilk Nitro Cold Brew! This unique beverage is lightly sweetened with honey and topped off with almondmilk, creating a delicious and superpowerful drink.
Calories: 50
Sugar: 10 g
Caffeine: 290 mg
Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte
Seasonal Menu
The Christmas season isn’t complete without a Starbucks Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte. This festive drink is made with sugar cookie-flavored syrup, combined with Starbucks Blonde espresso and almondmilk over ice. It’s finished off with red and green sprinkles, making it the perfect drink to get you into the holiday spirit!
Calories: 150
Sugar: 25 mg
Caffeine: 170 mg
RELATED: Did you know that all the refreshers drinks at Starbucks are dairy-free? Here are all the refreshers ranked.
Dairy-Free Starbucks Secret Menu
Cake Batter Frappuccino
Base Drink: Almond Milk Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
Syrup: 1 pump of Almond, 1 Pump of Hazelnut
Toppings: No Whipped Cream
Cotton Candy Frappuccino
Base Drink: Almond Milk Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
Syrup: 1 Pump of Raspberry
Toppings: No Whipped Cream
London Fog Latte
Base Drink: Earl Grey Tea Misto With Almond Milk
Syrup: 2 Pumps of Vanilla
Toppings: None
Nutella Frappuccino
Base Drink: Mocha Frappuccino With Soy Milk
Syrup: 1 Pump of Hazelnut
Toppings: No Whipped Cream
Cinnamon Roll Frappuccino
Base Drink: Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
Syrup: 1 Pump of Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
Toppings: No Whipped Cream
Banana Cream Pie Frappuccino
Base Drink: Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
Syrup: 1 Extra Pump of Vanilla, 1 Pump of Hazelnut
Toppings: No Whipped Cream
How to Make Any Drink Dairy-Free at Starbucks (Regular Menu)
Frappuccinos
Apple Crisp Frappuccino (Seasonal Drink)
Take out: Whipped Cream
Caffè Vanilla Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream
Caramel Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream, Caramel Sauce
Chai Crème Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream
Chestnut Praline Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream
Coffee Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream
Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream, Frappuccino Chips
Double Chocolaty Chip Crème Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream, Frappuccino Chips
Espresso Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream
Java Chip Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream, Frappuccino Chips
Matcha Green Tea Crème Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream
Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream, Frappuccino Chips
Mocha Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream
Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino (Seasonal)
Take out: Whipped Cream
Strawberry Crème Frappuccino (Seasonal)
Take out: Whipped Cream
Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Frappuccino (Seasonal)
Take out: Whipped Cream
Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino
Take out: Whipped Cream
Hot Drinks
Apple Crisp Macchiato (Seasonal)
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Caffè Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Caffè Misto
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Caffè Mocha
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream
Cappuccino
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Chai Tea Latte*
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Chestnut Praline Crème (Seasonal)
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream
Chestnut Praline Latte (Seasonal)
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream
Cinnamon Dolce Crème
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream, Cinnamon Dolce Topping
Cinnamon Dolce Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream, Cinnamon Dolce Topping
Espresso Macchiato
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Flat White
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Hot Chocolate
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream
London Fog Tea Latte
Order as is.
Matcha Green Tea Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream, Chocolate Curls
Peppermint Mocha (Seasonal)
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream, Chocolate Curls
Reserve Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Royal English Breakfast Tea Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Starbucks Reserve Dark Chocolate Mocha
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Steamed Milk
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Vanilla Crème (Seasonal)
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take out: Whipped Cream, Chocolate Curls
Teas
All teas are dairy-free.
Cold Coffee
Drinks marked with an asterisk contain honey and are not vegan.
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
Dairy-Free As-Is.
Iced Caffe Americano
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Caffe Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Caffe Mocha
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take Out: Whipped Cream
Iced Caramel Brulee Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Caramel Macchiato
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Chestnut Praline Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take Out: Whipped Cream
Iced Chocolate Almondmilk Shaken Espresso
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take Out: Whipped Cream, Cinnamon Dolce Topping
Iced Coffee
Dairy-Free As-Is.
Iced Coffee With Milk
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Espresso
Dairy-Free As-Is.
Iced Flat White
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Honey Almondmilk Flat White
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Peppermint Mocha
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take Out: Whipped Cream, Chocolate Curls
Iced Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Pistachio Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Shaken Espresso
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Starbucks Blonde Vanilla Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte
Dairy-Free As-Is.
Iced Toasted White Chocolate Mocha
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Iced White Chocolate Mocha
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Irish Cream Cold Brew
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take Out: Cold Foam/Cream
Nitro Cold Brew
Dairy-Free As-Is.
Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Starbucks Reserve Iced Dark Chocolate Mocha
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Starbucks Reserve Iced Hazelnut Bianco Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Starbucks Reserve Iced Latte
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Starbucks Reserve® Cold Brew
Dairy-Free As-Is.
Starbucks Reserve® Nitro Cold Brew
Dairy-Free As-Is.
Starbucks® Cold Brew
Dairy-Free As-Is.
Starbucks® Cold Brew With Milk
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
Substitute: Dairy-Free Milk of Choice
Take Out: Cream
Dairy-Free Milk Options
- Soy Milk
- Coconut Milk
- Almond Milk
Dairy-Free Toppings, Sauces, and Syrups
- Apple Brown Sugar Syrup
- Caramel Brulee Topping
- Caramel Sugar Topping
- Caramel Syrup
- Cascara Topping
- Chai Tea Concentrate (not vegan)
- Chestnut Praline Syrup
- Chestnut Praline Topping
- Chocolate Cookie Grind Topping
- Cinnamon
- Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
- Classic Syrup
- Cloud Powder (not vegan)
- Cocoa Powder Topping
- Coffee Frappuccino Syrup
- Crème Frappuccino Syrup
- Irish Cream Syrup
- Hazelnut Syrup
- Holiday Sugar Sparkles With Crispy White Pearls Topping
- Honey Blend
- Matcha Tea Blend
- Mocha Sauce
- Nutmeg
- Peppermint Syrup
- Pumpkin Spice Topping
- Red Green Sprinkles
- Refresher Bases
- Sea Salt Topping
- Smoked Butterscotch Sugar Topping
- Spiced Apple Drizzle
- Strawberry Puree Sauce
- Sugar Cookie Flavored Syrup
- Sugar-free Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
- Toasted Honey Topping
- Toffee Nut Syrup
- Vanilla Bean Powder
- Vanilla Syrup
- Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte Sauce – Only Available in the UK
Toppings, Sauces, and Syrup to Avoid (These Contain Dairy)
Quick note: cold foam can be dairy-free if you are ordering a dairy-free drink.
- Caramel Brulee Sauce
- Caramel Drizzle
- Caramel Sauce
- Cascara Cold Foam
- Cinnamon Dolce Topping
- Cold Foam
- Dark Caramel Sauce
- Dark Chocolate Curls
- Eggnog
- Frappuccino Chips
- Pistachio Sauce
- Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam
- Pumpkin Spice Sauce
- Salted Cream
- Salted Vanilla Sweet Cream
- Smoked Butterscotch Sauce
- Toasted White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
- Vanilla Sweet Cream
- Whipped Cream
- White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
Tips on Ordering Vegan Starbucks Drinks
- Make sure to get the caramel syrup and not the sauce. Caramel sauce at Starbucks is not dairy-free.
- Some drinks contain honey, so be on the lookout for it if you are vegan. If you are strictly looking for dairy-free, this won’t be of consequence to you.
- The easiest way to get a dairy-free drink is to let your barista know that you can’t have dairy products in your drink. They will have a good idea of what on the menu contains dairy.
- 2% low-fat dairy milk is the standard milk used for non-frappuccino drinks.
- Whole milk is the standard milk used for frappuccinos.
- The white mocha sauce used in some popular drinks should be avoided if going dairy-free. Unfortunately, it is not dairy-free.
Final Thoughts
Did we make your mouth water? We’re sorry if you left thirsty after reading this list! Starbucks is hands-down one of the best places to visit if you need a dairy-free modification to your drinks and meals.
There are so many great options, it’s hard to choose a favorite from this list of dairy-free Starbucks drinks. If you have a go-to drink, let us know in the comments below.