Dairy-Free Starbucks Drinks: 10 Vegan Favorites

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.

Dairy-Free Starbucks Drinks: 10 Vegan Favorites

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

Pink Drink
Pink Drink
Pink Drink
Pink Drink

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

Seasonal Menu

Dairy-Free Starbucks Drinks: 10 Vegan Favorites

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.

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