Last Updated on March 16, 2024 by brewthatcoffee
Adore a refreshing cold brew? Here’s a ranked list of all 9 Starbucks Cold Brews, including Nitro Cold Brews.
Starbucks Cold Brew is made with a unique, custom blend of coffee beans designed to be served cold. Each day, small batches of the handcrafted beans are slowly steeped in cool water for 20 hours to produce a smooth, rich, and aromatic brew.
All 9 Starbucks Cold Brew Drinks, Ranked 2023:
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
- Cold Brew Coffee with Milk
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Nitro Cold Brew
- Plain Starbucks Nitro
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
- Cold Brew Coffee
- Salted Caramel Cold Brew
- Irish Cream Cold Brew
- Pistachio Cream Cold Brew
Spring 2023: Cinnamon Caramel Cream Nitro Cold Brew
Have you tried all of the current Starbucks cold brews and want something new? The Cinnamon Caramel Cream Nitro Cold Brew is available to try as of March 2023. We’ve already tried and love it!
Best Starbucks Cold Brew Drinks, Ranked
1. Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew is the clear-cut favorite Cold Brew coffee at Starbucks.
The drink is sweet, creamy, smooth, and over-the-top (in a good way). It is made with slow-steeped Starbucks Cold Brew coffee accented with vanilla syrup and finished with a float of house-made vanilla sweet cream that trickles throughout the cup.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | Venti (24 fl. oz.) | Trenta (30 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 90 | 110 | 200 | 220 |
| Sugar (grams) | 9 g | 14 g | 23 g | 28 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 145 mg | 185 mg | 275 mg | 315 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Top your drink with cinnamon powder and whipped cream for a hearty drink.
- Line the cup with caramel or mocha drizzle for an extra-sweet treat.
2. Starbucks Cold Brew Coffee with Milk
Starbucks Cold Brew Coffee with Milk is a simple blend of slow-steeped Cold Brew coffee poured over ice cubes and finished with a splash of milk. Starbucks Cold Brew blend is made with custom Latin American and African beans blended especially for cold brewing. The beans are low acidic, full-bodied, and offer a chocolaty flavor and citrus notes.
Brewing the beans with lower-temperature water extracts less bitter and acidic compounds than traditionally brewed coffee. This offers a smoother, less astringent, and full-bodied flavor.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | Venti (24 fl. oz.) | Trenta (30 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 25 | 35 | 60 | 70 |
| Sugar (grams) | 2 g | 3 g | 5 g | 6 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 155 mg | 205 mg | 310 mg | 360 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Add a drizzle of raspberry syrup and coconut milk
- Try it with cinnamon dolce syrup and a splash of milk
3. Vanilla Sweet Cream Nitro Cold Brew
The Vanilla Sweet Cream Nitro Cold Brew is made with slow-steeped Starbucks Cold Brew coffee infused with nitrogen to create a naturally sweet flavor.
The Nitro Cold Brew is finished with vanilla sweet cream for a sweet, velvety, full-bodied drink.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 70 | 70 |
| Sugar (grams) | 4 g | 4 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 200 mg | 265 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Add a sweet mocha drizzle and a splash of dairy
- Cap it with a float of vanilla sweet cream cold foam
4. Nitro Cold Brew
Plain Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew is made from slow-steeped coffee for a rich, smooth taste. It is infused with nitrogen for a naturally sweet flavor, velvety texture, and head of thick, luxurious crema.
Nitro Cold Brew is brewed, stored, and served cold. The drink is typically served without ice to prevent it from disrupting the trademark crown of foam.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 5 | 5 |
| Sugar (grams) | 0 g | 0 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 215 mg | 280 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Add a pump hazelnut or chestnut praline syrup for a delicious nutty taste.
- Add several pumps of chai syrup for a sweet and spicy chai-infused Nitro, and top it with cold foam.
5. Chocolate Cream Cold Brew
Chocolate Cream Cold Brew is like the traditional icy-cold cup of Cold Brew you love but chocolatey and indulgent. The drink is made with Starbucks’ vanilla syrup and topped with chocolate cream cold foam.
You can still taste the naturally sweet undertones of chocolatey and citrus flavors. However, the vanilla sweet cream cascading through the cup results in a rich, velvety cup of coffee.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | Venti (24 fl. oz.) | Trenta (30 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 190 | 250 | 300 | 320 |
| Sugar (grams) | 20 g | 28 g | 35 g | 40 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 145 mg | 185 mg | 275 mg | 315 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Order the already-delicious drink with a fun spritz of whipped cream.
- Add two white chocolate mocha sauce pumps for an irresistible Cookies and Cream Cold Brew.
6. Starbucks Cold Brew Coffee
It will take a single sip for you to understand the appeal of Starbucks Cold Brew Coffee. It is refreshing, super-smooth, and downright delicious.
The Cold Brew is made from coarse ground coffee cold-steeped in cool water. The thoughtfully chosen beans are extracted for 20 hours to extract the caffeine, flavors, and sugars instead of using heat. Cold-steeping creates a lower acidity and natural sweetness with an ultra-smooth and full-bodied texture.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | Venti (24 fl. oz.) | Trenta (30 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sugar (grams) | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 155 mg | 205 mg | 310 mg | 360 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Sweeten your Cold Brew with vanilla syrup and chocolate-cream cold foam to create a classic coffee and chocolate combo reminiscent of a chocolate malt milkshake.
- Add a splash of almond milk and honey blend liquid sweetener for a Honey Almond Cold Brew.
- Drizzle cinnamon dolce syrup and white chocolate mocha sauce into your Cold Brew and top it with whipped cream to kick things up a notch – we’re talking about Snickerdoodles here.
7. Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew
Salted Caramel Cold Brew is the epitome of “savory-meets-sweet.” The beverage includes Starbucks’ slowly extracted signature Cold Brew coffee sweetened with caramel and finished with a salted, rich cold foam.
Each sip of this salty-sweet treat offers complex yet balanced flavors of coffee, caramel, vanilla, and salt. Cold Brew and salted caramel are a clear match made in heaven.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | Venti (24 fl. oz.) | Trenta (30 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 190 | 240 | 270 | 300 |
| Sugar (grams) | 19 g | 26 g | 32 g | 37 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 145 mg | 185 mg | 275 mg | 320 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Add toasted white chocolate mocha sauce for a delicious dessert drink.
- Add mocha drizzle and peppermint chocolate cream foam for something festive.
8. Irish Cream Cold Brew
Irish Cream Cold Brew is a refreshing holiday treat. The iconic Starbucks’ Cold Brew is swirled with fragrant Irish Cream syrup and topped with a fluffy cloud of vanilla sweet cream cold foam and a sprinkle of cocoa.
The Irish cream syrup is creamy and nutty with chocolate and vanilla notes. Once added to the Cold Brew coffee, the syrup releases a subtle, refreshing minty flavor. As the cloud of vanilla sweet cream cold foam slowly sinks into the drink, it gradually transforms each sip of coffee into a sweet vanilla beverage.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | Venti (24 fl. oz.) | Trenta (30 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 150 | 200 | 240 | 300 |
| Sugar (grams) | 16 g | 24 g | 26 g | 38 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 145 mg | 185 mg | 275 mg | 320 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Take this festive drink to a new level with vanilla bean powder and chocolate curl toppings.
- Add a pump of toasted vanilla syrup and mocha drizzle for rich vanilla and chocolate flavors.
9. Pistachio Cream Cold Brew
Starbucks’ Pistachio Cream Cold Brew is made with Starbucks’ classic Cold Brew. The drink is sweetened with several pumps of vanilla syrup and topped with a luscious, silky-smooth pistachio cream cold foam. Delicious salted brown-buttery sprinkles tie the drink together.
Although a cold beverage, the Pistachio Cream Cold Brew is perfect for winter. The cream cold foam evokes a nostalgic, almost butterscotch-like richness that perfectly complements the Cold Brew’s bitter notes. The salted brown butter sprinkles add a caramel flavor and some enjoyable texture.
| Tall (12 fl. oz.) | Grande (16 fl. oz.) | Venti (24 fl. oz.) | Trenta (30 fl. oz.) | |
| Calories | 210 | 250 | 280 | 310 |
| Sugar (grams) | 25 g | 32 g | 38 g | 43 g |
| Caffeine (milligrams) | 145 mg | 185 mg | 275 mg | 315 mg |
Ways to Personalize it:
- Turn the Pistachio Cream Cold Brew into a special treat with a swirl of whipped cream.
- Add a half-pump mocha sauce and a splash of coconut milk for an ultra-rich concoction.
What Should I Add To Starbucks Cold Brew?
There are many ways to tweak a Starbucks Cold Brew recipe if you’re tired of your weekly go-to. Add a few pumps of syrup, or add a fun topping on your next order.
Toppings
Starbucks is the reigning King of coffee toppings. There is an overwhelming number of fun and exciting toppings you can add to your Cold Brew to tweak the flavor.
Spice up your Starbucks Cold Brew with these fun toppings:
- Barista Cocoa Powder
- Caramel Brulée Topping
- Chestnut Praline Topping
- Chocolate Curls Topping
- Cookie Crumble Topping
- Holiday Sugar Sparkles
- Red and Green Sprinkle Topping
- Salted Brown Butter Topping
- Cinnamon Dolce Sprinkles
- Cinnamon Powder
- Whipped Cream
Select a drizzle to decorate your cup of Cold Brew:
- Caramel Drizzle
- Mocha Drizzle
Add a cloud of sweet cream cold foam to your Cold Brew as a frothy topping. Here are some flavors to choose from:
- Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
- Irish Cream Cold Foam
- Peppermint Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
- Pistachio Cream Cold Foam
- Salted Caramel Cream Cold Foam
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam
Syrup
While many coffee lovers appreciate the subtle bitter notes of a Cold Brew, others may want a little extra flavoring in their cup of coffee. Starbucks coffee syrups provide that extra kick of flavor.
Try one (or multiple) of these sweet Starbucks syrups with your Cold Brew:
- Caramel Syrup
- Brown Sugar Syrup
- Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
- Chestnut Praline Syrup
- Toffee Nut Syrup
- Hazelnut Syrup
- Raspberry Syrup
- Irish Cream Syrup
- Peppermint Syrup
- Cookie Sugar Syrup
- Toasted Vanilla Syrup
- Vanilla Syrup
- Sugar-free Vanilla Syrup
Sauces
If you’ve fallen into a rut with traditional Cold Brew coffee, shake things up with Starbucks’ sauces. These viscous sauces add tons of flavor and body to regular drinks.
Starbucks sauces include:
- Caramel Brulée Sauce
- Mocha Sauce
- Dark Caramel Sauce
- Pistachio Sauce
- Toasted White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
- White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
Starbucks Cold Brew Caffeine Content
Cold Brew coffee differs in taste, temperature, and caffeine content from other coffee drinks. The beans are slowly steeped in room temperature water for 20 hours, resulting in a caffeinated drink with a distinct flavor and less acidic than regular coffee.
Here’s how Starbucks Cold Brew stacks up against other Starbucks drinks.
| Serving Size (ounces) | Caffeine Content (milligrams) | |
| Cold Brew | 16 ounces | 205 mg |
| Nitro Cold Brew | 16 ounces | 280 mg |
| Iced Coffee | 16 ounces | 165 mg |
| Caffé Americano | 16 ounces | 225 mg |
| Espresso | 1.5 ounces | 150 mg |
Starbucks Cold Brew Drinks FAQs
Conclusion
Starbucks’ Cold Brew is a pleasant, subtly sweet cold drink for all coffee lovers. Enjoy one of the nine iconic Cold Brew drinks or explore with fun, tasty toppings, sauces, and syrups.
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