Last Updated on February 26, 2023 by brewthatcoffee
With vanilla, you can’t go wrong. It’s no wonder that vanilla is one of the most popular drink flavors, but what are the best vanilla Starbucks drinks? This article lists the top vanilla drinks on the regular and secret menu, along with their calories, sugar, and caffeine content.
Quick Picks: Vanilla Drinks
Overall Best Vanilla Drink: Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
Vanilla Drink Without Coffee: Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino
Hot Vanilla Drink: Blonde Vanilla Latte (Hot)
Iced Vanilla Drink: Blonde Vanilla Latte (Iced)
Strong Vanilla Drink: Vanilla Sweet Cream Nitro Brew
The 10 Best Vanilla Starbucks Drinks (Regular Menu)
Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
This is not your average cup of coffee. Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew starts with a custom blend of slow-steeped Starbucks® Cold Brew coffee, flavored with natural vanilla and topped with a delicate float of house-made vanilla sweet cream. The result is an ultra-smooth cup of coffee that you’re sure to love.
Ingredients: Ice, brewed coffee, vanilla sweet cream, and vanilla syrup.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 110 Sugar: 14g Caffeine: 185mg
Vanilla Crème
Vanilla Crème is the perfect blend of vanilla and cream. It’s smooth, frothy, and irresistibly delicious! Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat or a creamy pick-me-up, Vanilla Crème is a perfect choice.
Ingredients: Milk, vanilla syrup, and whipped cream.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 350 Sugar: 43g Caffeine: 0mg
Blonde Vanilla Latte (Iced)
Vanilla is the new black, and this latte is proof. Smooth and subtly sweet, this drink will make you feel like a boss. Whether you’re enjoying it at your desk or on the go, this iced blonde vanilla latte from Starbucks® is sure to please.
Ingredients: Ice, milk, brewed espresso, and vanilla syrup.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 190 Sugar: 28g Caffeine: 170mg
Blonde Vanilla Latte (Hot)
It’s time to break out of your morning coffee routine! This delicious Blonde Vanilla Latte is a perfect way to start your day – it’s got all the flavor you love, with a lighter roast that won’t weigh you down. So go ahead and treat yourself to something special.
Ingredients: Milk, brewed espresso, and vanilla syrup.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 250 Sugar: 35g Caffeine: 170mg
Vanilla Sweet Cream Nitro Cold Brew
What could be better than a cold, refreshing glass of coffee? How about one that’s topped with velvety vanilla sweet cream? The Nitro Cold Brew packs a delicious punch, and thanks to the nitro infusion process, it’s more sippable than ever. Get ready to indulge in a delicious cup of cold brew coffee goodness.
Ingredients: Brewed coffee and vanilla sweet cream.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 70 Sugar: 4g Caffeine: 265g
Caffè Vanilla Frappuccino
If you’re looking for a coffee treat that will take you to your happy place, look no further than Caffè Vanilla Frappuccino. Blended with rich roast coffee and vanilla bean powder, this drink is sure to tide you over until your next caffeine fix. Plus, who can resist the creamy whipped cream on top?
Ingredients: Ice, milk, coffee frappuccino syrup, coffee, whipped cream, and vanilla bean powder.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 400 Sugar: 64g Caffeine: 95mg
Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino
Step up your vanilla game with this delicious Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino. Made with rich, creamy vanilla bean flavor and milk, it’s the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. Plus, it’s topped off with whipped cream for an extra-special treat. Try it affogato-style for a coffee-and-vanilla combo you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients: Ice, milk, creme frappuccino syrup, whipped cream, and vanilla bean powder.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 380 Sugar: 52g Caffeine: 0 mg
Iced Vanilla Bean Coconutmilk Latte
Whether you’re recharging after a long day or taking a break from your busy morning, the Iced Vanilla Bean Coconutmilk Latte is the perfect pick-me-up. Made with real vanilla bean powder and Coconutmilk, this flavor-rich latte is refreshing and energizing. Soak up the sun with every sip.
Ingredients: Coconutmilk, ice, brewed espresso, and vanilla bean powder.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 140 Sugar: 21g Caffeine:150mg
Caramel Macchiato
Calling all coffee lovers! This drink is for you. A Caramel Macchiato is a perfect mix of sweet and espresso. The vanilla-flavored syrup is marked with espresso and topped with a caramel drizzle for an oh-so-sweet finish. So, if you’re in the mood for something delicious and caffeinated, order yourself a Caramel Macchiato today!
Ingredients: Milk, brewed espresso, vanilla syrup, and caramel sauce.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 250 Sugar: 33g Caffeine: 150mg
Iced Caramel Macchiato
You’ll love the iced caramel macchiato! Made with delicious vanilla-flavored syrup, rich espresso, and milk, it’s the perfect refreshing drink for any time of day.
Ingredients: Milk, ice, brewed espresso, vanilla syrup, and caramel sauce.
Nutrition (Grande): Calories: 250 Sugar: 34g Caffeine: 150mg
RELATED: Prefer Chocolate? Check out the best chocolate drinks from Starbucks.
Secret Menu Vanilla Drinks
Vanilla Pumpkin Nut Latte
How to Order (Grande)
Base: Pumpkin Spice Latte
Syrup: 1.5 pumps of Toffee Nut Syrup, 1 pump of Vanilla Syrup
Berry Vanilla Smoothie
How to Order (Grande)
Base: Coconutmilk to the second line and creme base.
Add-Ins: 2 scoops of berries, 3 scoops of vanilla bean powder, 1 banana, and a tall scoop of ice before blending.
Vanilla Apple Spice
How to Order (Grande)
Base: Caramel Apple Spice
Syrup: Replace Cinnamon Dolce with Vanilla Syrup.
Add-In: 2 scoops of Steamed Vanilla Bean Powder with the Apple Juice
Vanilla White Mocha Frappuccino
How to Order (Grande)
Base: White Mocha Frappuccino
Syrup: 1 pump of mocha syrup, 1 pump of vanilla syrup before blending.
French Vanilla Frappuccino
How to Order (Grande)
Base: Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
Syrup: 1.5 pumps of Hazelnut syrup
Add-Ins: Coat the cup and top with caramel drizzle.
Pina Colada Frappuccino
How to Order (Grande)
Base: Creme Frappuccino with Coconutmilk to the first line, then Pineapple infusion tea to the second line.
Add-ins: Extra ice and extra pump of the creme base.
List of Every Starbucks Vanilla Drink
Although there are many Starbucks drinks containing vanilla syrup, these are the ones that feature vanilla as one of the main flavors.
- Blonde Vanilla Latte
- Caffè Vanilla Frappuccino
- Caramel Frappuccino
- Iced Blonde Vanilla Latte
- Iced Caffè Mocha
- Iced Caramel Macchiato
- Iced Chai Tea Latte
- Vanilla Cappuccino
- Vanilla Frappuccino
- Vanilla Iced Coffee
- Vanilla Latte with Coconut Whip Cream
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew Coffee
- White Chocolate Mocha
- Vanilla Crème (Steamer)
French Vanilla vs. Regular Vanilla
Does Starbucks use vanilla or French vanilla syrup?
Starbucks uses regular vanilla.
What’s the difference – is French vanilla sweeter?
The biggest difference is that vanilla has a more floral and sweet fragrance, whereas the French version has a stronger, darker flavor. French vanilla is sweeter than regular vanilla and has a richer taste.
Starbucks Drinks With Vanilla Syrup
If you take a look at the ingredients list for Starbucks drinks, you’ll notice a ton of them have vanilla syrup. Here are all the drinks with vanilla syrup. For a drink that heavily features a vanilla flavor, I recommend checking out the list above.
- Blonde Vanilla Latte
- Caffè Vanilla Frappuccino
- Caramel Brulée Frappuccino
- Caramel Frappuccino
- Caramel Macchiato
- Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino
- Chai Crème Frappuccino
- Chestnut Praline Frappuccino
- Double Chocolaty Chip Crème Frappuccino
- Hot Chocolate
- Java Chip Frappuccino
- Matcha Crème Frappuccino
- Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino
- Mocha Frappuccino
- Peppermint Hot Chocolate
- Peppermint Mocha Crème Frappuccino
- Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino
- Peppermint White Chocolate Crème Frappuccino
- Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino
- Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
- Pistachio Coffee Frappuccino
- Pistachio Crème Frappuccino
- Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew
- Strawberry Crème Frappuccino
- Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Crème Frappuccino
- Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Frappuccino
- Toasted White Chocolate Crème Frappuccino
- Toasted White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino
- Toasted White Hot Chocolate
- Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
- Vanilla Sweet Cream Nitro Cold Brew
- White Chocolate Crème Frappuccino
- White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino
- White Hot Chocolate
- Iced London Fog Tea Latte
How to Order a Skinny Vanilla Drink
Luckily for those who prefer a less sugary drink, Starbucks offers sugar-free vanilla syrup. If you want your drink to have as little sugar as possible, simply ask for the sugar-free vanilla syrup instead of the regular.
A fan favorite to use this trick with is the vanilla latte. Enjoy!
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Final Thoughts
Overall, there are tons of different Starbucks drinks that have vanilla syrup – far too many to list here if you include the secret menu. If you’re not a fan of sweetened espresso beverages, check out the Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew or Iced Blonde Vanilla Latte.
What’s your favorite Starbucks vanilla drink? Have you tried any of the drinks listed above? If you know of any other vanilla-flavored Starbucks drinks (that aren’t listed above), let me know in the comments! As always, thanks for reading.