Dutch Bros Smoothie Menu Hacks: Customize Your Drink
Dutch Bros offers a standard smoothie menu, but with a few simple tweaks, you can personalize your drink to better suit your taste and dietary preferences.
This guide breaks down the practical ways you can customize Dutch Bros smoothies using ingredients and modifications available at most locations.
What’s on the Dutch Bros Smoothie Menu?
Dutch Bros smoothies are made using a fruit puree base blended with ice. The core smoothie flavors typically include:
- Strawberry
- Peach
- Mango
- Green Apple
- Wildberry (mixed berries)
These are offered in four sizes:
| Size | Ounces | Typical Calories (Unmodified) |
|---|---|---|
| Kids | 10 oz | 150–180 |
| Small | 16 oz | 220–260 |
| Medium | 24 oz | 300–360 |
| Large | 32 oz | 400–450 |
Common Customization Hacks
You can modify with these standard requests:
1. Reduce Sweetness
- Half Sweet: Cuts the added syrups by 50%.
- No Added Syrup: Keeps sweetness only from the fruit puree base.
2. Alternative Milk Options
- Substitute dairy with Almond Milk or Oat Milk.
- Helps reduce calories and make the drink dairy-free.
3. Add Protein Powder
- Add a scoop of protein for a more filling option.
- Typically a plant-based or whey protein, depending on store availability.
4. Soft Top or Whip Adjustments
- Skip Soft Top for fewer calories and no dairy.
- No Whipped Cream to reduce fat and sugar content.
5. Extra Ice Option
- Adding extra ice slightly dilutes sweetness and thickens the texture.
- Can help stretch a small smoothie for a longer-lasting treat.
Customization Combinations: Example Hacks
| Goal | Customization Combo |
|---|---|
| Lower Sugar Option | Half Sweet + Almond Milk + No Whip |
| Protein Boost Smoothie | Regular Sweet + Protein Add-in + Oat Milk |
| Kid-Friendly Treat | Kid Size (10 oz) + Half Sweet + Extra Ice |
| Dairy-Free Version | No Whip + Almond Milk + No Soft Top |
| Thicker Texture | Extra Ice + Protein Add-in |
Can You Mix Smoothie Flavors?
Yes, you can ask Dutch Bros to mix two fruit smoothie flavors. Popular combinations include:
- Strawberry + Mango
- Peach + Green Apple
- Wildberry + Strawberry
Custom mixing does not typically affect the price but may vary by location depending on stock and policies.
Practical Ordering Tips
- Always specify customizations clearly when ordering.
- Use Dutch Bros app or loyalty rewards to try custom combinations.
- For allergies, verify with the barista about potential cross-contamination.
- Not all locations may offer every customization, so check availability at the store.
