How to Make Dutch Bros Iced Coffees at Home, Easy Copycat Recipes
How to Make Dutch Bros Iced Coffees at Home starts with chilled espresso, milk, and your favorite flavored syrups. Mix the espresso with ice, add your milk of choice, then sweeten it to match drinks like the Golden Eagle, Kicker, or Annihilator. Homemade versions taste close to the originals and only take a few minutes to make.
What makes a Dutch Bros style iced coffee
Dutch Bros iced coffees stand out because they’re smooth, creamy, and packed with flavor. The base is simple. You chill espresso or strong coffee, pour it over plenty of ice, then mix in milk or half and half with the syrup combo that matches the drink you want.
Here’s the core formula.
• Espresso or strong coffee for the base
• Milk or half and half for the creamy texture
• Flavored syrups for the signature taste
• Plenty of ice to keep it cold and smooth
Once you know this pattern, making copycat drinks at home is easy. Just switch up the syrups or milk ratio to match the Golden Eagle, Kicker, Annihilator, or any iced latte style you like.
Essential gear and ingredients you’ll need at home
You don’t need a full barista setup to make these drinks. A few simple tools and the right ingredients get you really close to the Dutch Bros taste. You can also check Kicker Recipe for home made.
Basic gear that helps a lot
• A small espresso machine or a strong coffee maker
• A jar with a lid or a shaker to mix everything
• Measuring spoons or a small kitchen scale
• A tall cup packed with ice
If you don’t have an espresso machine, no stress. Strong brewed coffee or cold brew concentrate works well and still gives you that bold flavor.
Core ingredients for copycat drinks
• Espresso or strong coffee
• Ice
• Milk, half and half, or any dairy free option
• Flavored syrups like vanilla, caramel, Irish cream, and chocolate macadamia
• Whipped cream if you like the Dutch Bros topping style
Easy swaps
• Almond, oat, or soy milk if you want dairy free
• Cold brew concentrate instead of espresso for a smoother taste
• Sugar free syrups if you want something lighter
Once you’ve got these basics stocked, you can mix almost any Dutch Bros style drink at home without much effort.
1. Iced Golden Eagle
This homemade Iced Golden Eagle brings the same smooth caramel vanilla flavor you get at Dutch Bros, but without the drive thru line. It’s cold, creamy, and crazy easy to mix at home. If you love sweet iced coffee, this one hits the spot with just a few simple ingredients.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 medium drink
Equipment
• handheld milk frother
• tall glass
• spoon for mixing
Ingredients
• 2 shots espresso or ½ cup strong coffee
• 1 ounce caramel sauce
• 1 ounce vanilla syrup
• 1 cup half and half or your favorite milk
• whipped cream and caramel drizzle for topping
• ice
Instructions
- Brew the base
Brew your espresso or strong coffee and pour it into a tall glass filled with ice. - Mix in the flavors
Add the caramel sauce and vanilla syrup, then stir until everything blends together. - Add the cream
Pour in the half and half. Give it a gentle stir so the flavors mix without melting the ice too quickly. - Finish with topping
Add whipped cream on top and finish with a caramel drizzle. - Serve and enjoy
Enjoy your cold and sweet Golden Eagle right away.
Notes and Tips: No espresso machine at home. Use very strong stovetop or brewed coffee for the same bold flavor. Swap half and half with whole milk, oat milk, or any creamy option you like.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Serving | 1 drink |
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 9 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4 g |
| Cholesterol | 50 mg |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Sugar | 38 g |
| Vitamin A | 400 IU |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg |
| Calcium | 220 mg |
| Iron | 0 mg |
2. Iced Kicker
This homemade Iced Kicker tastes just like the creamy Irish cream latte you’d get from Dutch Bros. It’s smooth, sweet, and super refreshing over ice. You only need a few ingredients and a couple minutes to mix everything together at home.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 medium drink
Equipment
• handheld milk frother
• tall glass
• spoon or stir stick
Ingredients
• 2 shots espresso or ½ cup strong coffee
• 2 tablespoons Irish cream syrup
• 1 cup half and half or your favorite milk
• ice
• whipped cream optional
Instructions
- Brew the base
Brew your espresso or strong coffee and pour it into a tall glass filled with ice. - Mix in the flavor
Add the Irish cream syrup and stir until the coffee sweetens and blends smoothly. - Add the cream
Pour in the half and half and give it a gentle stir to mix everything together. - Finish the top
Top with whipped cream if you like it extra creamy. - Serve and enjoy
Enjoy your cool and sweet Iced Kicker.
Notes and Tips
• Use strong brewed coffee if you don’t have an espresso machine.
• Swap in oat milk or almond milk if you want a lighter version.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Serving | 1 drink |
| Calories | 290 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
3. Iced Annihilator
This homemade Iced Annihilator nails that bold chocolate macadamia flavor Dutch Bros fans love. It’s icy, creamy, and super smooth with the perfect mix of espresso and chocolate nut sweetness. The whole drink comes together fast with just a few ingredients you probably already have at home.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 medium drink
Equipment
• handheld milk frother
• tall glass
• spoon or stir stick
Ingredients
• 2 shots espresso or ½ cup strong coffee
• 2 tablespoons chocolate macadamia nut syrup
• 1 cup half and half or your preferred milk
• ice
• whipped cream optional
Instructions
Here you go. Each step now has a bold key point right after the number, just like your Iced Kicker version.
Instructions
- Brew the base
Brew your espresso or strong coffee and pour it over a tall glass filled with ice. - Add the flavor
Add the chocolate macadamia syrup and stir until everything blends into a smooth sweet base. - Mix in the cream
Pour in the half and half and stir gently so the flavors mix without watering down the drink. - Finish with topping
Add whipped cream on top if you want an extra creamy finish. - Serve and enjoy
Sip and enjoy that classic Annihilator flavor right at home.
Notes and Tips
• Boost the flavor by adding an extra half tablespoon of syrup if you like it sweeter.
• Use cold brew concentrate instead of espresso for a smoother coffee taste.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Serving | 1 drink |
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 33 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 9 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4 g |
| Cholesterol | 48 mg |
| Sodium | 115 mg |
| Potassium | 270 mg |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Vitamin A | 360 IU |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg |
| Calcium | 215 mg |
| Iron | 0 mg |
If you read more coffee drinks and copycat favorites, check out all my recipes here: Drink Recipes
Pro tips for making them taste closer to the real deal
- Use better ice
Bigger cubes melt slower and keep the drink cold without watering it down. - Match the Dutch Bros ratio
Start with about 2 shots espresso to 1 cup milk or half and half. Adjust from there. - Keep syrups light
Begin with 1 tablespoon. Add more only after you taste it. - Choose half and half for the real texture
It blends smoother with espresso and gives that creamy breve feel you get at Dutch Bros. - Pick your coffee base wisely
Espresso gives a bold punch. Cold brew is smoother and less bitter.
Troubleshooting common issues
- The drink tastes watery
Your espresso was too hot or your ice melted too fast. Chill the espresso first and use bigger ice cubes. - The coffee flavor feels weak
Add another half shot of espresso or swap in cold brew concentrate for a stronger base. - It’s way too sweet
Cut each syrup amount in half, then adjust after tasting. You can also add more milk or ice to balance it. - The milk separates or looks grainy
This usually happens when the coffee is still warm. Make sure everything is chilled before mixing. - You don’t have an espresso machine
Use cold brew concentrate or very strong stovetop coffee. Both work great in iced drinks. - The drink tastes flat
A quick shake in a jar or shaker blends everything and brings back that smooth Dutch Bros texture.
