As a vegan, you should be able to enjoy a cup of hot coffee like all the others. Also, you should be able to add all the interesting flavors like the gingerbread or pumpkin ones. So, are the giant coffee-to-go companies provide these alternatives for you? Starbucks, as one super successful company, should offer a big variety for all its vegan fans too. So, let’s find out what are the vegan options at Starbucks?
In fact, I worked at Starbucks for approximately a year and a half. One thing I learned is that their menu is constantly changing and updating. Therefore, this list might be relevant at the moment, but it will most likely be different the next time you go to eat vegan Starbucks food. What I strongly suggest is to search for some advice in your local Starbucks coffee shop. The staff is prepared to answer any of your questions on this topic.
However, if you want to know some basics, read this article. Even though the products may change in time, the essentials stay the same. So, give this guide a read and tell us what you think about all the vegan options at Starbucks.
What Are The Vegan Options At Starbucks?
Believe it or not, there are plenty of Starbucks vegan options. It doesn’t matter if you’re in need of a quick breakfast or a latte to energize you in the morning. A lot of tasty menu items are available for vegans. However, if you’re unsure of what to order, take a look at the options below:
- multi-grain bagel
- plain bagel
- classic whole-grain oatmeal (with toppings)
- hearty blueberry whole-grain oatmeal
- hearty veggie & brown rice salad bowl (the lemon tahini dressing contains honey)
Vegan Snacks
- roasted almonds
- mixed nuts
- dark chocolate bars
- sea salt potato chips
- salt and vinegar chips
- Kind bars (some have honey)
Non-Dairy Milk
- soy
- coconut
- almond
Drinking Vegan Options at Starbucks
Essentially, all of the beverages at Starbucks can be turned into vegan drinks. Also, the most important thing is to stay away from regular sugar, heavy cream, and sweeteners such as dolce syrup. However, even without the usual latte and iced coffee ingredients, vegan drinks have tons of flavor and oftentimes, fewer calories!
Vegan Coffee at Starbucks
- Caffe Americano
- Caffe latte (choose non-dairy milk)
- cappuccino (choose non-dairy milk)
- latte macchiato
- flat white
- caramel macchiato (no caramel drizzle)
- clover brewed coffee
- regular brewed coffee
- espresso
- espresso macchiato (choose non-dairy milk)
- iced coffee
- cold brew
Frappuccinos (Non-dairy Milk, No Whip) – One of the Most Popular Vegan Options at Starbucks
- green tea frappuccino
- coffee frappuccino
- caramel frappuccino (no caramel drizzle)
- mocha frappuccino
- strawberries and cream frappuccino
Syrup Flavors
- vanilla & sugar-free vanilla
- hazelnut
- caramel
- cinnamon dolce & sugar-free cinnamon dolce
- toffee nut
- raspberry
- peach
- mango
- berry sangria
- Mocha
Tea
- black iced
- green iced
- passion iced
- peach green iced
- mango black iced
- berry sangria herbal
- royal English breakfast
- Earl Grey
- emperor’s cloud and mist
- jade citrus mint
- mint majesty
- Oprah Chai
- peach tranquility
- passion
- youthberry
Other Vegan Drinks (Non-dairy Milk)
- mocha
- hot chocolate
- steamer with flavor
- very berry hibiscus refresher
- cool lime refresher
- strawberry acai refresher
- apple juice
- lemonade
- Strawberry banana smoothie (no yogurt)
- mango carrot smoothie (no yogurt)
- sweet green smoothie (no yogurt)
However, if you’re not quite sure how to order your drinks, there are a few rules to follow. Always replace dairy milk and creamers with either soy, almond, or coconut milk. Additionally, you should stay away from additives like whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and protein powder.
VIP Vegan Options at Starbucks
If you want the VIP coffee experience, try out the vegan Starbucks secret menu. Yep, that’s right! There are special drinks that you can request from the barista. Check out a few of them below!
Cake Batter Frappuccino
First of all, you can always order a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with one splash of almond milk and one pump of hazelnut syrup…hold the whipped cream!
Cotton Candy Frappuccino
Request a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with one pump of raspberry syrup and almond milk, minus the whipped cream.
Vegan Nutella Frappuccino
To get this delicious drink, order a Mocha Frappuccino with a dash of hazelnut syrup and soy milk. No whipped cream.
Vegan Pink Drink at Starbucks
You’ll love this drink. Just order a Strawberry Acai Refresher with coconut milk to create this yummy cold brew.
Peppermint Patty Frappuccino
Ask for a Green Tea Frappuccino with a splash of peppermint syrup and almond milk, without whipped cream. You can add mocha sauce on top to give it a decorative look.
London Fog Latte
A London Fog is Earl Grey Tea Mistro with almond milk and two dashes of vanilla syrup. If you like your drinks creamy, request soy milk instead.
Banana Cream Pie Frappuccino
Order a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with additional vanilla syrup and one pump of hazelnut syrup mixed with a banana and non-dairy milk. Hold the whipped cream!
Vegan S’mores Frappuccino
Ask the barista for a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with a splash of marshmallow syrup, a pump of mocha sauce (not syrup), and coconut or almond milk. Order it without whipped cream!
Non-Vegan Option at Starbucks
Here are some options that you should avoid as a vegan consumer. Keep in mind that even they may sound vegan-friendly (for example, the pumpkin spice), they are not. So, let’s see what we should stay away from!
- pumpkin spice
- white mocha
- caramel brûlée
- light frappuccino base
- whipped cream
- java chips (in the java chip frappuccino and double chocolaty chip frappuccino)
- protein powder
- caramel drizzle (on the caramel macchiato and caramel frappuccino)
Also, recently, Starbucks added coconut milk as a non-dairy, non-soy option and it got a lot of attention. Most people were happy with the new addition to the menu, while others were upset about it. However, for further information on this topic, you can consult the Natural Society website. They research a bit more this topic and came with some really interesting results.
How To Make Vegan Starbucks Drinks At Home
However, keep in mind that you don’t have to be a barista to prepare yummy vegan drinks. In fact, creating your own Starbucks brew at home is relatively easy. If you want to put a unique spin on your favorite tea or save a few bucks on coffee expenses, you’ll enjoy these DIY beverages.
Caffe’ Americano
That’s such an easy one. So, start your “barista at home career” with it!
- First of all, brew coffee.
- Pour in soy, almond, or coconut milk.
- Last, combine it with your favorite sweetener.
Salted Caramel Mocha
- Brew coffee or espresso.
- Then, add soy, almond, or coconut milk.
- Sprinkle in cocoa powder.
- Put in a splash of your favorite sweetener.
- Finally, top with coconut whipped cream, date syrup, and sea salt.
Pumpkin Patch Latte
This is a favorite vegan drink during fall. You can just feel the Halloween taste and all that sweet flavor. Also, the process of preparing it’s so simple.
- Brew coffee or espresso.
- Pour in soy, almond, or coconut milk.
- Combine it with pumpkin puree (blend well).
- Add in a sweetener of your choice.
- Apply a dash of pumpkin pie spice and matcha powder.
- Top with vegan whipped cream.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on top.
Vegan Frappuccino
That’s for sure one of my favorites!
- Brew coffee and pour it into an ice cube tray.
- Allow a few hours to freeze or overnight.
- Add the cubes, almond or coconut milk, agave nectar, and vegan chocolate chips into a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Top with coconut whipped cream.
Vegan Oreo Frappuccino
Now, this is a real “barista task”! However, if you just put some time and patience into it, the result will be unbelievable!
- Combine Oreo cookies (or similar vegan cookies) with 1.5 cups of coconut milk.
- Add cocoa powder, half a cup of ice, and 1-2 cups of coconut sugar.
- Also, add in a half a cup of ice and 1 shot of espresso into a processor.
- Blend until all ingredients are mixed well.
- Put in extra coconut milk to make the drink thicker.
- Add more cookies on top for added taste.
Caramel Brulee Latte
- Brew 1-2 ounces of espresso.
- Pour in 1 cup of steamed almond or soy milk.
- Add in 1-2 tablespoons of vanilla bean syrup into a mug.
- Top with coconut whipped cream.
Green Tea Frappuccino
- In a blender, add ice cubes.
- Add half a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Combine 1 tablespoon of Matcha tea powder.
- Pour in 2 tablespoons of Stevia (or your favorite sweetener).
- Add 1 cup of soy or almond milk.
- Blend until the ingredients are smooth.
- Top with coconut whipped cream.
What Are Your Favorite Vegan Options at Starbucks?
Finally, can you believe that all of these delicious beverages are vegan? Also, the great thing about Starbucks is that you can tailor your drink to your liking, no matter what your dietary preferences are. This is such a big benefit of their services.
So, now that you have more details on the many options available at Starbucks, you can indulge to your heart’s content! Which one of these tasty recipes will you try and what is surely not for you? Share with us all your thoughts in the comments section. Also, feel free to ask any further questions. We are here for all our vegan friends out there!
Leave a Reply