Dutch Bros Protein Coffee Menu 2026: Prices, Nutrition, and Every Flavor Explained
A regular Dutch Bros run gives you flavor and caffeine, but not much to show for it nutritionally. The Protein Coffee line changes that equation. Instead of standard dairy or a splash of creamer, these drinks are built on Dutch Bros’ fortified protein milk, so the same espresso you already order comes with a meaningful dose of protein and calcium baked in.
That matters if you’re heading to the gym before work, trying to stretch your energy through a long shift, or just tired of choosing between “tastes good” and “actually does something for me.” The short answer: Dutch Bros Protein Coffee swaps standard milk for a protein-fortified blend across a full lineup of lattes and mochas, in flavors ranging from plain and vanilla to caramel and chocolate, served hot or iced, in small, medium, and large.
Below, you’ll find the complete 2026 menu, what makes the protein milk different from what you’re used to, a full breakdown of each drink, how the lineup stacks up against Starbucks and Dunkin’, customization options straight from Broistas, and the allergen details you need before you order. If you already know what Dutch Bros is and just want the protein specifics, jump straight to the menu below.
What Makes Dutch Bros Protein Milk Different?
Every drink in this lineup starts with the same base ingredient: Dutch Bros Protein Milk. It isn’t a flavor shot or an add-in, it’s the milk itself, reformulated to carry more protein and calcium than a standard pour.
What sets it apart from the milk in your regular latte:
- No added sugars in the base milk itself, separate from any syrup you choose
- Higher calcium content than standard 2% or whole milk
- A dairy-based protein blend rather than a scoop of powder mixed in after the fact
- A noticeably richer, creamier texture that holds up well in both hot and iced drinks
- Built into the drink from the start, so there’s nothing extra to stir in or dissolve
Because the protein comes from the milk rather than a powder, you get a smoother drink with none of the grit or clumping that comes from mixing whey into hot espresso. It also means the protein content stays consistent across every drink built on this base, whether you order it plain or loaded with flavor.
Full Dutch Bros Protein Coffee Menu
| Drink Name | Size Options | Price (USD) | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Protein Latte | Small | $5.25 | Espresso, Vanilla & Protein Milk |
| Medium | $5.50 | ||
| Large | $6.50 | ||
| Vanilla Zero Sugar Added Protein Latte | Small | $4.25 | Espresso, Sugar-Free Vanilla & Protein Milk |
| Medium | $5.25 | ||
| Large | $6.25 | ||
| Salted Caramel Protein Latte | Small | $3.75 | Espresso, Salted Caramel, and Protein Milk, w/ Caramel Drizzle |
| Medium | $4.75 | ||
| Large | $6.75 | ||
| Salted Caramel Protein Mocha | Small | $3.99 | Espresso, Chocolate, Salted Caramel, and Protein Milk, w/ Caramel Drizzle |
| Medium | $4.99 | ||
| Large | $5.99 | ||
| Hopscotch Protein Latte | Small | $5.25 | Espresso, Salted Caramel, Caramel & Protein Milk w/ Caramel Drizzle |
| Medium | $5.50 | ||
| Large | $6.50 | ||
| Hopscotch Zero Sugar Added Protein Latte | Small | $3.50 | Espresso, Sugar-Free Salted Caramel, Caramel & Protein Milk w/ Sugar-Free Caramel Drizzle |
| Medium | $4.50 | ||
| Large | $5.50 | ||
| Hopscotch Protein Mocha | Small | $3.50 | Espresso, Salted Caramel, Caramel, Chocolate & Protein Milk w/ Caramel Drizzle |
| Medium | $4.50 | ||
| Large | $5.50 | ||
| Hopscotch Zero Sugar Added Protein Mocha | Small | $3.50 | Espresso, Sugar-Free Salted Caramel, Caramel, Chocolate & Protein Milk w/ Sugar-Free Caramel Drizzle |
| Medium | $4.50 | ||
| Large | $5.50 | ||
| Protein Latte | Small | $3.50 | Espresso & Protein Milk |
| Medium | $4.50 | ||
| Large | $5.50 |
Every drink on the Protein Coffee menu is available hot or iced, and every one uses the same protein milk base described above. The lineup covers a straightforward Protein Latte for anyone who wants the protein boost without added flavor, sweeter options built around vanilla and caramel, and zero sugar added versions for anyone watching their sugar intake without giving up the protein. If you’re deciding between sizes, our Dutch Bros sizes guide breaks down ounces and price differences across the whole menu, not just protein drinks.
Popular Dutch Bros Protein Coffee Drinks
Here are some popular flavors and protein coffee options to try at Dutch Bros:
Protein Latte
The Protein Latte is the simplest entry point into this menu: two shots of espresso and protein milk, nothing else added. If you want the protein and calcium boost without deciding on a flavor, this is the one to start with, and it’s also the easiest base to build on if you want to add your own syrup later. It works well iced for an afternoon pick-me-up or hot as a straightforward morning drink, and because there’s no syrup involved, it’s the lowest-sugar option on the entire protein lineup by default.
Nutritional Information:
| Type | Size | Total Calories (kcal) | Total Fat (g) | Total Carbs (g) | Total Sugars (g) | Protein (g) | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iced | Small | 190 | 0 | 47 | 46 | 1 | 76 |
| Iced | Medium | 240 | 0 | 59 | 57 | 1 | 114 |
| Iced | Large | 370 | 0 | 92 | 89 | 2 | 151 |
| Blended | Small | 260 | 0 | 66 | 64 | 1 | 70 |
| Blended | Medium | 410 | 0 | 105 | 103 | 2 | 100 |
| Blended | Large | 570 | 0 | 145 | 142 | 2 | 130 |
Vanilla Protein Latte
This one takes the same espresso and protein milk base and adds vanilla, giving you a familiar, classic latte flavor with the added protein working in the background. It’s a solid choice if you’re easing into the protein menu for the first time and want something that tastes close to a drink you already order. A sugar-free vanilla version of this exists too, built specifically to keep the “zero sugar added” claim intact.
Nutritional Information:
| Type | Size | Total Calories (kcal) | Total Fat (g) | Total Carbs (g) | Total Sugars (g) | Protein (g) | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iced | Small | 190 | 0 | 47 | 46 | 1 | 76 |
| Iced | Medium | 240 | 0 | 59 | 57 | 1 | 114 |
| Iced | Large | 370 | 0 | 92 | 89 | 2 | 151 |
| Blended | Small | 260 | 0 | 66 | 64 | 1 | 70 |
| Blended | Medium | 410 | 0 | 105 | 103 | 2 | 100 |
| Blended | Large | 570 | 0 | 145 | 142 | 2 | 130 |
Salted Caramel Protein Latte
This version combines espresso, salted caramel, and protein milk, finished with a caramel drizzle. If you like the sweet-and-salty combination but want less sugar than a standard caramel latte, this gives you that flavor profile with the protein-fortified base doing more of the nutritional work than a regular milk latte would. It sits well as a mid-morning drink or as a lighter alternative when you still want something indulgent-tasting.
Nutritional Information:
| Type | Size | Total Calories (kcal) | Total Fat (g) | Total Carbs (g) | Total Sugars (g) | Protein (g) | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iced | Small | 190 | 0 | 47 | 46 | 1 | 76 |
| Iced | Medium | 240 | 0 | 59 | 57 | 1 | 114 |
| Iced | Large | 370 | 0 | 92 | 89 | 2 | 151 |
| Blended | Small | 260 | 0 | 66 | 64 | 1 | 70 |
| Blended | Medium | 410 | 0 | 105 | 103 | 2 | 100 |
| Blended | Large | 570 | 0 | 145 | 142 | 2 | 130 |
Salted Caramel Protein Mocha
Add chocolate to the salted caramel combination above and you get this one: espresso, chocolate, salted caramel, and protein milk, topped with a caramel drizzle. It’s the richer, more dessert-like option in the salted caramel family, aimed at anyone who wants a mocha’s depth of flavor without dropping the protein angle entirely.
Nutritional Information:
| Type | Size | Total Calories (kcal) | Total Fat (g) | Total Carbs (g) | Total Sugars (g) | Protein (g) | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iced | Small | 190 | 0 | 47 | 46 | 1 | 76 |
| Iced | Medium | 240 | 0 | 59 | 57 | 1 | 114 |
| Iced | Large | 370 | 0 | 92 | 89 | 2 | 151 |
| Blended | Small | 260 | 0 | 66 | 64 | 1 | 70 |
| Blended | Medium | 410 | 0 | 105 | 103 | 2 | 100 |
| Blended | Large | 570 | 0 | 145 | 142 | 2 | 130 |
Hopscotch Protein Latte
Hopscotch pairs salted caramel and caramel together in the same drink, layered over espresso and protein milk with a caramel drizzle finish. It’s a favorite among people who split time between the gym and the office, since it delivers a stronger caramel flavor than the standard Salted Caramel Latte while keeping the same protein base. A zero sugar added version exists for this one as well, built with sugar-free syrups and a sugar-free drizzle.
Nutritional Information:
| Type | Size | Total Calories (kcal) | Total Fat (g) | Total Carbs (g) | Total Sugars (g) | Protein (g) | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iced | Small | 190 | 0 | 47 | 46 | 1 | 76 |
| Iced | Medium | 240 | 0 | 59 | 57 | 1 | 114 |
| Iced | Large | 370 | 0 | 92 | 89 | 2 | 151 |
| Blended | Small | 260 | 0 | 66 | 64 | 1 | 70 |
| Blended | Medium | 410 | 0 | 105 | 103 | 2 | 100 |
| Blended | Large | 570 | 0 | 145 | 142 | 2 | 130 |
Hopscotch Protein Mocha
This combines everything from the Hopscotch Latte, salted caramel, caramel, and protein milk, with chocolate added on top and a caramel drizzle to finish. It’s the most flavor-dense drink on the protein menu, built for anyone who wants a full dessert-style mocha without walking away with an entirely empty nutritional profile. Like its latte counterpart, a zero sugar added version is available for anyone who wants the same flavor combination with less sugar.
Nutritional Information:
| Type | Size | Total Calories (kcal) | Total Fat (g) | Total Carbs (g) | Total Sugars (g) | Protein (g) | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iced | Small | 190 | 0 | 47 | 46 | 1 | 76 |
| Iced | Medium | 240 | 0 | 59 | 57 | 1 | 114 |
| Iced | Large | 370 | 0 | 92 | 89 | 2 | 151 |
| Blended | Small | 260 | 0 | 66 | 64 | 1 | 70 |
| Blended | Medium | 410 | 0 | 105 | 103 | 2 | 100 |
| Blended | Large | 570 | 0 | 145 | 142 | 2 | 130 |
Protein Mocha
The Protein Mocha keeps things simple on the chocolate side: espresso, chocolate, and protein milk, no caramel or extra flavoring involved. It’s built the same way as the plain Protein Latte, just with a mocha base instead, and it can be customized with additional flavors or ordered as a sugar-free version depending on what you’re looking for. If you’d rather compare this against Dutch Bros’ non-protein mochas before deciding, our best drinks guide has that side-by-side breakdown.
Dutch Bros Protein Coffee vs. Competitors
| Feature | Dutch Bros Protein Coffee | Starbucks Protein Drinks | Dunkin’ Protein Drinks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $4.50 (Small) | ~$6.25 (Tall) | ~$5.79 (Small) |
| Protein Source | Whey + Casein Milk | Protein Powder Add-in | Protein Powder Add-in |
| Protein Per Serving | ~20g (Medium) | ~10–15g | ~10–12g |
| Sugar-Free Option | Yes | Limited | Limited |
| Hot + Iced Available | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Customization | Very High | High | Moderate |
| Dairy-Free Protein | Not available (whey-based) | Not available | Not available |
The biggest practical difference between Dutch Bros’ approach and what Starbucks or Dunkin’ offer is where the protein actually comes from. Dutch Bros builds it into the milk itself, so every drink on this menu starts at the same protein baseline regardless of flavor. Starbucks and Dunkin’, by contrast, typically rely on a protein powder or add-in mixed into an existing drink, which means the protein content can vary more depending on what’s added and how much. If protein consistency across flavors matters more to you than brand familiarity, that structural difference is worth knowing before you order.
How to Customize Your Dutch Bros Protein Coffee
Flavor Customizations
- Ask for any of the sugar-free syrup options, including vanilla, salted caramel, chocolate, white chocolate, caramel, hazelnut, coconut, peach, or raspberry, to keep a drink sweet without adding sugar.
- Request “half sweet” if you want the flavor to come through without the full syrup pump count.
- Try Chocolate Macadamia Nut syrup on a plain Protein Latte for a different take on the standard flavor profile.
- Add Irish Cream syrup to the Hopscotch Protein Mocha if you want a deeper, more layered flavor than the standard recipe gives you.
Milk and Protein Customizations
- The default protein milk gives you the full protein and calcium benefit described above, so it’s the right call if maximizing protein is your main goal.
- If you need a dairy-free option, you can swap to oat or almond milk, though doing so removes the added protein and calcium that make this menu distinct in the first place.
Topping Customizations
- Add Soft Top, Dutch Bros’ signature whipped topping, for extra texture without changing the core flavor.
- Ask for extra caramel drizzle if you want more sweetness and presentation, or request the sugar-free version of the drizzle to keep a zero sugar added order intact.
For a longer list of substitutions and lesser-known combinations across the wider menu, check our secret menu guide.
How to Order the Dutch Bros Protein Coffee Menu
- Visit your nearest Dutch Bros location or open the app to order ahead.
- Choose your size: small, medium, or large.
- Pick your base drink: plain Protein Latte, Vanilla, Hopscotch, Salted Caramel, or one of the mocha versions.
- Customize with alternative milk, additional flavor syrups, or a sugar-free swap if needed.
- Choose hot or iced, then place your order.
If you’re new to ordering at Dutch Bros in general, our full ordering guide walks through app setup, drive-thru etiquette, and how the walk-up window works at most locations.
Allergen and Dietary Information
- Milk (Dairy): Every drink on this menu contains dairy, since the protein comes from a dairy-based milk blend. There is currently no dairy-free way to get the added protein.
- Soy: Some caramel sauces and drizzles may contain soy lecithin as a trace ingredient. Check with your local store if you have a soy allergy.
- Gluten: The core protein coffee ingredients, espresso and protein milk, are naturally gluten-free, though cross-contact is always possible in a shared kitchen environment.
- Nuts: The base protein drinks don’t contain nuts, but certain optional flavor syrups, including Chocolate Macadamia Nut and Hazelnut, do.
- Vegan: Not currently possible on this menu. The protein benefit specifically comes from a dairy-based milk, so switching to a plant-based milk removes the added protein along with the dairy.
For full details on any specific drink’s calorie, sugar, or allergen breakdown, see our nutrition facts guide, which covers the entire Dutch Bros menu, not just protein drinks.
Why Choose Dutch Bros Protein Coffee
- A real protein boost without extra steps. No powder to mix in, no clumping, just a milk swap that happens before your drink is even made.
- Options across the sugar spectrum. Standard, flavored, and zero sugar added versions exist across most of the lineup, so you’re not locked into one sugar level.
- Flavor variety. Plain, vanilla, salted caramel, and hopscotch combinations mean you’re not stuck choosing protein over taste.
- Hot or iced on every drink. Nothing on this menu is locked to one temperature.
- Consistent protein content by design. Because the protein lives in the milk, you get it whether you order plain or fully loaded with flavor.
Conclusion
The Dutch Bros Protein Coffee menu gives you a genuine way to add protein and calcium to your regular coffee order without changing how or where you get it. Whether you stick with a plain Protein Latte, lean into vanilla or salted caramel, or go for a full mocha, the protein milk base means you’re getting more out of the drink than flavor and caffeine alone. If you’re not sure where to start, the plain Protein Latte is the safest first order, and you can always build up to the more flavored combinations from there.
Ready to order? Check the Dutch Bros Menu for the full lineup alongside this protein coffee list.