Dutch Bros Cold Brew: Bold, Smooth, and Barely Any Calories
The 60-second version: Dutch Bros Cold Brew is a strong iced coffee with a bold, smooth flavor. It costs $4.75 to $6.95 and lists just 10 to 20 calories. It’s in the Coffee Classics section, and Dutch Bros recommends it for people who want a strong iced coffee.
If you want to see where it sits among everything else, browse our full Dutch Bros menu first.
What Cold Brew Actually Is
Cold brew is coffee that’s brewed with cold water over a long time, instead of hot water over a short time. In general, that gives a smoother, less sharp taste than hot-brewed coffee poured over ice. That matches how Dutch Bros describes it: bold and smooth.
It lives in Coffee Classics, the section for simple coffee drinks that let the coffee itself show. There’s no sweet flavor layer to hide behind, which is exactly why people who love coffee tend to order it.
Reading the Numbers
| Range | |
|---|---|
| Price | $4.75 to $6.95 |
| Calories | 10 to 20 |
| Flavor | Bold and smooth |
| Menu section | Coffee Classics |
About that 10 to 20 calories
That is the lowest calorie range in the whole Coffee Classics list. For comparison, the Latte runs 120 to 230, the Mocha runs 190 to 380, and the Oat Milk Latte runs 140 to 290.
One honest caution: those low numbers describe the drink as listed. If you add milk, flavors, or other extras, the count can go up. If calories are the reason you’re ordering this, ask your barista what’s in your specific drink, and confirm in the app.
About the wide price range
The top price, $6.95, is noticeably higher than the Latte’s $5.75 ceiling. The most likely reasons are size and style, but the exact reason depends on your store. Open the Dutch Bros app, select your location, and check the price for the size you want before ordering.
Cold Brew vs. Nitro vs. Kicker Cold Brew
Dutch Bros has a few cold brew variations, and they’re easy to mix up:
- Cold Brew: bold and smooth, $4.75 to $6.95, 10 to 20 calories. The straightforward option.
- Nitro Cold Brew: described as rich and creamy, with a full-bodied feel. It’s listed at one size for $7.69, so it costs more than the regular Cold Brew at most sizes.
- Kicker Cold Brew: listed at $3.25 to $4.25 with 10 to 20 calories, so it’s the cheapest of the three.
Pick the plain Cold Brew if you want the classic. Pick the Nitro if you want a creamier, fuller feel and don’t mind paying for it. Check the Kicker Cold Brew if price is the main concern.
Order Scenarios
Which of these sounds like you?
- “I’m watching calories but still want real coffee.” Cold Brew fits, as long as you keep add-ins simple.
- “I want caffeine and flavor without the sugar.” Start with Cold Brew and ask about sugar-free flavors, since Coffee Classics can be customized.
- “I want something creamy and indulgent.” Go for the Latte, Mocha, or Nitro instead.
- “I like my coffee strong and iced.” This is the one Dutch Bros points you toward.
How to Customize It
Because it’s a Coffee Classic, you can ask your barista about milk options, extra espresso, or sugar-free flavors. Not every option is available at every stand, so check when you order. Remember that each addition can change the calories, so adjust one thing at a time if you’re tracking them.
Cold Brew FAQs
How much is a Dutch Bros Cold Brew?
It ranges from $4.75 to $6.95, depending on size and location.
How many calories are in a Dutch Bros Cold Brew?
10 to 20 calories as listed. Add-ins can change that, so confirm with your barista.
Is Dutch Bros Cold Brew strong?
It’s described as bold and smooth, and it’s listed for people who want a strong iced coffee.
What’s the difference between Cold Brew and Nitro Cold Brew?
The Nitro is described as rich and creamy and comes in one size at $7.69. The regular Cold Brew is bold and smooth, with more size options.
Is Cold Brew sweet?
Not by default. It’s a Coffee Classic, so it’s meant to taste like coffee. You can ask about sugar-free flavors if you want some sweetness.
Which has the lowest calories in Coffee Classics?
Cold Brew, at 10 to 20, according to the figures we track.
The Bottom Line
If you like your coffee strong, iced, and not sweet, the Cold Brew is the simplest way to get it at Dutch Bros. Check the price in the app, decide whether Nitro is worth the upgrade, and compare it with the other drinks in our Coffee Classics menu. For everything else, head back to the main Dutch Bros menu.
