How many Starbucks drinks do you think there are? If you’re counting the drinks they have written on their menu board, those are just the ones you know of. But what you may not know is that there is a whole new universe of drinks waiting for you to discover on Starbucks secret menu.
In this article
- Frappuccinos
- Butterbeer Frappuccino
- Baby Yoda
- Harley Quinn
- Joker Frappuccino
- Cap’n Crunch Berry Frappuccino
- Raspberry Cheesecake Frappuccino
- Love Frappuccino
- Love Bug Frappuccino
- Christmas Cookie Frappuccino
- Ferrero Rocher Frappuccino
- Santa Claus Frappuccino
- Banana Split Frappuccino
- Heartbreaker Frappuccino
- Cake Batter Frappuccino
- Thin Mint Frappuccino
- Cinnamon Roll Frappuccino
- Unicorn Frappuccino
- Twix Frappuccino
- Coffees & Teas
If you are a first-time reader, you may be wondering, “What exactly is the Starbucks Secret Menu?”
The Starbucks Secret Menu is a list of drinks created by Starbucks enthusiasts. These are Starbucks drinks with specific customizations. It is important to note that Starbucks Secret Menu isn’t an official menu. That means you can’t just ask your barista, you would need to follow the recipe.
Sure, it makes the ordering a bit tedious at times – but it’s worth it in the end.
Frappuccinos
Frappuccinos – if you’re not in the know, are a line of blended coffee and ice drinks at Starbucks. Not into coffee? No problem, they also offer a crème base. Regardless of what you pick, there are endless combinations to be made, and we’ve curated some of the best ones for you.
Butterbeer Frappuccino
You’re probably wondering what this Harry Potter drink is doing on this list. And if you’re a true blue Potterhead, then you’re absolutely going to love this delicious concoction. Not only will you get to relive those fun scenes in The Three Broomsticks, but you will also get to experience how truly magical Butterbeer is.
How to order:
- Order a grande crème Frappuccino
- Ask for three pumps of caramel syrup and three pumps of toffee nut syrup
- Caramel drizzle on top
Baby Yoda
The Baby Yoda frapp is a beautiful shade of bright green with hints of caramel throughout. The specialty drink starts with a Matcha Green Tea Frappuccino, Caramel, Whipped Cream, and Caramel Ribbon Crunch Crunchies.
How to order:
- Matcha frapp
- Caramel lining the inside of the cup
- Caramel Ribbon Crunch Crunchies
- Whipped cream and caramel on top
Harley Quinn
The Harley Quinn Frappuccino is another movie-inspired drink that became wildly popular during the promotion of Birds of Prey. Just like Harley Quinn’s two-colored hairstyle, the frappuccino’s whipped topping is split right down the middle with green and hot pink coloring.
How to order:
- Strawberry Frappuccino
- Strawberry puree at the base of the cup
- Whipped cream
- Top half of the whip with matcha powder and the other half with dried dragonfruit
Joker Frappuccino
If you’re more of a Joker fan, you’ll love this bright green drink with the signature red smile.
How to order:
- Matcha frappuccino
- Whipped cream and chocolate drizzle
- Ask for a smiley face drawn with strawberry syrup on the inside of the cup
Cap’n Crunch Berry Frappuccino
You’ve probably missed the taste of this breakfast cereal that woke you up every morning as a kid. Let this berry drink remind you of those days and give you a reason to visit Starbucks in the morning.
How to order:
- Venti Strawberry and Crème Frappuccino
- One pump of caramel, hazelnut, and toffee
- Whipped cream
Raspberry Cheesecake Frappuccino
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We have the perfect option for the cheesecake lovers out there; The Raspberry Cheesecake Frappuccino. The Raspberry Cheesecake Frappuccino is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. If cheesecake just isn’t your thing, you could also try out the Twix Frappuccino, which we have recently reviewed.
How to order:
- Grande White Mocha Frappuccino
- One pump of raspberry and one pump of hazelnut syrup
- Caramel crunch topping mixed in
- Garnish with strawberry puree on top of the whipped cream
Love Frappuccino
Source: @supersecretmenu on TikTok
Sweet, fruity, caffeinated drink that is Instagram-worth, what’s not to love about the LOVE Frappuccino? Before we jump into things, let’s give credit to the good folks over at TotallyTheBomb who came up with this and many other fantastic recipes.
How to order:
- Grande Cream Based White Mocha Frappuccino
- Add strawberry acai juice and strawberry puree
- Whipped cream
- Dragon fruit pieces on top
Love Bug Frappuccino
Source: @supersecretmenu on TikTok
Raspberry, strawberry, cream, and chocolate. What’s not to love about the Love Bug Frappuccino? It’s only available seasonally, so get it while you can in the colder months.
How to order:
- Grande Strawberries and Cream Frappuccino
- One pump of raspberry syrup
- One scoop of java chips
- Whipped cream, mocha drizzle, and cookie crumbles on top
Christmas Cookie Frappuccino
Before we jump right into the recipe for the Christmas Cookie Frappuccino, it’s worth noting that we did not come up with the recipe ourselves. The Secret Menu website credits the recipe to someone named Eric M.
How to order:
- Venti creme base Frappuccino
- Two pumps of Peppermint Syrup
- Two pumps of Toffee Nut Syrup
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with a raw sugar packet
- Optionally, you can top your drink with caramel drizzle
Ferrero Rocher Frappuccino
If you are a fan of Starbucks Frappuccinos, you would know there are tons of options on the menu that taste like a dessert in a cup. However, there are times that you may want something different, something unique – dare I say? – something fancy. When it comes to fancy treats, perhaps none comes fancier than Ferrero Rocher Chocolate.
How to order:
- Grande Java Chip Frappuccino
- Add one pump of hazelnut and one pump of toffee nut syrup
- Top with whipped cream
- Add caramel and mocha drizzle
Santa Claus Frappuccino
The Santa Claus Frappuccino is the brainchild of Totally The Bomb, and while the drink is holiday-themed, it can be enjoyed all year round.
How to order:
- Venti vanilla bean frappuccino
- Strawberry puree on the bottom and in the middle
- Top with whipped cream
- Garnish with Christmas sprinkles (if they’re in season) if not, top with a raw sugar packet
Banana Split Frappuccino
Source: Starbucks’ Facebook
One of the most popular and comforting drinks on the Secret Menu. It’s made from ingredients that every Starbucks location has on hand for other beverages on the menu, so no matter where you live, you should be able to order one. In fact, the Banana Split Frappuccino has made its way onto the official Starbucks menu a time or two because of how popular it is.
How to order:
- Strawberries and Creme Frappuccino
- Vanilla bean powder
- Java chips
- A banana
- Toppings – whipped cream, mocha drizzle, caramel, and dried strawberries
There’s an alternative recipe that some Starbucks locations have been serving, which starts with a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino instead of the Strawberries and Creme one. Then, you’ll ask for real strawberries, bananas, java chips, caramel drizzle, and mocha drizzle. The mocha and caramel drizzle should go on the inside of the cup instead of on top. Not all Starbucks locations have real strawberries, but if they do, this is the version I’d recommend.
Heartbreaker Frappuccino
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While it might sound like a season Frappucino (and it can be) this one is also made with ingredients that are found season-round at most Starbucks locations.
How to order:
- Grande Strawberries and Cream Frappuccino
- One pump of white mocha
- Extra strawberry puree and whipped cream in the bottom of the cup
- Top with whipped cream
- Add mocha cookie crumble
Cake Batter Frappuccino
This frozen beverage was originally released on the menu as a limited-time offer but was discontinued back in 2015. If you’ve never heard of this sweet treat, that’s probably why, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get your hands on one.
How to order:
- Venti Vanilla Bean Creme Frappuccino
- Two pumps of Hazelnut Syrup
- Optional: Starbucks Cake Pop
Thin Mint Frappuccino
The Thin Mint Frappuccino is one of the most-ordered drinks from the secret menu, so you shouldn’t have a problem getting your hands on it. Because all the ingredients used to make the Thin Mint Frap are also used in other Starbucks drinks that are on the regular menu, there is no reason you can’t get it.
How to order:
- Venti Green Tea Creme Frappuccino
- Java chips
- Three pumps of mocha syrup
- 2 pumps of peppermint syrup
Cinnamon Roll Frappuccino
The Cinnamon Roll Frappuccino is one of the most popular secret menu drinks to date, and it really does taste like the liquid form of your favorite breakfast roll. So, what goes into this scrumptious masterpiece?
How to order:
- Venti Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
- Add two pumps of white mocha syrup
- Add two pumps of cinnamon dolce syrup
- Dust with cinnamon dolce powder
Unicorn Frappuccino
There’s no shortage of Instagram-worthy food and drink creations, and Starbucks’ Unicorn Frappuccino is no exception. This “flavor and color-changing” frap is made with pink powder blended into a mango-creme Frappuccino and layered with a sour powder topping. When you stir it, the color transforms from purple to pink and the flavor changes from sweet to tart.
The Unicorn Frappuccino was a fun drink introduced by Starbucks in April 2017. A year before this, the internet went crazy for unicorn-everything, including Unicorn Hot Chocolate, Unicorn Milkshakes, unicorn hair, unicorn clothes, unicorn paint, etc. Starbucks created their Unicorn Frap on their Secret Menu, but unfortunately for my pre-teen and all of her colorful friends, these fraps were only offered for about a week. Even though this drink was labeled as a frappuccino, there was no coffee added- but with all the sugar, who needs caffeine?
How to order:
The Unicorn Frappuccino is no longer on Starbucks ’ menu, but there are a few similar options you can ask for. These drinks aren’t “officially” on the menu, but if you ask your barista, they might be able to create them for you. I’ve brought drink recipes I found online to my local Starbucks, and they’re always happy to give it a try. Similar colorful Starbucks drinks include the following:
- The Pink Unicorn
- Unicorn Passion
- Unicorn Iced Mocha
- Vanilla Unicorn Bean Frappucino
- Raspberry Unicorn Frappucino
Twix Frappuccino
This indulgent iced drink tastes like the world’s best candy bar. It’s creamier than the Caramel Frappuccino, which is the base of this drink because the whipped cream is blended in. Java chips give it a nice crunch and texture, reminiscent of biting into a Twix candy bar. The hazelnut and caramel syrups add that smooth buttery taste, and the drizzled mocha and caramel on top complete the richness of the Twix Frap.
How to order:
A seasoned barista will probably know how to prepare the Twix Frappuccino, but just in case, here is the secret recipe.
- Caramel Frappuccino
- 1-2 Pumps Caramel Syrup
- 1-2 Pumps Hazelnut Syrup
- Java Chips
- Caramel sauce & Mocha Drizzle
- Whipped cream, blended in
For an even more authentic Twix taste, grab a cookie!
Coffees & Teas
If you’re looking to start your day with more caffeine and less sugar, this section is for you. Of course, all of these can be made decaf as well – except the chai – just make sure to add that part when you order.
Candy Cane Cold Brew
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While peppermints and candy canes may scream holiday cheer, you can order this drink year-round. You just need to be careful with the ratios if you order a smaller size, the peppermint can (and will!) easily out-compete the white chocolate.
How to order:
- Venti Sweet Cream Cold Foam Cold Brew with no vanilla
- Four pumps of white mocha and two pumps of peppermint
- Add two additional pumps of peppermint in the cold foam.
- Holiday sprinkles on top
Caramel Snickerdoodle Macchiato
This secret menu drink contains all the same ingredients as the fan-favorite Caramel Macchiato with soy milk, but this one comes “upside-down,” making all the delightful layers of the traditional beverage blend together. But what about the snickerdoodle part? There’s a special ingredient to make your macchiato taste like your favorite holiday cookie, and we’re about to spill all the tea (er – coffee) on what it is.
How to order:
- Venti iced caramel macchiato upside down (I suppose you could order this drink hot as well)
- With soymilk
- 2 pumps vanilla Syrup
- 2 pumps Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
Chocolate Mousse Cold Brew
If you’re a chocolate-all-day kind of person, you’ll love this chocolate mousse cold brew! Filled to the brim with chocolate, sweet cream, and a little vanilla to make it taste extra chocolatey (it sounds weird, I know, but it’s a thing I promise!) it’ll be hard to not jump out of bed just so you can drink this.
How to order:
- Venti Sweet Cream Cold Foam Cold Brew with only two pumps of vanilla
- Four pumps of mocha
- Two pumps of mocha in the foam
- Top with cookie crumbles
Dirty Chai
This is a simple combination of ingredients that tea lovers will adore. If you’re a fan of chai tea, then you should enjoy this drink that you can order hot or cold. Perfect if you need a caffeine booster in your tea, not to mention that it’s really tasty!
How to order:
- Ventti Chai Latte with two shots of espresso -OR-
- Tall Chai Latte with one shot of espresso
Undertow
This one needs to be downed like a shot. And it’s recommended for those who need quick energy to get moving in the morning or to wake up those droopy eyes in the afternoon. Either way, expect to be awake for hours. But you have to admit, sounds like the dream of every adult attempting to tackle Monday.
How to order:
- Two shots of espresso in an espresso cup
- Milk
- Three pumps of your favorite syrup
Nutella Drink
If there’s one word that chocolate enthusiasts worship, it’s Nutella. This label can surely ignite the imagination of people around the world. Rivers of chocolate, anyone?
How to order:
- Standard Caffe Misto
- One pump of hazelnut syrup and one pump of chocolate
- Finish it with a drizzle of caramel on top
Snickerdoodle Cold Brew
Another year-round recipe that sounds dangerously like Christmas. Or maybe that’s just me? This Snickerdoodle cold brew secret menu item is a criminally underrated one. In our humble – but professional – opinion.
How to order:
- First, ask for a Grande Cold Brew
- Then add one pump of White Mocha
- Then ask for two pumps of sugar-free cinnamon dolce syrup
- Then add a splash of half-and-half
