Summer is only a couple of months away and what better way to beat the summer heat is a nice, blended drink from Dutch Bros? I know Dutch Bros can be expensive and if you plan on drinking Dutch Bros all the time, it can put a dent in your wallet.
One of the most popular drinks at Dutch Bros is their blended drinks. Luckily, you can make Dutch Bros Freezes at home. You can customize your drink to any flavor you like or use the same flavor profile that Dutch Bros Uses.
To make Dutch Bros Freezes at home, you just need a couple of ingredients – espresso shot, milk, sugar, flavored syrup, flavored sauces, and ice.
In this article, I will walk you through the simple process of making Dutch Bros Freezes at home. I will also talk about other ways you can make this drink – iced and hot.
In this article:
- Ingredients and Equipment Needed to Make Dutch Bros Freeze
- Making Dutch Bros Freezes
- Popular Dutch Bros Freezes
Ingredients and Equipment Needed to Make Dutch Bros Freezes
To make a Dutch Bros Freeze at home, you will need a couple of ingredients and some pieces of equipment.
Espresso Shot
A Dutch Bros Freeze is a blended coffee beverage so you will need coffee grounds. Dutch Bros Freezes have espresso shots as the base of the drink. You can grind your own espresso coffee beans or use the already pre-ground ones if you want to have a more convenient way to make a Dutch Bros freeze at home.
You can also use 2 shots of espresso if you want a stronger coffee flavor.
1 Cup Milk
Dutch Bros Freezes are creamy blended drinks so you’ll need milk to make a delicious drink. You can use whole milk or half and half for a more creamier taste.
Milk alternatives such as almond milk, oat milk, or even coconut milk can also work but, it might change the texture and taste of your drink.
Flavored Syrup and Sauces
What makes Dutch Bros Freezes good is the use of flavored syrups and sauces. Dutch Bros Freezes have a lot of flavors so you can use any flavored syrup or sauce you like. You can use flavored syrup from Torani such as caramel, macadamia nut, chocolate, and more.
The amount of flavored syrups needed will depend on your preference but 1 to 2 tablespoons will be enough.
Sugar
Dutch Bros Freezes are sugary drinks so you will also need sugar if you want the same sweetness. You can also opt to make a sugar-free drink but it might also change the taste of the Dutch Bros Freeze.
You can adjust the amount of sugar you want depending on how sweet you want the drink will be.
Ice
Since you will be making a blended drink, ice is an essential ingredient for a Dutch Bros Freeze.
Whipped Cream
This is an optional ingredient but I’m sure you wouldn’t resist putting whipped cream on top of your homemade Dutch Bros Freeze. You can also make your own Dutch Bros soft top at home if you want to have a complete Dutch Bros experience.
Blender
One of the essential kitchen appliances you need to make a Dutch Bros Freeze is a blender since it is a blended drink. If you don’t have a blender, you can always make an iced version of a Dutch Bros Freeze.
Espresso Machine
Since the base of a Dutch Bros Freeze is espresso shots, you’ll need an espresso machine to pull your shots. If you don’t have an espresso machine at home, you can also use a French Press, AeroPress, or a Moka Pot as alternatives.
Alternatively, you can also use espresso instant coffee if you don’t have the brewing devices that I mentioned. Just make sure to use instant coffee that has a bold and strong profile.
Coffee Grinder
If you are using pre-ground or instant coffee, you won’t need a coffee grinder. You will only need a coffee grinder if you are going to be using coffee beans. Make sure to grind the coffee beans for an espresso shot. A fine grind size is the best grind size for espresso shots.
If you are not going to be using an espresso machine, you’ll have to grind the beans differently depending on what brewing device you will use. A medium grind is best for pour-over or drip coffee while the best grind for a French Press is a coarse grind.
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Making Dutch Bros Freezes
To make a Dutch Bros Freeze at home:
- Brew 1 to 2 shots of espresso.
- Add the espresso shot, 1 to 2 tablespoons of your preferred flavor syrups, and 1 cup of cold whole milk or half and half to the blender.
- Add ice to the blender.
- Blend all the ingredients together until the drink has the same consistency as a smoothie.
- Pour the blended drink into a tall glass.
- Top with whipped cream (optional) and enjoy!
Making Iced Dutch Bros Freezes
If you are more of an iced coffee person, you can also make this drink iced.
To make it iced:
- Brew 1 to 2 shots of espresso.
- Add ice cubes to a tall glass and pour the espresso shot into the glass over ice.
- Add in cold milk or half and half, flavored syrups and sauces, and sugar, and mix everything together.
- Top with whipped cream (optional) and enjoy!
Making Hot Dutch Bros Freezes
Now, this may seem redundant as it is a blended drink but, you can also make this drink hot.
To make a hot version:
- Brew 1 to 2 shots of espresso.
- Steam the milk using the espresso steam wand or heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Pour the espresso shot and steamed milk into a glass.
- Add in sugar, flavored syrups, and sauces, and mix everything together.
- Top with whipped cream (optional) and enjoy!
Popular Dutch Bros Freezes
There are a lot of Dutch Bros Freezes available on Dutch Bros’ menu and you can create most of these drinks by just using different flavored syrups and sauces. Some Dutch Bros Freezes have a rich, chocolatey flavor, so you can also always use chocolate milk instead of regular milk instead.
One of the popular Dutch Bros Freezes you can make at home is the Dutch Bros Golden Eagle. You will need vanilla syrup and caramel sauce to make this delicious at home. Other drinks you can try are the Annihilator, Cocomo, and Picture Perfect.
In Summary
Making Dutch Bros at home can be an effective way to save money since their drinks can be quite expensive. All you need are simple ingredients and less than 10 minutes of your time to recreate a Dutch Bros Freeze!
