Dutch Bros White Coffee

White coffee isn’t a flavor, a creamer, or a “white” drink loaded with milk — it’s a roast level. Dutch Bros introduced it back in 2014, and it’s still one of the more misunderstood items on the menu. Here’s what it actually is, how it tastes, and how to order it.

What Makes White Coffee Different

Roasted Lower and Shorter

White coffee beans are roasted at about 325°F, roughly half the temperature of Dutch Bros’ regular espresso roast (370-540°F), for about half the time. The beans stay pale and golden instead of turning dark brown.

More Caffeine

Shorter roasting burns off fewer caffeine molecules. A double shot of white coffee has about 130mg of caffeine, versus roughly 93.5mg in a double shot of Dutch Bros’ regular private reserve blend.

Lower Acidity

The lighter roast means less bitterness and a gentler feel on sensitive stomachs — a common reason people switch to it.

What Does White Coffee Taste Like?

On its own, white coffee is mild, nutty, and earthy — closer to warm, lightly toasted milk than a bold espresso shot. Since the natural sugars in the bean never caramelize during the short roast, there’s little to no bitterness. Some coffee drinkers love the smoothness; others find it bland on its own, so it’s usually paired with a flavored syrup rather than ordered black. Try it in a Golden Eagle or Chai Breve for a nuttier twist on those flavors.

How to Order It

Ask for “white coffee” instead of regular espresso in almost any hot or iced Coffee Classics drink. Dutch Bros itself has recommended flavor pairings that highlight the nutty profile:

White Coffee Hazelnut Mocha

White coffee, chocolate milk, and hazelnut flavoring — a nutty pairing Dutch Bros itself recommends.

White Coffee Toasted Mellow Oat Milk Latte

White coffee with oat milk and a toasted marshmallow-style flavor.

White Coffee Coconut Chai Latte

White coffee blended into a coconut chai base for a warm, spiced twist.

White Coffee Jelly Donut Oat Milk Latte

White coffee with oat milk and a sweet jelly donut flavor combo.

For the complete Dutch Bros menu, prices, and every drink category, see the main menu page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Neither exactly — it’s a roast level. White coffee beans are roasted at a lower temperature for less time, which changes the caffeine and flavor, not a syrup or milk choice.

Yes — a double shot of white coffee has about 130mg of caffeine, compared to about 93.5mg for a double shot of Dutch Bros’ regular blend, since less caffeine is broken down during the shorter roast.

Yes — just ask your Broista to swap in white coffee for the espresso in almost any hot or iced coffee drink. Check the Secret Menu guide for more fan-built flavor combinations to try it with.

Because the beans are roasted at a much lower temperature, the natural sugars never caramelize, so there’s little bitterness — the result is a milder, nuttier, tea-like flavor.

Dutch Bros added white coffee to its menu in 2014.