Considering that thousands of Dunkin' locations dot the U.S., there's a pretty good chance you're near one right now. So if you're looking for convenient drink options to warm you up on a chilly day—and for prices that are relatively affordable compared with other coffee-focused chains—Dunkin' is tough to beat.
I’m a diehard fan of Dunkin' cold brew, but sometimes, when the weather is freezing, even I feel a little weird sipping on a beverage poured over a pile of ice cubes. So I decided now was the perfect time to explore the chain’s hot drinks in the hope of finding a more seasonally appropriate sip.
This took some work, as Dunkin’ offers a huge range of hot drink options—from tea to hot chocolate, plus a bevy of specialty coffees. As I made my way through the menu at my local Dunkin', certain drinks really surprised me. Some options I expected to love were underwhelming, while other drinks that seemed outside my usual preference were shockingly delicious.
To help save you the trouble of trying everything, I sampled my way through 17 different beverages to find the best hot Dunkin' drink and asked a few friends to help with the tasting too, so I could get a few more opinions.
Of course, everyone has different tastes in beverages, which makes it impossible to determine scientifically which Dunkin’ hot drink is the "best." If you’re a tea-loving minimalist, for instance, you probably won't love the whipped cream-topped Signature Latte as much as I did. But you may discover a new fave in Dunkin's Hibiscus Kiss Herbal Infusion tea. The main point here is that most people can probably find something at Dunkin' they'd enjoy.
Keep scrolling to see which Dunkin' hot drinks I liked the most, which ones I'd personally skip next time and which was my all-around winner.
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What Are Dunkin’s Hot Drinks?
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The range of hot drinks available at Dunkin’ is larger than you might realize, encompassing everything from classic coffee drinks to sweetened specialty beverages and herbal teas. You have a lot of choices! And from there, each drink is fully customizable with your choice of flavored sweeteners and multiple varieties of milk or cream. ?? SIGN UP to get delicious recipes, handy kitchen hacks & more in our daily Parade Eats newsletter. ??
How I Tasted Dunkin’s Hot Drinks
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To test Dunkin’s hot drinks, I placed a huge order at my nearest location for all 17 hot options on the menu. (One note: The eagle-eyed among us will notice that there are only 16 cups in the photo above. That's because I had to go back for a drink I forgot. It's easy to lose track when you're juggling so many!)
For drinks traditionally made with milk, like the cappuccino and latte, I opted for whole milk. Other milk options at Dunkin' include skim milk, cream, almond milk and oat milk. I also skipped the added sugars and syrups unless the drinks contained them by design.
I sampled the hot beverages in a quick round, then went back and sipped each individually. That allowed me to compare the drinks head-to-head and consider them more fully on their own. Some drinks tasted better with successive sips, while others weren’t as appealing in larger doses.
Because everyone’s taste buds are different, I recruited five friends to sample the drinks with me, then polled each on which beverages stood out and which fell short—and why. The final list reflects my own thoughts, as well as feedback from the group.
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17 Dunkin’ Hot Drinks, Ranked from Worst to Best
Here's my full rundown of Dunkin' hot drinks from worst to best, along with detailed tasting notes and the cost of each drink in my (sales tax-free) area. Again, bear in mind that this ranking is highly subjective. Yours might look different from mine, and that's OK! Think of this as a fun discovery journey for finding a Dunkin' hot drink that suits your preferences.
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17. Matcha Latte, $4.90
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While I generally love matcha drinks (including plenty from coffee chains), Dunkin's version was disappointing. Dunkin’ makes its matcha latte with a mix of sweetened matcha powder and milk, and it's possible the barista on duty accidentally added too much drink powder to my cup or failed to blend it thoroughly. My latte looked like a sludgy green smoothie—not exactly appetizing. And the texture was oddly thick.
The drink was also much sweeter than I expected. (I later learned that Dunkin' matcha powder is pre-sweetened, which explains the flavor.) All my fellow testers had similar notes...except for one who ranked this drink as her favorite.
If this sounds good to you, go for it, but we warned that what you get might vary widely based on the barista's matcha-making experience. You might want to consider ordering it inside the store, take a quick look and ask for the drink to be mixed more thoroughly, diluted, etc., depending on what you get.
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16. Chai Latte, $4.80
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Dunkin’ makes its Chai Latte by adding several pumps of sweetened chai syrup (mostly brewed chai tea extract and sugar) to milk. Heavy on the spice and notably sweet, the drink was good, but I've had better riffs on chai.
If you like chai flavors but would prefer to avoid the sugar rush, consider asking your barista to add one less pump of syrup to your cup. I also think the latte's strong spice notes would be best enjoyed in smaller doses. If I were to order this again, I'd probably size down from a medium drink.
15. Cool Mint Herbal Infusion Tea, $2.80
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Dunkin' creates its own tea blends using loose-leaf teas and herbs in pyramid-shaped sachets. The chain's caffeine-free Cool Mint Herbal Infusion Tea contains peppermint (as you might expect) along with cornflower for a delicately floral note.
The flavor was definitely peppy; even without a caffeine jolt, this brew will perk you up. For my taste, however, the mint was a little much. As you'll see below, I preferred some of the menu's more balanced teas.
14. Espresso, $2.20
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You could say a coffee place is best measured by its shot of plain espresso—no sugar, no milk, no bells and whistles. Dunkin' did OK here. My single shot delivered the bold flavor you’d expect, with some nice bitter depth. At the same time, though, it did taste slightly burnt.
In my opinion, Dunkin' espresso does best when diluted in the Americano (ranked higher in this list) or used in the chain's blended beverages.
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13. Hibiscus Kiss Herbal Infusion Tea, $2.80
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Tea is rarely described as “fun,” but that’s what the Hibiscus Kiss Herbal Infusion tea feels like to me. The tea has a deep pinkish hue, for starters, and features a blend of tasty flavors—rosehips, chicory, lemongrass and licorice root—in addition to the tangy hibiscus. Together, this creates a flavor profile that's naturally sweet, floral and slightly fruity. The tea is caffeine-free, too. I enjoyed it! I could also see this drink being a hit with kids.
12. Harmony Leaf Green Tea, $2.80
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Green tea generally doesn't excite me, so I was pleasantly surprised by this brew. Dunkin’s Harmony Leaf Green Tea contains a mix of green tea, lemon peel and ginger, resulting in some nice zingy notes to offset the tea's predominant grassy flavor. The overall flavor was mild but intriguingly complex. If you like green tea, as some of my fellow testers do, you'll love what this drink has going on.
11. Hot Chocolate, $2.90
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Dunkin' makes its hot chocolate by combining a proprietary powdered mix with hot water. It tastes a little like Swiss Miss with a more marshmallow-y flavor. If you prefer your hot chocolate with a rich and creamy base, this drink might not quite do it for you. For me, it was creamy enough, and the cocoa notes came through nicely. While I didn't go for the optional espresso shot Dunkin' offers with this drink, I could totally see it tasting great with the drink's chocolatey base.
10. Bold Breakfast Black Tea, $2.80
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No muss, no fuss: Dunkin's black tea is black tea and black tea only. This is a full-bodied brew with an earthy aroma and subtle notes of florals and spice—almost like a Ceylon variety. It delivers bold flavor with real presence without being overbearing. A medium contains 90 mg of caffeine, just FYI.
9. Chamomile Fields Herbal Infusion Tea, $2.80
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This was my favorite of all of the Dunkin’ teas I tried. Interestingly, orange peel is the blend's no. 1 ingredient, producing a bright, citrusy baseline for the other components: chamomile flowers, lemongrass, licorice root and cornflower.
I found this tea to be light, herbal and simply delightful. This would be a great cozy morning drink and since it's caffeine-free, you can also enjoy it jitter-free in the evening, too.
8.Latte, $4.80
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When it comes to espresso drinks, lattes contain the most steamed milk. Here, the milk's natural sweetness did a good job of mellowing out the bitterness of the espresso. But after drinking the whole cup, I did feel like I'd guzzled a lot of plain dairy. Don't get me wrong; this was a very good latte! I was just more impressed by some of the other drinks on the menu.
7. Americano, $3.50
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A classic Americano is a combination of brewed espresso and hot water—similar to a black coffee but usually stronger and richer in flavor. Lots of people add sugar or a splash of milk. I ordered my Americano black and unsweetened to better evaluate the espresso.
I must say, Dunkin' absolutely nailed this one. Despite their simplicity, Americanos can be tricky to get right: Too much water and the beverage is weak; too little and it ends up excessively bitter for its volume. The ratios in my Dunkin' Americano were perfect, like something I’d get from a specialty coffee shop. And at $3.50, it's a good value.
6.Macchiato, $4.80
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A macchiato is an espresso drink that includes at least one shot of espresso and a splash of steamed milk and/or small dollop of foam—a trace of creaminess to lighten up the color a bit. (The word “macchiato” is an Italian term meaning “marked.” In a macchiato drink, milk is what "marks" the espresso.) A good macchiato is full-bodied and smooth.
Dunkin' aced the combination here, adding just enough foamy milk to take the edge off the harsher notes in the espresso I described earlier. My macchiato had a strong, smooth flavor and proved to be a solid entry in Dunkin's espresso drink lineup.
5. Cappuccino, $4.50
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In my experience, coffee chains often add too much milk to their cappuccinos, creating more of a latte-like effect when a cappuccino is supposed to be mostly foam. Dunkin’ did a great job with the cappuccino I sampled, tempering the espresso with just enough steamed milk and topping it with a perfectly thick cap of creamy foam.
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4. Original Blend Coffee, $2.80
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Dunkin’s signature Original Blend brew has a massive fanbase, which makes sense. This is a well-rounded, medium-roast Arabica coffee that gets the job done. It's strong but not too strong, can take whatever sweeteners and syrups you throw at it, goes great with donuts and tastes pretty terrific on its own. To me, this brew feels like a reliable everyday choice you can adapt for all kinds of coffee cravings.
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3. Toasted White Chocolate Signature Latte, $4.90
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OK, is this drink packed with sugar? Yep. Did I enjoy every drop? Absolutely.
Dunkin’s Toasted White Chocolate Signature Latte—a seasonal item—was a surprise hit for me. Made with espresso, milk and toasted white chocolate flavoring, then topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle andcinnamon sugar, it's way more than I'd normally want in a coffee drink.
And yet the cozy mix of white chocolate and cinnamon kept me sipping. And I liked how the caramel played against the latte base. Just note the whipped cream melts quickly (mine disappeared into the drink before I could make the quick drive home). And as with some of the other sweet drinks on this list, you might want to order a small to avoid sugar overload. But if you're craving a heavenly drinkable dessert, this is it.
2. Dunkin’ Midnight Coffee, $2.80
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If you've been ordering Dunkin’ Original Blend coffee out of sheer habit, consider branching out and trying Dunkin’ Midnight, a darker variety made from slow-roasting Dunkin's signature Arabica beans.
I sipped the two coffees head to head and found Midnight had a richer, fuller-bodied taste. And while Original is more lively, Midnight is slightly bitter in a pleasing way—just enough to give this darker coffee some nice depth of flavor. This would be a great choice on sleepy mornings when you want a wake-up brew with a little more kick to it.
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1. Dunkalatte, $4.95
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OK, we have a winner! Introduced in the summer of 2024, the Dunkalatte is technically a limited-edition drink that Dunkin' has brought back several times due to popular demand. And I get it: Of all the beverages I sampled, this was hands-down my favorite.
The Dunkalatte is similar to a classic latte in that it's made with steamed whole milk and espresso. But this drink also includes a special ingredient: coffee milk. The lightly sweetened dairy product is enhanced with coffee extract, which adds another layer of flavor to the drink.
My Dunkalatte delivered a strong coffee/espresso flavor with a hint of sweetness to mellow out the bitterness of the beans. The texture was pleasingly smooth and creamy—kind of like a cozy milkshake. Here's hoping Dunkin' keeps this drink on the menu, at least through the cold winter months!
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