Dunkin’s Caffeine-Free Drinks: A Review of the Blue Raspberry Coolatta.
Dunkin’ offers a variety of caffeine-free drinks, and our taste testers tried 11 of them to find the best and worst options. Among them, the Blue Raspberry Coolatta stands out as the least enjoyable choice. Its vibrant blue color and unusual flavor are off-putting, and it fails to live up to the standards of other caffeine-free options.
The Blue Raspberry Coolatta, like other Coolattas, is made with flavored syrup, liquid sugar, and crushed ice. However, it is excessively sweet compared to its counterparts. Some testers even described the flavor as nauseating. Customer complaints also suggest that the drink can cause discomfort, with reports of baristas adding cream or milk, which is not part of the official recipe.
In addition to its overpowering sweetness, the Blue Raspberry Coolatta leaves an unpleasant medicinal aftertaste. For a more satisfying experience, consider choosing a different flavor or another drink entirely.
Other Caffeine-Free Options at Dunkin’ Donuts
Fortunately, Dunkin’ offers several other caffeine-free choices that are much more appealing. The Strawberry Coolatta is rated the best among testers and can be customized with secret menu options. Try the Chocolate Covered Strawberry Coolatta by mixing half chocolate and half strawberry Coolatta, or the Strawberry Shortcake Coolatta with half vanilla and half strawberry flavors. For a unique twist, adding hazelnut and almond syrup creates a Strawberry Cheesecake Coolatta.
If strawberries aren’t your preference, consider other flavors like the French Vanilla Swirl Frozen Chocolate, the Original Frozen Chocolate, or the Vanilla Bean Coolatta. All of these are refreshing on a warm day.
When the weather turns cold, Dunkin’ offers hot caffeine-free beverages that are perfect for keeping warm. Hot teas are a great choice, with the Hibiscus Kiss Tea being a top recommendation. Dunkin’s Hot Chocolate also receives praise for its rich chocolate flavor, especially when made with milk, a pump of mocha, and topped with whipped cream. For those who can tolerate a bit of caffeine, Dunkin’s matcha and decaf espresso drinks are also available hot or iced.