18 Best Hot Starbucks Drinks

It’s always a good time for a hot drink. You can come up with a good excuse to nip into Starbucks and treat yourself to a flavoursome hot drink, can’t you? I’ll walk you through the best hot Starbucks drinks one by one, although we’re heading towards summer it’s still cold outside…

1.Hot Chocolate 

Who doesn’t like rich hot chocolate? Steamed milk finely combined with wonderful mocha topped and frothy whipped cream on top that adds to an already moreish drink.

Hot chocolate is a classic, perfect any time for day and night and loved by almost everyone at any age.

2. White Hot Chocolate 

Some love White hot chocolate which is equally delicious as the classic version.

Steamed milk and white chocolate sauce are exquisitely blended to create a dreamy concoction. If you’re on Instagram, a stunning image of a steaming mug of this fabulous pick-you-up will create a serious buzz on Instagram.

3. Caramel Apple Spice 

This is a must-have drink, especially on cold days. Finely pressed apple juice mixed with aromatic cinnamon syrup, whipped cream on top with a sweet twist of caramel drizzle makes a drink to die for. (If you’re big on caramel you should try out one of the Starbucks drinks with salted caramel which are delicious too.

Its aroma alone will win you over.

4. Steamed Apple Juice 

If you’re into health buff this is going to be your favourite Starbucks hot drink. It’s low calorie (220kl) made of freshly steamed 100% apple juice rich in Vitamin C. It’s a great alternative to squeezed chilled apple juice.

5. Pistachio Crème

If you have a soft spot for pistachio this is a drink for you and if not, this one will convert you. Steamed milk blended with cosy pistachio with a fine foam on top.

It goes well with a slice of Carrot cake.

6. Cinnamon Dolce Crème Steamed Milk

This a proper treat with steamed milk delicately combined with delicious cinnamon dolce syrup and whipped cream makes it highly addictive.

7. Steamed Milk 

Can a low calorie drink (200kl) be packed with flavour? Yes it can and it’s called Steamed Milk! Milk to your liking (soya, almond, or coconut oil) is steamed and served in a tall glass, a simple yet delectable, perfect for  vegetarians.

8. Vanilla Crème

Who can say no to a Vanilla Crème?

A frothy vanilla-flavoured syrup excellently blended with steamed milk and whipped on the top that gives a slightly sweeter spin to create a guilty treat.

9. Chai Tea Latte

A real infusion of flavours with black tea blended with cinnamon, clove and other warming ingredients and steamed milk gives this beverage a distinct colour that perfectly balances sweet and spicy.

Pair it with Starbucks gingerbread cookies and you’re on to a winner.

10. Chai Tea

Black tea is combined with clove,  cinnamon, cardamon, and ginger notes that give an extra kick and distinct flavour. Enjoy this zero-calorie drink packed with nutrients black tea and all the spices contain.

11. Earl Grey Tea 

Earl grey tea infused with bergamot, (a citrus fruit with an exquisite flavour and aroma) with hints of lemon and lavender creates a drink ideal for kickstarting your day.

12. London Fog Tea Latte 

London Fog Tea Latte is a contemporary version of Earl Grey Tea. 

Black tea is nicely combined with bergamot and subtle lavender notes, vanilla syrup and frothy foam on top, creating a piquant blend.

You won’t find many drinks that are as low in calories and taste as great as ‘London Fog’. If you’re into latte, you should try the hazelnut latte at Starbucks.

13. Royal English Breakfast Tea

Royal English Breakfast Tea can’t be left off this list. Black tea made from the finest leaves, zero calorie is a perfect wake-you-up, inspiring enough to seize the day. 

14. Emperor’s Clouds & Mist 

Sweet, hot green tea with a unique colour, Emperor’s Clouds & Mistis great for a change and ideal alternative to Black Tea.

Perfect for anyone on a diet, having zero calories, plus, you’ll get all the health benefits of green tea (improves brain function and lowers the risk of heart disease amongst others).

15. Matcha Tea Latte (one of the best hot starbucks drinks 

Subtly blended Matcha tea mixed with steamed milk and silky foam on top creates a drink infused with distinct flavours. If you’re into green tea but have never tried Matcha, this antioxidant packed refresher could fast become your Starbucks favourite.

16. Honey Citrus Mint Tea

One of the most popular amongst Starbucks fans (find amercano Starbucks drinks), a unique blend of flavoursome teas, Jade Citrus Mint Tea, Peach Tranquillity Tea, a lemon drizzle and honey notes work together to create a soothing tipple.

17. Royal English Breakfast Tea Latte

A quirky reinvention of the classic Royal English Breakfast Tea blended with Black Tea from India and Sri Lanka combined with liquid cane sugar (for a sweet kick), steamed milk and fine velvety foam.

A great rise-and-shiner or after-dinner cuppa.

18. Jade Citrus Mint Brewed Tea 

A steaming tea with a subtle mix of  green tea, lemongrass, lemon verbena and spearmint notes blended together to create a devilishly decadent bracer. 

Wrapping up

If you’re craving a hot drink, you’ll be spoilt for choice at Starbucks. Whether you go for a classic Royal English Breakfast Tea or a modern London Fog Tea Latte there’s an ocean of flavours adventures out there. But if you fancy a cold drink for a bit of change you can go for one of the Starbucks smoothies that taste delicious or even their oat milk drink list.