Since Starbucks added oat milk to its menu in 2021, it’s been a hit with vegans, the lactose-intolerant, and people looking for more exciting flavors from the world’s biggest coffee chain.
Of all the oat milk drinks that graced Starbucks’ menu in 2025, which ones are the best?
Quick Answer: What are the best oat milk drinks at Starbucks?
As of 2025, the best Starbucks oat milk drinks include iced hazelnut oatmilk shaken espresso, brown sugar oatmilk cortado, and honey & hazelnut oat latte.
In this article, I’ll go into more detail about the oat milk drinks you should try from Starbucks.
If applicable, I’ll also touch on tips to add more character to these drinks — or, at least, make them more suitable for your palate.
The best Starbucks oat milk drinks for 2025
Below, I’ll cover some of the best oat milk drinks you can order from your local Starbucks.
I’ve compiled a list of 20 options you can try, so you can find a new favorite by scrolling through it. Let’s get into it!
1. Iced hazelnut oatmilk shaken espresso
This vibrant and creamy drink is crafted for those who love a balance of boldness and sweetness.
Starbucks’ rich blonde espresso shots are combined with hazelnut syrup, adding a nutty, slightly toasted flavor.
The mixture is then shaken with oat milk and ice, a technique that creates a velvety texture and cool frothiness:
Perfect for mornings or afternoon pick-me-up, this drink pairs well with light pastries or as a standalone indulgence.
2. Brown sugar oatmilk cortado
Sophistication meets simplicity in this indulgent beverage.
A cortado is traditionally a smaller coffee drink with a perfect ratio of espresso to milk.
Here, Starbucks elevates it with its robust ristretto, silky oat milk, and a hint of brown sugar syrup and cinnamon for a subtle, caramel-like sweetness.
Served in a smaller portion, it’s designed for coffee purists who appreciate a smooth and rich experience.
3. Gingerbread oatmilk chai (+ iced version)
This warm and comforting beverage evokes the nostalgic flavors of the holiday season.
Starbucks chai tea concentrate—a fragrant blend of black tea infused with cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves—is mixed with gingerbread syrup for a cozy and sweet spice profile.
Steamed oat milk adds creaminess, complementing the spiced warmth.
Perfect for curling up by the fire or strolling through festive winter markets, this drink is a seasonal must-have.
This drink also comes in a seasonal iced version if you want a chilled twist!
4. Honey oatmilk latte
You can’t go wrong with Starbucks’ honey oatmilk latte if you love honey.
The earthy taste of honey combined with the creamy flavor of oat milk and espresso makes this a nice, sweet, salty cup of coffee.
The honey oatmilk latte is topped with toasted honey, giving it a unique touch. This, combined with the cinnamon oats, enriches the nutty flavor of the beverage.
This doesn’t have as much fructose compared to other drinks with artificial sweeteners.
On the other hand, the honey oatmilk latte clocks in at 270 calories, which might put off the more health-conscious Starbucks patrons.
Update: The honey oatmilk latte is off the menu for now. You can still order an oat milk latte and add a honey packet to achieve a similar taste.
5. Oat milk chai tea latte
The oat milk chai tea latte is the sweeter version of your regular chai tea latte. The creamy oat milk combined with the chai tea spice gives this drink a vibrant taste.
Expect hints of cloves, ginger, black pepper, cardamom, rose petals, and cinnamon — all of which will keep you warm during the cold seasons:
Whether you prefer your chai tea sweeter or you just like tea in general, you may enjoy this oat milk Starbucks drink.
If you want a more caffeinated version, ask the barista to add a shot or two of espresso for a quick pick-me-up.
6. Honey & hazelnut oat latte
If you like honey, hazelnut, oat milk, or the Starbucks blonde espresso (or all of the above), you’ll probably enjoy a sip of the honey & hazelnut oat latte.
It comes with just the right amount of sweetness, creaminess, and nutty flavor.
It’s topped with a light layer of foam and roasted hazelnuts, which adds an extra velvety texture to the whole thing.
7. Oatmilk cocoa macchiato
The oatmilk cocoa macchiato is a more adventurous take on the typical chocolate and coffee mix.
This drink combines the creaminess of oat milk, the bitterness of cocoa, and the sweetness of vanilla syrup for a rich taste in every sip.
Despite this strong combination of flavors, they surprisingly don’t overpower each other.
It’s neither bitter nor sweet, although the espresso gets buried a bit. You can always add another shot if you want to make the caffeine stronger.
8. Iced flat white with oat milk
If you’ve tried the regular iced flat white at least once, you probably know how bitter the drink is due to its high concentration of ristretto.
Luckily, you can make your flat white a little sweeter with the iced flat white with oat milk.
The creaminess of the oat milk balances out the ristretto’s distinct taste, making it more enjoyable for customers who aren’t big fans of bitter drinks.
9. Iced blonde white mocha with oat milk
The iced blonde white mocha with oat milk is another one you should try if you like creamy drinks with just the right level of sweetness and bitterness.
The less intense taste of the blonde espresso mixes perfectly with the oat milk, vanilla, and white chocolate without making it overwhelmingly sweet.
If you’re feeling adventurous, ask the barista to add hazelnut, caramel syrup, or both. Just be aware that these extra toppings may give you more of a sugary high than you’d like.
10. Strawberry and vanilla oat latte
The strawberry and vanilla oat latte is a coffee and dessert in one drink. It’s made of real strawberry purée, vanilla flavoring, blonde espresso, and a creamy oat latte.
The drink is topped with light foam and strawberry toppings, making it perfect for coffee lovers with sweet teeth.
If that’s not enough to convince you to try the strawberry and vanilla oat latte, you should definitely see how it looks. It’s one of the most festive drinks of 2025.
11. Caramel oat milk Frappuccino
The caramel oat milk Frappuccino is for you if you want a classic drink to go with your oat milk.
It’s basically a twist on your regular caramel Frappuccino laced with whipped cream and caramel sauce.
The only difference between this and the normal Frappuccino is it’s dairy-free due to the creamy oat milk.
You may also like how the oat milk brings out the sweet taste of the caramel.
12. Dark cocoa & orange oat latte
You may think cocoa and orange are an odd combination, but this drink’s combination of blonde espresso and oat milk perfectly balances out the cocoa’s bitter taste and the orange’s citrusy touch.
It’s also mixed with almonds and cinnamon to make the drink crunchier.
Because of the ingredients in the dark cocoa & orange oat latte, the drink is packed with calcium, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B12.
13. London fog tea latte with oat milk
Are you missing Starbucks’ Earl Grey tea?
If so, add the London fog tea latte with oat milk to your must-try list!
This oat milk drink is perfect if you’re looking for a hot tea to accompany you on cold afternoons.
The drink consists of a blend of Italian bergamot, vanilla syrup, oat milk, Ceylon tea, and organic sugar topped with evaporated milk foam.
You’ll also find a subtle taste of lavender, which gives this beverage a different twist.
14. Iced toasted vanilla oatmilk shaken espresso
One of the latest and most popular oat milk drinks is the iced toasted vanilla oat milk shaken espresso.
This drink is a blonde espresso mixed with caramel and vanilla syrup, hand-shaken for just the right sweetness.
Some people have complained about the alcohol-like aftertaste from the toasted vanilla, though. If that sounds off-putting, you may want to avoid this one.
Update: This drink has been discontinued. You can still order it by customizing it with regular vanilla syrup. The toasted vanilla syrup is no longer available.
15. Iced brown sugar oatmilk shaken espresso
Another trendy oat milk drink from Starbucks is the iced brown sugar oat milk shaken espresso. The only difference is that this has spicy cinnamon and brown sugar.
Because the drink uses brown sugar instead of toasted vanilla, you can expect this to be a tad sweeter.
This also makes a great pick-me-up if you want to get the full effects of caffeine minus the bitter taste.
If you feel like staying home, you can check out this homemade recipe instead:
16. Toffee nut latte (oat milk)
If you’re in for a nutty treat, you’ll never go wrong with the toffee nut latte, which has an oat milk twist.
This simple drink consists of toffee nut syrup, espresso, and oat milk. You can expect this one to be a refreshingly sweet and crunchy drink.
If you want more flavor in your cup, consider adding pistachio and vanilla syrup to make the drink sweeter.
17. Pistachio latte with oat milk
The pistachio latte with oat milk is a nice drink to try in the winter. Just like the last one on the list, this drink isn’t too complicated.
It has pistachio, espresso, and oat milk, and if you have a sweet tooth, ask the barista to add half a pump of brown sugar.
18. Espresso Frappuccino with oat milk and brown sugar
The espresso Frappuccino with oat milk and brown sugar combines the goodness of coffee and Frappuccino in one cup.
The bitterness of the espresso is toned down by the sweetness of whipped cream, oat milk, and brown sugar, resulting in a tasty pick-me-up.
This is a classic drink and a must-try for coffee aficionados who like their coffee on the stronger side, as it’s packed with caffeine.
19. Iced oat latte
For those who want to keep it safe and simple, the iced oat latte is the way to go. This is your regular espresso and oat milk mixture that gives you the caffeine you’re craving for.
Spice it up by asking your barista to add vanilla syrup and turn it into an iced vanilla oat milk latte.
Either way, this works best if you don’t want anything too sweet and just need something good to start your day with.
Check out this article if you want a quick iced oat milk latte recipe.
Let’s end this list with a bang. If you’re feeling adventurous, go ahead and order yourself a mocha cookie crumble Frappuccino with oat milk.
It’s a delicious coffee concoction all in one cup. This one has bits of chocolate cookie crumble, oat milk, and whipped cream topped with mocha sauce.
The drink offers a taste of chocolate and caffeine heaven in every sip, so don’t miss out on this if you’re a fan of both.
Alternatively, you can make one at home by following this 5-minute recipe.
More great Starbucks drinks
Ready to learn more about what kind of drinks Starbucks has?
Great!
Below, you will find all the lists I’ve created so far:
- Best Starbucks Caramel Drinks
- Best Starbucks Cold Brew Drinks
- Best Starbucks Decaf Drinks
- Best Starbucks Drinks for Kids
- Best Starbucks Espresso Drinks
- Best Starbucks Frappuccino Drinks
- Best Starbucks Holiday Drinks
- Best Starbucks Hot Drinks
- Best Starbucks Iced Coffee Drinks
- Best Starbucks Latte Flavors
- Best Starbucks Protein Drinks
- Best Starbucks Secret Menu Drinks
- Best Starbucks Vanilla Drinks
And for even more information about Starbucks, check out the Starbucks hub here!
Conclusion
I’ve talked about some of the best oat milk drinks you can get at your local Starbucks.
With so many delicious options to choose from, you’ll most likely find a new favorite soon.
If you want to learn how to place the perfect order at Starbucks, you can read this article on how to order like a pro or have a look below to learn more about Starbucks!
