Seasoned Starbucks fans will know that if you ask, you can get more than just what’s on the standard menu.
The coffee chain’s elusive “secret menu” is a collection of unique, custom drinks that you can ask baristas to create for you.
From film-inspired masterpieces to drinks that taste like Britain’s favorite chocolate bars, there are plenty of creations for you to get your hands on.
However, it’s important to note that you can’t just go to a British Starbucks and order the secret menu drinks by name – you have to specify exactly how to make it, as baristas don’t know all the items people come up with.
Read on to discover the hottest ‘secret menu’ drinks for 2023 and exactly how to order them.
The coffee chain’s elusive ‘secret menu’ is a collection of unique drinks that you can ask baristas to create for you
Children’s Bueno Frappuccino
This chocolate concoction is perhaps one of the most famous secret menu drinks.
Fans claim it tastes exactly like a Kinder Bueno chocolate bar – here’s how to order it:
Ask for an Iced White Mocha with three pumps of hazelnut syrup and whipped cream.
If you are not a coffee fan and want it to taste extra sweet, you can ask them to hold the coffee shot.
This chocolate concoction is perhaps one of the most famous secret menu drinks
Butterbeer Frappuccino
Another fan favorite is a drink inspired by the Harry Potter franchise.
The drink aims to recreate the taste of the ‘Butterbeer’ from the wizarding world and is available as a Frappuccino or as a hot drink.
However, because it contains toffee and not syrup, which is a seasonal flavor, you won’t be able to get it until the Christmas drinks come out, which is usually in November.
To get your hands on it, simply order a Vanilla Cream Frappuccino with three pumps of toffee nut syrup and three pumps of caramel syrup.
Make sure you ask for plenty of whipped cream and caramel drizzle as well.
The drink is meant to mimic the taste of the Wizarding World’s ‘Butterbeer’ and you can get it as a Frappuccino or as a hot drink
Ferrero Rocher Frappuccino
Another specialty drink for those with a sweet tooth is what fans call the Ferrero Rocher Frappuccino.
It is inspired by the classic hazelnut and chocolate candy.
For this one you’ll want to order a Double Chocolatey Chip Frappuccino with three pumps of mocha syrup and two pumps of hazelnut syrup.
You can also ask for whipped cream and more hazelnut syrup.
For this one you’ll want to order a Double Chocolatey Chip Frappuccino with three pumps of mocha syrup and two pumps of hazelnut syrup
Pumpkin Cheesecake Frappuccino
This drink is the perfect seasonal pick-me-up, although the staff can only make it as long as pumpkin spice is available in the fall.
You should buy a cream-based Pumpkin Spiced Frappuccino with two pumps of cinnamon syrup and two pumps of white mocha syrup.
The sweet result probably tastes like a pumpkin-flavored dessert.
You can replace the Frappuccino with a Pumpkin Spiced Latte if you prefer a warm, cozy drink.
You should buy a cream-based Pumpkin Spiced Frappuccino with two pumps of cinnamon syrup and two pumps of white mocha syrup
The ‘medicine ball’
The Starbucks Secret Menu ‘Medicine Ball’ is a great cold and flu remedy so will be especially useful in the colder months.
Simply order a venti cup with one bag of Jade Citrus Mint tea and one bag of Peach Tranquility tea, half filled with hot water and half with steamed lemonade.
This is harder to come by because you have to ask the store to brew both teas together and they may say no.
Alternatively, you can buy two small drinks of either tea and combine them yourself.
The Starbucks Secret Menu drink ‘Medicine Ball’ is believed to be a great remedy for colds and flu, so will be especially useful in the colder months
Raspberry Mojito Lemonade / Mojito Refresher
If you’re looking for a more summery drink, a popular secret menu option is the Raspberry Mojito Lemonade.
Just ask for lemonade mixed with two pumps of cream base and then one pump of each peppermint syrup.
However, some fans have highlighted on social media that the raspberry syrup may be slowly being marked down, so it may not be available in your store.
Instead, you can order the Cool Lime Refresher with lemonade, peppermint syrup and crushed ice for a drink that tastes like a non-alcoholic classic Mojito.
You can order the Cool Lime Refresher with lemonade, peppermint syrup and crushed ice for a drink that tastes like a non-alcoholic classic Mojito
Biscoff Frappuccino
If you want a drink that tastes like Lotus Biscoff cookies, you might want to try this secret menu item.
It’s another sweet fan favorite that has gained popularity this year.
You have to ask for a Chai Frappuccino with white mocha, caramel syrup and caramel drizzle.
This is the perfect fall drink for those with a sweet tooth. If you want a hot version, just order a hot Chai latte with the added syrups and drizzle.
If you want a drink that tastes like Lotus Biscoff cookies, you might want to try this secret menu item
Mint Aero Frappuccino or hot chocolate
For a Christmas drink with a twist, add peppermint syrup to hot chocolate or a chocolate Frappuccino to create a drink that supposedly tastes like Mint Aero.
If you want something different, you can opt for a white hot chocolate with the peppermint syrup.
It’s worth noting that this syrup flavor is only available during Christmas drinks, so make the most of it while you can.
For a Christmas drink with a twist, add peppermint syrup to hot chocolate or a chocolate Frappuccino to create a drink that supposedly tastes like Mint Aero
Twix Frappuccino
Another chocolate bar-inspired drink that follows the recent trend is the Twix Frappuccino.
To order the secret menu drink, you must ask for a Chocolate Cream Frappuccino with two pumps of caramel syrup and hazelnut syrup.
Make sure you also ask for whipped cream and mocha and caramel drizzle.
You can even ask for chocolate chips if your local Starbucks has them.
To order the secret menu drink, you must ask for a Chocolate Cream Frappuccino with two pumps of caramel syrup and hazelnut syrup
This list highlights just a few of the many Starbucks UK secret menu drinks that fans and baristas have concocted over the years.
There are many more to choose from and more are guaranteed to come out.
It comes after a Starbucks customer revealed her hack to get customized drinks for almost half the price.
Sophia Celentano, 21, from South Carolina, shared her “best coffee ordering hack” this month on TikTok, where she is known as @sophiaelentano48 and has over 39,000 followers.
Other users have also jumped on the new trend with the help of the coffee chain’s app.