No, Dutch Bros sparkling sodas are caffeine-free; only Rebel energy add-ins turn a soda into a caffeinated drink.
Kids Size
Medium Size
Large Size
Standard Dutch Soda
- Flavor + sparkling water
- Iced, any size
- No energy base
Caffeine-free
Italian Soda Style
- Add splash of cream
- Choose any syrup
- Ask for light syrup
Smooth & creamy
Rebel Remix
- Energy add-in on request
- Becomes a Rebel
- Caffeine varies by size
Now caffeinated
What “Sparkling Soda” Means At Dutch Bros
Dutch Bros Sparkling Soda—often called Dutch Soda—pairs carbonated water with flavored syrup over ice. You can order it in kids, small, medium, or large. Add cream for a retro Italian soda vibe or keep it bright and fruit-forward. There’s no coffee, tea, or energy concentrate in the standard recipe, which is why the drink stays stimulant-free by default.
Do Dutch Bros Sparkling Sodas Have Caffeine In Any Size?
The brand’s nutritional file shows the caffeine column at 0 milligrams for Sparkling Soda flavors across all sizes. That includes Electric Berry, Double Rainbro, Palm Beach, Peach, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Tropical, and the zero sugar strawberry option. If you’re avoiding stimulants, any of those flavor paths will work. You can also check the menu page for Electric Berry Sparkling Soda, which calls the drink caffeine-free right in the description.
Quick Comparison: Popular Sparkling Soda Flavors
Here’s a high-level map of common flavor routes and sizes. Calories and sugars change with syrup choice, but the caffeine line remains zero.
| Flavor Example | Sizes Offered | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Berry (Blue Raspberry & Lime) | Kids / Small / Medium / Large | 0 |
| Double Rainbro (Strawberry, Peach & Coconut) | Kids / Small / Medium / Large | 0 |
| Palm Beach (Peach & Pomegranate) | Kids / Small / Medium / Large | 0 |
| Peach | Kids / Small / Medium / Large | 0 |
| Passion Fruit | Kids / Small / Medium / Large | 0 |
| Strawberry | Kids / Small / Medium / Large | 0 |
| Tropical | Kids / Small / Medium / Large | 0 |
| Zero Sugar Strawberry | Kids / Small / Medium / Large | 0 |
If hydration is the main goal, remember that bubbly water counts toward fluids; our note on is sparkling water hydrating lays out how the bubbles fit into daily intake without bringing caffeine along for the ride.
Where The Caffeine Can Sneak In
Customization is the brand’s calling card, and that flexibility can change the caffeine story fast. These add-ins flip a soda from caffeine-free to caffeinated.
Add-Ins That Add Caffeine
- Blue Rebel Energy: Ask to “add Rebel” or to make it a Rebel, and you’re switching to the energy drink base. The nutrition file lists roughly 76–130 mg caffeine per drink depending on size and whether it’s iced or blended.
- Tea Mix-Ins: A splash of black or green tea adds a moderate amount. Entries for tea land around 30–100 mg depending on size and temperature.
- Espresso Shots: Less common in a soda, yet possible. Shots add a quick stimulant boost.
Want bubbles with no stimulant? Keep the order exactly in the Sparkling Soda lane and skip energy or tea. The brand even describes Electric Berry Sparkling Soda as caffeine-free, and the help center lists Sparkling Soda in the caffeine-free group. If you like to verify, the nutritional guide makes it easy to scan the caffeine column for any drink category.
How To Order A Caffeine-Free Dutch Soda
Tell the broista, “Sparkling Soda,” then pick your flavor. If you want that soda-shop texture, add cream. Chasing a lighter sip? Ask for light syrup or try the zero sugar strawberry flavor when it’s available. You’ll still get the fizz and fruit without pushing your stimulant total.
Menu Names That Can Confuse Newcomers
“Rebel” always means the energy drink line and comes with caffeine. “Sparkling Soda,” “Fizz,” and “Lemonade” are caffeine-free categories unless you add tea or Rebel by request. If the name sounds new, ask for the base before you finish the order so you stay on track.
Nutrition Snapshot For Sparkling Soda
The soda base is carbonated water and flavor. That’s why the label shows zero fat and zero protein across sizes. Calories and sugars come from syrup volume, and the caffeine line stays at 0 mg. The table below uses one house favorite to show how the zero holds across the cup sizes.
| Electric Berry Soda | Size | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|
| Kids | 10 oz | 0 |
| Small | 16 oz | 0 |
| Medium | 24 oz | 0 |
| Large | 32 oz | 0 |
Rebel Vs. Soda Vs. Lemonade
Choosing between fizzy categories? This quick view helps. Soda and Lemonade bring bubbles or citrus without stimulants. Rebel is the energy path with a wide range by size.
| Drink Type | Base | Typical Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|
| Sparkling Soda | Carbonated water + flavor | 0 |
| Lemonade | Still water + flavor + lemon | 0 |
| Blue Rebel | Energy drink concentrate | ~76–130 by size |
Flavor Ideas If You’re Skipping Stimulants
Want bold without buzz? Try Peach with a hint of pomegranate, Strawberry with a squeeze of lime, or Tropical with coconut and a touch of passion fruit. Electric Berry is a bright pick when you’re craving blue raspberry and lime. If sweetness runs high for your taste, ask for light syrup, extra ice, or a splash of soda water to stretch the flavor without changing the caffeine story.
How The Brand Confirms “Zero Caffeine”
The nutrition file for each menu category lists a caffeine line in milligrams. Sparkling Soda entries show zeros across sizes. Rebel entries post double- and triple-digit numbers, and tea lands in the middle. That split makes it easy to check your drink before you drive off, and it matches how the company describes Sparkling Soda on its menu pages.
Ordering Scripts You Can Borrow
Keep It Soda, No Stimulant
“Large Electric Berry Sparkling Soda, light syrup, and please no energy add-ins.”
Soda Shop Style
“Medium Strawberry Sparkling Soda with cream and light ice.”
Fruit-Forward And Tart
“Small Passion Fruit Sparkling Soda with extra lime and no cream.”
When A Caffeine-Free Drink Makes Sense
Plenty of people keep caffeine lower for sleep, pregnancy, sensitivity, or training timing. Sparkling Soda gives you a full-flavor option that stays at 0 mg. If you’re managing late-day intake, this is an easy swap that still feels fun at the window. The help center even groups Sparkling Soda under caffeine-free picks, right alongside smoothies, hot cocoa, lemonade, and decaf options.
Bottom Line For Dutch Bros Soda And Caffeine
Sparkling Soda is built to be caffeine-free. The only time that changes is when energy or tea gets mixed in. Keep it in the soda lane and you’ll get fizz, fruit, and 0 mg caffeine every time. Want a deeper peek at daily stimulant patterns across drinks? Take a spin through our note on caffeine in common beverages.