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Dutch Bros Annihilator Recipe

A creamy, indulgent chocolate macadamia nut copycat recipe that captures the essence of the beloved Dutch Bros signature drink. Enjoy this rich coffee beverage at home without the drive-thru line.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 shots espresso about 2 oz, or 4 oz strong brewed coffee if no espresso machine
  • 1 cup whole milk substitute with oat milk for dairy-free version
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate sauce Dutch Bros uses Torani, but any quality chocolate syrup works
  • 1 tablespoon macadamia nut syrup Torani or Monin brands work well
  • 1 tablespoon white chocolate sauce optional, for added creaminess
  • 1-2 tablespoons half and half for extra richness
  • as needed ice cubes if making iced version
For Garnish
  • as needed whipped cream
  • as needed chocolate drizzle
  • as needed crushed macadamia nuts optional

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Prepare Your Espresso
  1. Pull two shots of espresso using an espresso machine. If you don't have an espresso machine, brew 4 oz of extra-strong coffee using a moka pot or French press. The key is achieving that rich, concentrated coffee base that forms the backbone of an authentic dutch bros annihilator recipe. Let your espresso shots cool for 30 seconds before mixing with other ingredients to prevent the milk from scalding and the chocolate from separating.
Mix The Syrups
  1. In your serving cup, combine the chocolate sauce, macadamia nut syrup, and white chocolate sauce (if using). Stir thoroughly to create a uniform base. This pre-mixing ensures the flavors distribute evenly throughout the final drink. Warm your serving glass with hot water for 30 seconds, then empty it before adding syrups. This helps the syrups mix more smoothly and maintains the drink's temperature longer.
Add Espresso And Mix
  1. Pour your prepared espresso or strong coffee directly over the syrup mixture and stir immediately. The heat will help dissolve the syrups completely, creating that signature dutch bros annihilator recipe flavor base. Stir in a figure-eight pattern to incorporate everything without creating too much foam at this stage.
Add Milk And Half And Half
  1. Add the milk and half and half to your coffee-syrup mixture. For a hot Annihilator, steam your milk first (aim for 150-160°F). For an iced version, use cold milk and add ice after mixing everything together. For the most authentic Dutch Bros texture, steam your milk to include some microfoam, but not as much as you would for a cappuccino.
Top And Garnish
  1. Top your drink with whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate sauce, and a sprinkle of crushed macadamia nuts if desired. This final touch makes your homemade dutch bros annihilator recipe look and taste like the real thing. Chill your whipped cream canister before using for stiffer, longer-lasting whipped cream that won't immediately melt into your drink.