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Dutch Bros Golden Eagle Recipe (Vanilla Caramel Breve Copycat)

A rich and indulgent copycat recipe for the Dutch Bros Golden Eagle featuring vanilla and caramel flavors swirled into a creamy breve. This heavenly combination can be recreated at home in just 10 minutes with 7 simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 large (16 oz)
Calories: 425
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Coffee Base
  • 2 shots espresso or 4 oz strong brewed coffee
  • 1 cup half-and-half creates the breve part of the drink
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup Torani Vanilla Syrup recommended
  • 2 tablespoons caramel sauce plus extra for drizzle, use thicker sauce rather than thin syrup
  • 1 tablespoon white chocolate sauce optional
  • as needed ice cubes if making iced version
For Garnish
  • whipped cream optional
  • caramel drizzle optional
  • vanilla sugar sprinkles optional

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare Your Coffee
  1. Brew 2 shots of espresso or make 4 ounces of strong coffee using your preferred method. The stronger the coffee, the more authentic your Dutch Bros Golden Eagle recipe will taste. For the most authentic flavor, use a medium to dark roast coffee. If you don't have an espresso machine, try using a moka pot or AeroPress to create concentrated coffee.
Step 2: Warm and Froth Half-and-Half
  1. In a microwave-safe container, heat the half-and-half for about 45-60 seconds until warm but not boiling. Use a frother or whisk to create a light, foamy texture. This step is crucial for that signature Dutch Bros creaminess. The ideal temperature for the half-and-half is around 150°F. Too hot and it will scald, affecting the flavor of your golden eagle coffee drink.
Step 3: Combine Syrups
  1. In your serving glass or mug, add the vanilla syrup, caramel sauce, and white chocolate sauce (if using). Stir them together briefly to create your flavor base. Warm your caramel sauce slightly if it's too thick. This helps it blend more evenly with the other ingredients for a smoother vanilla caramel Dutch Bros experience.
Step 4: Add Coffee
  1. Pour the hot espresso or strong coffee directly over the syrups and stir well to dissolve the sauces completely. The heat from the coffee will melt everything together perfectly. Stir in a figure-eight motion to ensure all the sweet goodness at the bottom gets fully incorporated into your Dutch Bros copycat.
Step 5: Incorporate Half-and-Half
  1. Slowly pour the warmed and frothed half-and-half into your coffee mixture while continuing to stir gently. Leave a little room at the top if you plan to add whipped cream. For an iced version, let your coffee mixture cool for about 5 minutes before adding ice, or the ice will melt too quickly and dilute your drink.
Step 6: Add Ice (For Iced Version Only)
  1. If making an iced Golden Eagle, add ice cubes to fill the glass. The ice should be added after the coffee has slightly cooled to prevent immediate melting and watering down your drink. For an extra-cold iced drink, chill your glass in the freezer for about 10 minutes before making your golden eagle coffee drink.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
  1. Top your Dutch Bros Golden Eagle recipe with a generous swirl of whipped cream and an extra drizzle of caramel sauce. For the full experience, add a sprinkle of vanilla sugar if you have it. Use a straw for iced versions to experience all the layers of flavor, and a spoon to enjoy every last bit of the whipped cream and caramel on top.