Starbucks Secret Menu: 10 Custom Drinks You Can Actually Order

You’re standing in line at Starbucks, mentally running through the usual suspects—latte, cappuccino, maybe an iced americano—when the person ahead blurts out something bizarre like ‘Triple C’s.’ Did they walk into the wrong shop? Or is there a whole other menu you’ve never heard of?

Yes, there is—a well-known, unofficial ‘secret menu’ with over 200 custom drinks. Most aren’t secret at all, just uncommon. All it takes is knowing the right name or ingredients to ask your barista for.

What Is Starbucks’ Secret Menu?

Starbucks doesn’t officially publish a secret menu—but customers have created one over the years by combining existing drinks, syrups, and shots into new recipes. These drinks have nicknames like ‘Triple C’s,’ ‘Green Eye,’ or ‘London Fog,’ and many baristas will make them if you know what’s in them.

The secret isn’t really secrecy—it’s specificity. Know the ingredients or the base drink, and you can order almost anything. Many of these drinks started in the U.S., but they work anywhere Starbucks follows the same recipe base.

10 Real Secret Menu Starbucks Drinks You Can Order

1. Biscotti Frappuccino

Want crunch in your blended drink? Ask for a Biscotti Frappuccino by requesting your regular Frappuccino with a hard biscotti blended into it. It’s not on the menu—but many stores will do it if you ask nicely and have the biscotti ready or request it added.

2. Captain Crunch Frappuccino

This sweet treat is actually a Strawberry and Crème Frappuccino with hazelnut syrup added. That’s it. No actual cereal—but the flavor hits nostalgic breakfast notes thanks to the nutty syrup.

3. Triple C’s

Not for the faint of heart. This drink starts with a Cinnamon Dolce Latte (cinnamon, steamed milk, espresso), then adds chocolate syrup and caramel syrup on top. It’s extremely sweet and layered with bold flavors. Expect sugar overload—but fans love it.

4. Green Eye

This is extreme coffee. A Red Eye is a drip coffee with one shot of espresso, a Black Eye has two. A Green Eye (also called Blue Eye or Triple Death) takes it further with three extra shots in your drip coffee. If you need to ask for it by name, just say “three extra shots in drip coffee” if the nickname draws blanks.

5. London Fog

This isn’t on the official menu either, but it’s simple: ask for an Earl Grey tea with vanilla syrup and caramel drizzle. Remove the tea bag before drinking, stir well, and enjoy a creamy, spiced tea drink that tastes like a cozy afternoon.

6. Dirty Chai

A Chai Latte is black tea, milk, spices, and sweetener. Add one shot of espresso, and it becomes a Dirty Chai. Add two shots? That’s a Double Dirty. It’s spicy, milky, and caffeinated—an acquired but popular mix.

7. Zebra Mocha / Penguin Mocha

This drink is half mocha, half white mocha—resulting in a black-and-white, swirled ‘zebra’ look. Also called Penguin Mocha, Black Tux, or Marble Mocha. It’s visually striking and balances bitter and sweet in one cup.

8. Marble Mocha Macchiato

This layered drink starts with a white chocolate mocha (no milk foam), then gets one or two shots of espresso poured over the top, finished with chocolate syrup drizzle. It’s rich, bold, and built upside-down compared to most drinks.

9. Widow Maker

An intense combo: 50% iced black coffee and 50% iced tea (usually black tea). It’s not for everyone, but those who try it often come back. Ask for equal parts of each over ice.

10. Snickers Frappuccino

This one’s a Java Chip Frappuccino with toffee nut syrup added, then topped with caramel drizzle. It aims to mimic the flavor of a Snickers candy bar. If you tell your barista “Snickers-style Frappuccino,” they may know exactly what you mean.

Other Notable Mentions (That May Be Trickier)

Some secret menu drinks require fresh fruit or customer-provided items—often not allowed in U.S. stores for food safety. Examples include Banana Cream Pie Frappuccino (vanilla bean Frappuccino + whole banana), or custom blends like Grasshopper Frappuccino (mocha Frappuccino + mint syrup + javachips). Always check first if your local store will accommodate these.

Why These Drinks Work

Most secret menu drinks are built from modifying existing ones: adding an extra shot, swapping syrups, blending in a biscotti, or layering syrups. Baristas are trained to execute these modifications even if the nickname is unfamiliar. The key is knowing what components to ask for.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Starbucks secret menu?

The Starbucks secret menu isn’t official, but it refers to custom drinks created by combining existing ingredients—like extra syrups, shots, or alternate bases. Over 200 such drinks exist, with names like Triple C’s or Green Eye.

Can I really order these secret menu drinks?

Yes, if you know the ingredients or how to describe them. Most baristas will make them if you specify the base drink plus extras, such as ‘three espresso shots in drip coffee’ or ‘strawberry Frappuccino with hazelnut syrup.’

How do I order a Triple C’s at Starbucks?

Ask for a Cinnamon Dolce Latte with an extra shot of chocolate syrup and caramel syrup. That’s a Triple C’s—a very sweet, cinnamon-heavy espresso drink with layered flavors.

What is a Green Eye drink?

A Green Eye is a drip coffee with three extra shots of espresso. Other names include Blue Eye or Triple Death. It’s not on the menu, but you can order it by asking for three additional espresso shots in your brewed coffee.

Do all Starbucks locations make secret menu drinks?

Most will try if you know the ingredients. But some drinks requiring fresh fruit or customer-provided items (like bananas or cookies) usually aren’t allowed due to health regulations. Always check first.

Why do people order from the secret menu?

It’s fun, customizable, and lets you try unique flavor combos not listed on the official menu. Plus, it can impress your friends—or just satisfy a very specific craving.

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