This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.
Starbucks’ latest iced drinks might taste amazing, but at $5–$7 a cup they sure aren’t budget‑friendly. Skip the sticker shock and make the hype at home instead!
I’ve rounded up seven of 2025’s trendiest iced coffees and drinks you can shake together for just less than one dollar each (yep, I broke down the cost for you).
| Drink | Starbucks Grande Price* | DIY Cost | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cookies & Cream Frappuccino | $7.35 | 90¢ | $6.45 |
| Iced Coffee (classic brewing) | $2.65 | 35¢ | $2.30 |
| Passion Tea Lemonade | $3.45 | 45¢ | $3.00 |
| Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino | $7.35 | 95¢ | $6.40 |
| Cotton Candy Frappuccino | $4.75 | 75¢ | $4.00 |
| Caramel Frappuccino | $7.02 | 85¢ | $6.17 |
| Pink Drink | $6.48 | 68¢ | $5.80 |
| Paradise Drink | $5.45 | 78¢ | $4.67 |
* National average Grande price (16 oz) at corporate‑owned U.S. cafés, July 2025.
As you can see, there is huge savings by making your favorite Starbucks drinks at home.
1. Starbucks Cookies and Cream Frappuccino
2. Iced Coffee
3. Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade
4. Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino Recipe
5. Cotton Candy Frappuccino
6. Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino Recipe
7. Starbucks Pink Drink Recipe
8. Starbucks Paradise Drink Recipe
If you love Starbucks, check out all our easy Copycat Starbucks recipes.
Got questions? Check Here!
No! Swap in ¼ cup very strong stovetop coffee or instant espresso powder dissolved in 2 oz hot water.
Use a mason jar—shake cream & flavorings hard for 30 seconds, or blend with an immersion blender.
Absolutely. Replace syrups with sugar‑free versions or monk‑fruit sweetener to taste.
With a few pantry staples and 5 minutes of prep, you’re saving $2–$6 per cup—and that adds up fast if you sip these favorites weekly. Enjoy the extra cash (and zero drive‑thru wait)!
