The Absolute Best Drinks For Summer At Dunkin' Ranked

Summer is just around the corner, and you know what that means: It's time to start switching up our coffee orders. Although some of us are iced coffee drinkers all year round, others prefer to do things the more traditional way. In the coldest months of the year, we're only sipping on our favorite hot beverages to warm us up. But by the time the sun comes out and the weather gets warmer, we're ready to trade our steaming hot lattes for something slightly more weather appropriate.

Luckily, if you get your drinks at Dunkin', you have plenty of options at your disposal when it comes to summertime drinks. From the most basic Dunkin' iced coffees and teas to some creative and unexpected choices, you won't be lacking for drool-worthy drinks. The only problem is that not every iced or frozen option on the menu is particularly good. Although some of them are fantastic, others fall flat.

You don't want to leave only to find that you've ordered the wrong drink and be forced to sip on it all day when you really wish you had something else. Therefore, we've done some very scientific research to taste-test a variety of summer Dunkin' drinks to help you decide what to order the next time you're there. It was hard work, but you can thank us later.

Another Refresher we just can't get behind is the Strawberry Dragonfruit Coconut Refresher. This one gets higher marks than the Mango Pineapple mostly because of its appearance. The light purple due is undeniably pretty, so if you're just looking for a summer Dunkin' drink that's Instagrammable, then it might be for you. On the other hand, if you're trying to order a drink that actually tastes good, we probably wouldn't recommend this summertime sipper.

The flavor is not good. It almost tasted like scented Chapstick and seems to have a powdery quality to it — probably not what you're looking for when you want something refreshing. In fact, if you've ever had Sweet Tarts, you may notice the same tinge of flavor to this drink. That tartness is definitely there, but it's almost entirely overpowered by the sugar. We really wanted to like this one because of the lovely color and the addition of coconut milk, but it just didn't do anything for us. We probably won't be ordering this again anytime soon.

When you're craving a frozen Dunkin' drink, there's a good chance that a Coolatta will catch your eye. After all, it just sounds refreshing, and the available flavors are appealing. We opted for the Blue Raspberry Coolatta, and although it's not something we would order often, we get the appeal of it. Basically, it tastes like every blue slushie you've gotten at a fair or festival. It exudes a feeling of summertime, so you can't help but smile when you take a sip.

Just how many sips you'll be able to take before getting tired of the flavor is another thing. As you'd probably expect, this Coolatta is very, very sweet. You're essentially signing up for a dessert, not a drink, when you make this your Dunkin' order. The flavor is also artificial, so while it might taste refreshing at first, it gets old after a while. We think this would be a fantastic drink for a kid, but once you reach a certain age and your tastes change, we doubt you're going to want to order this before work or after your lunch break. We would probably pass on ordering this again, even if we love the electric blue color.

The frozen coffee from Dunkin' was probably the drink we were most excited to try. We love the espresso Frappuccino from Starbucks and thought that this drink would be relatively similar. And while the texture isn't too far from its Starbucks cousin, we wouldn't say the flavor profile is all that similar. Although you can get sweetener added to the Starbucks version, the Dunkin' frozen coffee came kind of sweet even though we had ordered it plain. That sweetness wasn't unwelcome, but it was unexpected. Luckily, the additional bit of sugar wasn't overwhelming — but we probably would have liked it more without.

Was this the best frozen coffee drink I've ever had? No. But it's definitely not a bad one either. And there's something about a frozen coffee that's just so welcoming on a hot day. If we were at a Dunkin' when it's 90 degrees outside, there's a good chance that this is exactly what we're going to order. Just a warning: It melts very quickly, so don't wait too long before you start drinking. If you do, you're pretty much just getting a plain coffee.

Matcha has gotten plenty of press in the last few years, and it's no wonder why. Though coffee can sometimes cause jitters or digestive upset, most people don't have the same reaction from matcha. The drink contains caffeine, but it tends to have a much less drastic effect than your average cup of joe. That's why we were so excited to see the frozen matcha latte on the menu at Dunkin'. A matcha is good enough, but when you freeze it? That really takes things to the next level. Although this drink didn't break the top three, we have to admit that it's really, really good — especially if you're looking for something that will give you plenty of energy.

The flavor of this drink is quite strong — there's no mistaking that this is a matcha drink from the very first sip. And while it is a latte, the dairy doesn't feel overwhelming. It's flavorful but not heavy. Our only real complaint about this drink is that it melts so fast. Once you take a sip, you'll probably like it so much that you'll finish it within a matter of minutes anyway.

You don't always need something out of the ordinary to fix your caffeine craving. Although you can get a ton of unique drinks from Dunkin' that you won't find anywhere else, sometimes, we just want something simple. That's where the iced tea comes into play. This easy, breezy drink is definitely going to be one of our go-to beverages for the summer. It's lighter on caffeine than a regular coffee, but don't let that deter you — they brew their tea very strong at Dunkin'. You're still going to get the burst of energy for a midday pick-me-up.

The flavor is great too. The black tea is uncomplicated and unfussy, but you can really pick up on the earthiness of the tea quite well. We love that you can order a large drink without feeling like you're overdoing it or drinking too much sugar. When making iced tea for yourself at home just feels like a chore, the iced tea at Dunkin' will get the job done and leave you ready to tackle your day ... without the jitters.

Last but not least, we have the iced macchiato from Dunkin'. If you are looking for the perfect cold drink to enjoy during the summer months, you may have just found it. They use plenty of milk for this drink, but don't assume that the dairy overshadows the coffee. The coffee they use for their macchiatos is incredibly strong, so once they mix it with a serving of milk, you're going to get the perfect mix for energy. The end result is quite creamy. You can also adjust this drink by deciding which kind of milk you opt for — we chose whole milk.

This isn't an over-the-top, ground-breaking drink, but that's just how we like it. It's delicious, dependable, and will give you just enough energy to get you through your day. It's the kind of thing we would drink when we wanted to power through the rest of the work day. If you're at Dunkin' during the summer, and you just can't figure out what to order, we couldn't suggest the iced macchiato enough.