Move Over, Caramel Frappuccino—These 8 Starbucks Drinks Are the Perfect Treat for Moms

Starbucks is not only the largest coffee chain in the U.S., with more than 15,000 locations, but it's also the most popular coffee chain for many Americans (including many moms). If you're a Starbucks fan, you most likely have your favorite beverage, one drink you can't help but order every time you visit. One of the best parts about the Starbucks menu is that they have something for everyone, both coffee drinkers and non-coffee drinkers, as well as dairy and non-dairy lovers.

Whether you prefer your coffee brewed, blended, iced, or hot, there's something on the menu for you. If you're more of a sweet beverage drinker, and especially love having caramel with your coffee, you'll probably enjoy the Caramel Frappuccino. While it may not be the healthiest drink out there, busy moms deserve a treat every once in a while.

However, other Starbucks drinks might be superior to the popular Caramel Frappuccino. If you’re looking for a way to treat yourself on your next Starbucks trip, try one of these other drinks.

This post was updated on May 15, 2025, to give more information specific to moms.

If you're looking for something different to order at Starbucks, the Caramel Macchiato is one of the best alternatives to the Caramel Frappuccino. It's still sweet but has more of a coffee flavor than the Frappuccino.

You probably love caramel if you're a fan of the Caramel Frappuccino. The Caramel Macchiato is another great drink for caramel lovers. This drink is the perfect pairing of espresso and caramel flavor. You can also order it hot or iced, which makes it perfect for any day, while you're on-the-go with the kids.

If you're looking for something with a different flavor, the Cinnamon Dolce Latte from Starbucks is a good choice. It's a sweet drink that includes the delicious cinnamon dolce syrup.

Cinnamon Dulce is sweet cinnamon, and true to its name, the Cinnamon Dulce Latte is pretty sweet. If you're a fan of cinnamon and don't mind some sweetness in your morning or afternoon brew, you'll love this latte hot or iced. This drink is also topped with Cinnamon Dolce sprinkles and whipped cream.

The Blonde Vanilla Latte has the flavor of Starbucks espresso without being too bitter. The Blonde espresso roast pairs perfectly with the vanilla syrup.

For first-time latte drinkers, the Starbucks Vanilla Latte is usually the go-to beverage. But the Blonde Vanilla Latte is even better than the original because the Blonde espresso has a much smoother flavor. This one is perfect for moms who want a pick-me-up that's not too strong.

Out of all the Starbucks Shaken Espresso drinks, the Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso is one of the best. The brown sugar syrup gives the espresso the right amount of sweetness.

The Starbucks Shaken Espresso drinks are great on a day when you need an extra boost of caffeine. Unlike many of the other drinks, the Shaken Espresso has three shots of espresso in the Grande instead of two. It's also not as sweet as other drinks because of the oat milk. After a long night with a baby or toddler, this drink is exactly what a tired mom needs.

If you still want a Frappuccino but prefer to mix it up, the Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino is a good alternative to the original Caramel Frappuccino from Starbucks. It's just as sweet but comes with a delicious topping.

The Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino feels like a fancier version of the Caramel Frappuccino. It has dark caramel syrup instead of the original caramel syrup. One of the best parts of this drink is the Caramel Crunch Topping that gets sprinkled on top. This drink feels like more of a dessert than a coffee, so you might save it for extra-special days.

The Java Chip Frappuccino is a great choice if you want something sweet that still tastes like coffee. This blended drink includes the Starbucks Frappuccino Chips and a mocha drizzle.

Even though the Caramel Frappuccino and the Java Chip Frappuccino have the same amount of coffee, the Java Chip has a bolder coffee flavor. If you want a frozen drink that still tastes like coffee, try the Java Chip Frappuccino.

While the regular Mocha Latte from Starbucks has a more bitter flavor from the chocolate, the White Chocolate Mocha is much sweeter.

There's no doubt you have a sweet tooth if the Caramel Frappuccino is your go-to order. The White Chocolate Mocha is one of the sweetest-tasting lattes. If you're looking for a drink that's not frozen but will still satisfy your sugar cravings, the White Chocolate Mocha may be for you.

Starbucks has many options for those who prefer tea to coffee. The Matcha Crème Frappuccino is a great choice if you love green tea but want something cold.

Even if you don't like the taste of coffee, there's something on the Starbucks menu for you. Many people order Frappuccinos because they don't like coffee on its own. An alternative to the Caramel Frappuccino is the Matcha Crème Frappuccino. Since it's sweetened, it's not as bitter as many other Matcha drinks. It's perfect for moms who don't want as much caffeine or who are looking for something different.