The Dutch Bros Annihilator is a chocolate-and-macadamia-nut mocha — possibly the most-ordered Dutch Bros drink across the West Coast. A perennial favorite on the classics menu, the Annihilator fuses chocolate sauce with macadamia nut syrup and espresso for an iconic toasted-nut flavor. Here is the complete 2026 guide — ingredients, sizes, prices, calories, customization tips, and how to order it like a regular.

What Is the Dutch Bros Annihilator?

The Annihilator is one of Dutch Bros’ top three most-ordered drinks. It is a mocha base with chocolate sauce, macadamia nut syrup, espresso, milk, and a whipped cream topping. Available hot, iced, or freeze.

Ingredients in a Annihilator

  • Dutch Bros espresso
  • Chocolate sauce
  • Macadamia nut syrup
  • Steamed milk (hot) or ice + milk (iced)
  • Whipped cream

Annihilator Sizes & Prices (2026)

SizeOuncesPrice
Small16 oz$4.75
Medium24 oz$5.50
Large32 oz$6.25

Annihilator Calories & Nutrition

SizeCaloriesSugarCaffeine
Small330 cal38g90 mg
Medium470 cal55g135 mg
Large590 cal68g180 mg

Want a lighter version? Try a sugar-free order — see our healthiest Dutch Bros drinks guide.

How to Order a Annihilator

  1. Ask for an “Annihilator”
  2. Specify hot, iced, or freeze
  3. Choose size
  4. Optional: swap milks (oat/almond/breve)
  5. Optional: add another flavor shot (caramel = “Twix”)

Best Customizations for the Annihilator

  • Add caramel → unofficial Twix drink
  • Annihilator Breve: creamier mouthfeel
  • Sugar-free Annihilator: sugar-free chocolate + macadamia
  • Oat Milk Annihilator: dairy-free, nuttier finish
  • Add coconut → the “Almond Joy” remix

Who Will Love the Annihilator?

If you love nutty chocolate desserts (think Ferrero Rocher, Snickers, or Almond Joy candy bars), the Annihilator is your soulmate drink. The macadamia nut flavor is what makes Dutch Bros unique versus Starbucks or Dunkin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Annihilator on the regular menu?

Yes — Annihilator is a year-round permanent menu item.

Can I get the Annihilator sugar-free?

Yes — sub sugar-free chocolate + sugar-free macadamia. Calories drop by ~40%.

What’s the best size of Annihilator to order?

Small if you want a treat, medium if it is your morning drink, large if you are sharing it across the day.

Browse the full Dutch Bros menu or check out secret menu drinks for more ideas.


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