Iced americano vs other black coffees
| Item | Small | Medium | Large | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso shots over ice and cold water. | $3.19 | $3.49 | $3.79 | 5 |
| Iced Coffee Popular Double-brewed Original Blend over ice. The drink Dunkin is known for. | $2.79 | $3.49 | $3.79 | 10-190 |
| Cold Brew Popular Steeped 12 hours for a smooth, bold cup with more caffeine. | $3.19 | $3.69 | $4.09 | 5 |
| Espresso shots topped with hot water. | $2.79 | $3.19 | $3.59 | 5 |
| Espresso shaken with sweetener and a splash of milk over ice. | $3.99 | $4.49 | $4.99 | 130 |
What it is
Espresso shots pulled fresh, poured over ice, then topped with cold water. No milk, no sugar. The water dilutes the espresso to about the strength of strong drip coffee but keeps the espresso flavor. It is the drink to order if you find iced coffee too smooth or cold brew too pricey.
Shots by size
| Size | Ounces | Double shots | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 16 oz | 1 | about 118 mg |
| Medium | 24 oz | 2 | about 237 mg |
| Large | 32 oz | 3 | about 355 mg |
Shot counts vary by franchise. If a medium tastes weak, the store is probably using one shot. Ask for two.
How it compares
- Iced coffee ($2.79 small): brewed, smoother, more caffeine per ounce, 40 cents cheaper.
- Cold brew ($3.19 small): steeped, smoothest of the three, same price.
- Iced americano ($3.19 small): espresso, boldest flavor, cheapest espresso drink cold.
Add-ons
Every add-on is optional, and the drink is designed to be black. If you want something in it:
- A splash of cream, free, adds about 50 calories
- A flavor shot, free, adds almost nothing
- Sweet cold foam, about $0.70, turns it into a lighter version of a foam latte for less money than a latte
Ordering tip
Ask for “light water.” The default pour fills the cup, which at large is a lot of water for three shots. Light water gives you a stronger drink in the same cup for the same price.
Frequently asked questions
How much is an iced americano at Dunkin?
A small iced americano is about $3.19, a medium $3.49 and a large $3.79. That is roughly 40 cents more than iced coffee and about the same as cold brew.
How much caffeine is in a Dunkin iced americano?
About 118 mg per double shot. A medium with two doubles has around 237 mg, a large with three has about 355 mg.
How many calories are in a Dunkin iced americano?
5 calories with nothing added. It has no milk or sugar unless you ask.
Iced americano vs iced coffee at Dunkin, which is better?
Iced coffee is smoother and cheaper. The americano tastes more like espresso, with a chocolatey, slightly bitter edge. For black coffee drinkers the americano is stronger tasting for the money.