Dutch Bros vs Tim Hortons Prices 2027: Menu Comparison

Key takeaways

Tim Hortons is generally cheaper for basic coffee and food; Dutch Bros is pricier but larger on iced drinks.
Tim Hortons is strongest in Canada and the U.S. Northeast and Midwest, where Dutch Bros has few or no shops.
Dutch Bros offers far more drink customization, plus Rebel energy drinks.

Dutch Bros and Tim Hortons rarely compete head to head, because they are strong in different parts of North America. Dutch Bros dominates the West and South of the U.S., while Tim Hortons is a giant in Canada with a foothold in the U.S. Northeast and Midwest. If you have tried one and wonder how the other compares, this guide lines up prices, sizes and menus.

Dutch Bros prices are our typical U.S. figures. Tim Hortons prices come from a published price list and may reflect a different market or year; treat them as a rough guide.

Dutch Bros vs Tim Hortons prices

Drink	Dutch Bros (S / M / L)	Tim Hortons (S / M / L)
Brewed coffee	$2.50 / $3.00 / $3.50	$2.15 / $2.44 / $2.67
Iced coffee	$3.00 / $3.25 / $3.95	$2.79 / $2.99 / $3.29
Latte	$4.25 / $5.25 / $6.25	$3.49 / $4.02 / $4.37
Iced latte	$4.25 / $5.25 / $6.25	$3.55 / $4.01 / $4.52
Cold brew	$3.50 / $4.25 / $5.00	$3.04 / $3.44 / $3.94
Frozen drink (Freeze vs Iced Capp)	$4.95 / $5.95 / $6.95	$3.19 / $3.79 / $4.29
Refresher (Rebel/Myst vs Refresher)	$4.75 / $5.50 / $6.50	$3.60 / $3.60 / $4.19

Tim Hortons is noticeably cheaper across the board in this comparison, but its cups are generally smaller, and the Dutch Bros figures include more flavored, customized drinks.

Food prices

Item	Dutch Bros	Tim Hortons
Donut	Not sold	about $1.49
Egg and cheese sandwich	about $3.25	about $3.49
Sausage or bacon, egg and cheese	about $3.25 to $3.25-$4.75	about $3.99
Muffin	about $2.50-$3.25	Varies

Tim Hortons is a bakery-café with a full food menu. Dutch Bros has a smaller menu; see Dutch Bros food.

Dutch Bros Eats n' Sweets muffin, cookie and cake pop

Where each chain is available

Area	Dutch Bros	Tim Hortons
Pacific Northwest and California	Hundreds of shops	Few
Texas, Arizona and the South	Many shops	Few
Northeast (NY, PA, New England)	None	Many
Michigan and Ohio	Ohio only (7 shops)	Many
Canada	None	Thousands

See Dutch Bros locations for every state.

Which should you choose?

Choose Tim Hortons for a cheap coffee and a donut or breakfast sandwich. Choose Dutch Bros for big, sweet, customized iced drinks, energy drinks and a friendly drive-thru. If you love Iced Capps, the closest Dutch Bros drink is a Freeze.

Drink	Type	Size	Calories	Sugar (g)	Protein (g)	Caffeine (mg)
Mocha Freeze	Blended	Small	460	60	13	165
Latte	Iced	Small	120	11	8	95
Cold Brew	Iced	Small	10	0	1	151

Source: official Dutch Bros Nutritional Guide.

Illustration of a coffee drive-thru stand with a car at the window

Sizes compared

Tim Hortons sizes vary by country and market, so the comparison below is approximate. Dutch Bros sizes are standard across its U.S. shops.

Size	Dutch Bros hot	Dutch Bros iced
Small	12 oz	16 oz
Medium	16 oz	24 oz
Large	20 oz	32 oz

Because Dutch Bros iced cups are large, the price gap per ounce is smaller than the menu prices suggest.

Category	Dutch Bros	Tim Hortons
Coffee style	Sweet, flavored espresso drinks	Classic brewed coffee ("double double")
Frozen	Freeze	Iced Capp
Energy	Rebel and Myst	Refreshers
Food	Small menu	Donuts, Timbits, sandwiches, soups
Atmosphere	Drive-thru focused	Cafés and drive-thrus

Value per ounce

A medium Tim Hortons coffee at about $2.44 compared with a medium Dutch Bros drip coffee at $3.00 shows Tim Hortons is cheaper for basic coffee. For a sweet iced drink, Dutch Bros charges more but serves 24 oz in a medium, so the value is closer than it looks.

If you are traveling

Many travelers meet Dutch Bros for the first time on a trip west or south. If you usually order a double double at Tim Hortons, the closest Dutch Bros order is a drip coffee or Americano with cream and sugar, or a breve if you want it richer. If you love Iced Capps, try a Freeze. See how to order at Dutch Bros and what Dutch Bros is for a quick primer.

Loyalty programs

Both chains have rewards apps. Dutch Rewards members earn 3 points per dollar, with 250 points for a free medium drink. See Dutch Rewards.

Which is better value?

On price alone, Tim Hortons wins for plain coffee, donuts and breakfast sandwiches. Dutch Bros wins on drink variety, customization and cup size, especially for iced drinks. If you mostly want a large sweet iced drink or an energy drink, the Dutch Bros price is easier to justify. If you want a quick coffee and a snack, Tim Hortons is the budget choice.

Caffeine comparison

Dutch Bros publishes caffeine for every drink. A small iced latte has about 95 mg and a small cold brew about 151 mg. Tim Hortons also publishes nutrition information, so you can compare your usual order directly.

How we compared prices

Dutch Bros figures are our typical U.S. prices compiled from 2026 menu reports. Tim Hortons figures come from a published price list and may reflect a different country or an earlier year, so treat them as approximate. Tim Hortons prices are often quoted in Canadian dollars in Canada, which makes direct comparisons tricky. Check both apps in your area for current local prices.

Where to go next

If you are comparing chains, see Dutch Bros vs Starbucks and Dutch Bros vs Dunkin'. For the full Dutch Bros price list, see our menu prices page.

Ordering at Dutch Bros if you are used to Tim Hortons

Dutch Bros has no "double double" on the menu, but broistas can make one: ask for a drip coffee with two creams and two sugars. Dutch Bros drinks are sweeter by default, so if you want something closer to a plain Tim Hortons coffee, order an Americano or drip coffee and add cream yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dutch Bros more expensive than Tim Hortons?

Generally yes. Tim Hortons is cheaper for basic coffee and food, though Dutch Bros cups are usually larger.

Is there Dutch Bros in Canada?

No. As of October 2026, Dutch Bros operates only in the United States.

What is the Dutch Bros version of an Iced Capp?

A Blended Freeze is the closest match.

Does Dutch Bros sell donuts?

No. Dutch Bros sells muffins, cake pops, banana bread and breakfast items.

Sources

This is an independent guide and is not affiliated with Dutch Bros Coffee. Prices are estimates compiled from published menus and reports and may vary by location.

Dutch Bros vs Tim Hortons Prices: Menu Comparison (2027)