Coffee Syrups vs. Sauces: What’s the Difference?

For many coffee consumers, coffee tastes perfect in its natural state—just a fresh roast and a splash of milk. However, every once in a while, you may feel like adding a punch of flavor beyond what ordinary dairy and sweetener alone can provide. That’s where coffee syrups and sauces truly shine, by adding unique flavors to your coffee.

But, what are coffee syrups?

Similarly, you may have heard the terms ‘coffee syrups’ and ‘coffee sauces’ used interchangeably. With two such closely sounding terms, it can get a little confusing. There are some clear differences between the two, as well as notable features. We are breaking it all down for you so you know how and when to correctly use each product, and what makes each unique. Hopefully, you won’t be left scratching your head, and you can sound more like an expert!

For your convenience, we carry individual coffee sauce bottles or even cases from some of the top brands in the business—Monin, Ghirardelli, and DaVinci—as well as pumps for use with different sauces, so you’ll always have the right amount for your particular needs.

Updated 7/31/2020

Originally posted 3/31/2016