7 Brew for kids: the best kid-friendly drinks on the menu
Taking kids through the 7 Brew drive-thru? Here's what to order for them and what to skip.
The best 7 Brew drinks for kids are fruit-based fizz sodas, fruit lemonades, and smoothies — all of which are caffeine-free and customizable for sweetness. Avoid the espresso category and the 7 Energy drinks, both of which contain caffeine that is not appropriate for children. A small or medium strawberry fizz soda or strawberry lemonade is a solid starting point for most kids. Smoothies and shakes are popular with older children and teens.
Caffeine-free options at 7 Brew
Several 7 Brew categories are entirely caffeine-free and appropriate for children:
Fizz Sodas (best for younger kids)
The 7 Fizz Sodas are carbonated drinks with flavored syrups — no caffeine, no energy drink base, just sparkling water and fruit flavor. A small strawberry, peach, or raspberry fizz soda is colorful, sweet, and manageable for young kids. You can ask for "light sweet" to reduce the sugar load. Roughly 40–80 calories for a small with regular syrup.
Fruit Lemonades
The lemonade category is naturally caffeine-free as long as you avoid adding tea or energy drink base. A small strawberry or mango lemonade is a popular choice with kids. Slightly more sugar than a fizz soda but still a lighter option than a smoothie. Ask for "light sweet" if you want less sugar.
Smoothies and Shakes (for older kids and teens)
The smoothies and shakes category is caffeine-free and filling. Strawberry smoothie, mixed berry smoothie, and chocolate shake are popular with kids who want something thicker and more dessert-like. These run higher in calories (250–500+ for a small) but are more nutritious than a shake from a fast food chain.
Drinks kids should not order
Espresso and coffee drinks: Any drink in the Originals and Classics category contains espresso. Caffeine is not recommended for children under 12 and should be limited for teenagers. A large breve can contain 190+ mg of caffeine — equivalent to nearly two cups of coffee.
7 Energy drinks: The 7 Energy category uses an energy drink concentrate that contains caffeine and other stimulants like taurine and B vitamins in concentrated form. These are not appropriate for children under 18. Despite looking similar to lemonades or fruit drinks, the energy base makes them unsuitable for young customers.
Teas with caffeine: Black tea and green tea bases in the lemonades and teas category contain caffeine. Stick to fruit lemonades without a tea base for younger children. Herbal tea bases are typically caffeine-free — ask your Brewista to confirm.
How to order a kid-friendly drink at 7 Brew
When ordering for a child, be explicit: "A small strawberry fizz soda, light sweet" or "A small strawberry lemonade, no energy, light sweet." Specifying "no energy" helps ensure the Brewista doesn't mix in an energy concentrate if there's any ambiguity about the order. Fizz sodas and lemonades are clearly separate categories, but clarity avoids mistakes.
For very young children, consider splitting a small drink — 7 Brew's small is 16 oz, which is a lot for a toddler. There is no smaller size, but you can ask for a drink with a lot of ice to naturally reduce the volume while keeping the flavor.
Sweetness levels are worth adjusting for kids. The default sweetness at 7 Brew is calibrated for adult tastes and can be quite sweet. Requesting "light sweet" on any kid's drink brings it to a more moderate sugar level without losing the flavor. This also reduces the calorie count and the sugar spike, which helps with afternoon behavior for younger children.
Frequently asked questions
Can kids drink 7 Brew?
Yes, with the right order. Fizz sodas, fruit lemonades, and smoothies are all caffeine-free and appropriate for children. Avoid espresso drinks and 7 Energy drinks.
What is the best 7 Brew drink for kids?
A small strawberry fizz soda or strawberry lemonade on light sweet is a popular choice for most children. Both are caffeine-free, colorful, and customizable.
Does 7 Brew have a kids menu?
7 Brew does not have a designated kids menu, but the fizz soda and lemonade categories are naturally kid-appropriate. Just specify caffeine-free when ordering.
Are 7 Brew smoothies okay for kids?
Yes. Fruit smoothies and shakes contain no caffeine and are fine for children and teens. They're more calorie-dense than fizz sodas or lemonades, which is worth knowing.
What age can kids drink 7 Brew energy drinks?
7 Brew Energy drinks are not recommended for anyone under 18 due to the caffeine and stimulant content. Teenagers should also limit or avoid them based on most health guidelines.