News of the price change comes after the coffee-giant was hit with a $5M lawsuit claiming the upcharge was a form of discrimination.

Dunkin's goal with the change, set to go into effect March 5, is to provide customers with more customization options.

Drink up, coffee lovers. Starting next month, Dunkin’ will no longer charge its customers extra for ordering their drinks with plant-based milk or dairy alternatives. The coffee company told USA TODAY that starting March 5,

Dunkin’ has announced it will quit charging coffee drinkers extra for non-dairy milk — months after Starbucks snagged major press coverage over the switch.

Dunkin' will stop charging its longstanding nondairy milk fee starting March 5, the company confirmed to Axios. Why it matters: Getting rid of surcharges on milk alternatives makes it cheaper for consumers to get a drink with oatmilk or almondmilk.

Dunkin’ is eliminating upcharges on nondairy milk that customers have pushed back on for years. The decision follows growing industry pressure and shifting consumer expectations. Here’s what’s changing and when you can expect to see the difference.

Dunkin’ customers will soon be able to add dairy alternatives to any beverage without paying an extra fee.The coffee giant previously charged an upcharge for almond and oat milk, with costs varying by location.

Dunkin’ customers will no longer be charged extra for requesting non-dairy milk in their drinks. Beginning March 5, dairy alternatives will be standard options for Dunkin’ beverages at no additional cost to guests,

Dunkin' is joining the growing list of coffee chains no longer charging extra for non-dairy milk, citing guest feedback and a desire to improve customer experience as the reason.