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Former Starbucks employees reveal what they really think of 9 popular drink orders
Former Starbucks employees reveal what they really think of 9 popular drink orders
Sophia MitrokostasMar 9, 2024, 01:12 IST
Some Starbucks employees think drinks like the vanilla sweet-cream cold brew are worth the money.Sbo.ow-j/Shutterstock
Business Insider asked Starbucks baristas for their honest thoughts on the chain's popular drink orders.
Baristas said a chai-tea latte and a black brewed coffee can be a waste of money.
Starbucks' menu has many coffee options, but deciding what to order isn't always easy. Business Insider asked nine former Starbucks employees what they really think of popular coffee orders.
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Black brewed coffee is cheap but can be disappointing.
One former barista thinks the black coffee can taste a little burnt.idiltoffolo/Shutterstock
Pour-over coffee can be a better value.
A pour-over coffee can have a smoother taste.fotogenicstudio/Shutterstock
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The chai-tea latte might not be worth it.
A Starbucks said the chai isn't made in-house.Paige Bennett
One barista called the Cloud Macchiato a "waste of money."
A regular macchiato is a better value than the Cloud version.Inga Parkel
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Blonde-roast coffee is a good choice if you want a mild, caffeinated beverage.
A blonde-roast coffee is meant to taste less bitter.kahraman_murat/Shutterstock
Frappuccinos are a lot of work to make.
Some baristas don't like that they have to make one Frappuccino at a time.Inga Parkel
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Single-syrup lattes are a comparatively good deal.
A single-syrup latte delivers the flavor.Inga Parkel
One barista said the popular salted-caramel mocha is a strong, solid order.
A salted-caramel mocha can feel like a luxurious order.Omeletzz/Shutterstock
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The vanilla sweet-cream cold brew is a smooth choice.
For a stronger flavor, request less ice in your cold brew.Sbo.ow-j/Shutterstock