It's a trend unfolding at most chains, most notably Starbucks, and aptly called "menu hacking" by Today.com. It's described as customers gone rogue, forcing baristas to whip up "custom confections on demand."
But for years now, it's simply been known as the Starbucks secret menu.
This not-so-secret "secret-menu" is a collection of customized drinks created by customers using flavors, syrups, and foams that can be found on Starbucks' main menu. The secret menu is shared through social media and word-of-mouth.
Out of respect (and perhaps a little fear) for the employees who have expressed frustration over increased customizations from customers, I tend not to order secret-menu drinks. But with spooky season in full swing, I made an exception to try some of the many Halloween-inspired creations people have shared.
I decided to try six Halloween-inspired drinks, and after tasting them, I ranked them from my least favorite to my favorite, and I gave them a ranking on my own "spooky" scale. Keep reading to see my final list.