Waking up to classes at 9 a.m. can be a drag. I know some of us out there need a little pick me up in the morning or even throughout the day. Some of us require a lot more caffeine than others, I sure do!
Looking at the menu at Starbucks can be a little overwhelming, especially at 8:50 a.m. when your standing in a line full of people who also have class at 9. Here are the top 10 caffeinated Starbucks' drinks that will surely keep you working like a well-oiled machine.
1.Clover Brewed Coffee
A cup of Clover Brewed Coffee is the drink with the most caffeine in it on the Starbucks menu. It has a whopping 375mg of caffeine. This drink has a hearty coffee flavor so if you're a big fan of coffee, this will not only wake you up but also satisfy your taste buds.
2.Blonde Roast
A runner up to first, the Blonde Roast contains 360mg of caffeine. This lightly roasted coffee has a soft flavor to it all while putting a smile on your face. Want to make it better? Add some vanilla bean or hazelnut powder, almond milk and a pinch of sugar!
3.Nitro Cold Brew with Sweet Cream
This coffee is anything but hot. With a caffeine level of 325mg, this drink will give you the chills. Served cold and straight from the tap, this beauty is topped with a light float of house-made vanilla sweet cream that is to die for. The result of all of this? A velvety coffee with a tinge of sweetness just to tease your taste buds.
4.Cordusio or Iced Cordusio
For those of you that like a hot drink and those of you that prefer the chillier sides of things, this one gives you the best of both choices. This drink hot or cold contains 315mg of caffeine. The Cordusio is inspired by the vivacious culture of Piazza Cordusio, which is home to the Starbucks Reserve Roastery. This beverage is the most espresso-forward mocha out there. This drink throws an extra hot, rich expresso shot, creamy whole milk and just a hint of mocha into a cup to create a beautiful combination of bitter sweetness like you taste when biting into delicious dark chocolate.
5.Pike Place Roast
This delicious Starbucks-made brew contains 310mg of caffeine. As Starbucks' signature medium-roast this has a smooth, balanced flavor that is perfect for your everyday cup of coffee. Want to dress it up? Add some coconut milk, vanilla bean powder and a little bit of sugar!
6.Cold Foam Dark Cocoa Nitro
This drink sounds like heaven and to make it better it has 290mg of caffeine. The Dark Chocolate Stout was an inspiration for this little number. This smooth drink is an even more irresistible version of the Nitro Cold Brew, with bittersweet cocoa cold foam bringing out all the right chocolatey flavors.
7.Nitro Cold Brew
This drink just gives chills when reading the name. The Nitro Cold Brew contains 280mg of caffeine. Starbucks' small-batch cold brew which is slow-steeped for that super smooth taste, gets even better. Infused with nitrogen, this cascade of sweet flavor and velvety cream will have you back for a second one.
8.Cold Foam Cascara Nitro
This gorgeous looking drink has a load of caffeine in it, 270mg to be precise. This version of Nitro Cold Brew is straight from the tap and velvety-smooth. To top it off, this drink is capped with Cascara flavored Cold Foam for subtle notes of brown sugar.
9.Dark Roast
If you want an exuberant flavor of coffee then this one is for you. With a whopping 260mg of caffeine, this is perfect for a nice wake up call in the morning. This full-bodied dark roast showcases the robust flavor and blending artistry that Starbucks is all about.
10.Caffe Americano
This wonderful, rich coffee has 225mg of caffeine. This drink is full of espresso shots, which are topped with hot water to create a thin, layer of crema on top. The result? A beautiful cup of coffee with depth and a distinct flavor.
Keep in mind, the amount of caffeine for each drink is in the size grande so if you want more caffeine just go a size up. The Starbucks menu is huge, I know, but I recommend giving these a try for your everyday cup of coffee. You coffee lovers won't be disappointed. For those of you that aren't too crazy on coffee, don't you dare give yourself wrinkles over this! Starbucks has plenty of drinks besides coffee to satisfy all your taste buds' needs. As the weather gets colder and the days get longer, the need for a Starbucks drink is a must. Don't be afraid to step outside your normal realm and try something new!
