It is no rumor that Downtown Naperville was voted as the 2nd best city to live in America by Niche, and it just got better.
On June 18, residents of Naperville were shocked to see their favorite Starbucks location, W Jefferson Ave and S Main St closed. That is until the word got out that THE Starbucks Reserve was opening right across the street in their very hometown.
(PHOTO: Catherine Kravets)
The NEW Starbucks Reserve in Downtown Naperville is 1 of 2,000 locations in the world that offers a coffee bar, an extended amount of seating, and an exclusive menu: Espresso, Cold Brew, Coffee + Ice cream, Brewed. Yes, I said it. ICE CREAM! Costumers enthusiastically responding, "for here!" are accompanied with a wooden tray and, depending which drink purchased, a description of the coffee beans used.
SUN-THURS: 5:30 AM-10 PM
FRI-SAT: 5:30 AM-11 PM
Nicole, a college student from Dominican University mentioned, "I drive forty minutes to the Starbucks Reserve in Naperville for the 'Dirty Chai'." The 'Dirty Chai' is a blend of Starbucks Reserve's Nitro Cold Brew and a Chai Latte. Curiously, I asked Nicole how she came up with the idea of mixing the two. "When you sit at the coffee bar the Baristas periodically give you samples. I fell in love with this drink when I sampled it a couple weeks ago," (Nicole, age 20).
THE NITRO COLD BREW
(PHOTO: Catherine Kravets)
This 5 calorie wonder is an overnight celebrity. On tap at Starbucks Reserve, the Nitro cold brew is infused with Nitrogen. (Hence Nitro in the name). The nitrogen makes it naturally creamy and sweet without the need of extra calories. Not only is it low-cal, but it is highly caffeinated.
Whether it is to catch up with an old friend, to go on a first date, or to cram before an exam, the Downtown Naperville Starbucks Reserve is the place to be. It is always alive and going, even at 6:30 in the morning. The Baristas behind the counter offer exclusive samples and kindness to each costumer, regardless of the time.
The Starbucks Reserve is the perfect luxury for Naperville.
TIPS:
If there is a long line, sit at the bar. You can ask for the drink to go if you need to!
If you are watching your calories, order an Americano or a Nitro cold brew off of the Reserve menu. Coffee, in moderation, is healthy for you. One cup of coffee a day can boost your metabolism.
Get to know your barista, especially if it isn't busy when you're there. They know a ton about coffee and are SUPER kind.
