Since the coffee bean is my birthstone I am more than qualified to report on the newest and most delicious Starbucks drinks of the summer. (You can check my gold status-- member since 2013, I know I'm a big deal.) Starbucks has rolled out a new tea, a new cold brew, a new way to drink a Frappucino and even a sunset menu. I know it's already the end of July, but there's still plenty of time to try out all of the new drinks once (or maybe a few times... I spend too much money on coffee...Help) Here'e your guide to the newest drinks!
Teavana Shaken Berry Sangria Herbal Tea
Did someone say sangria??? This new shaken iced tea has fresh brewed passion tango tea mixed with apple juice, hand shaken with juicy berry flavors and then topped with blackberries and orange slices. It's both sweet and tart and a refreshing twist on iced tea!
Iced Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato
Say that 5 times fast... With Chilled Sumatran Coconut Milk, white chocolate mocha, Espresso Roast, caramel drizzle and a swirl of mocha to create five layers of espresso and summer in a sweet iced coffee. Can you say yum??
Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
I've had this one so many times this summer I think it's in my blood stream now. But seriously, holy delicious! Cold Brew coffee has a distinct taste because it's brewed with cold water rather than hot water. This combination is both sweet and bitter and a must try.
Affogato Style Frap's
So this is kind of weird but oddly exciting. If you order a Frap you can now have the option to have a shot of espresso poured over the top of it. I can't decide of this would be good or not, but if you're feeling your adventurous side, a must try!
Sunset Menu
This one is probably the best out of the lot. Starting at 3:00 PM, granitas and trifles are available. I'm talking shaved ice with espresso or white tea or lemonade. WHAT?? Options include Caramel Espresso Granita, Youthberry White Tea Granita and Strawberry Lemon Limeade Granita. Yum! Trifles are hand prepared with layers upon layers of whipped cream and drizzle, with a choice between Chocolate Brownie or Strawberry Shortcake.
But seriously, Starbucks is killin' it at the game this summer. I don't know about you but I may need to pick up a third job just to pay for my multiple coffee stops during the day...
