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  • A Starbucks counter with several drinks and food orders sitting on it.

    What Does Starbucks Do With Mobile Orders That Are Never Picked Up?

    Starbucks employees can't leave drinks on the counter all day. So what do they do with drinks that don't get picked up?

    By Rosie Govin 4 days ago Read More
  • Three Starbucks Frappuccino blended beverages.

    The 9 Worst Starbucks Frappuccinos Of All Time

    The famed sweet treat has plenty of fans, but Starbucks' Frapps have had a few misses. Here are the worst Starbucks Frappuccinos of all time.

    By Annie Fitzgerald-Chambers 9 days ago Read More
  • Various flavored matcha drinks lined up on a table

    Every Iced Starbucks Matcha Drink, Ranked

    With so many iced matcha drinks gracing the Starbucks menu as of June 2026, we decided to try and rank each iced matcha beverage from the chain.

    By Carmen Varner 14 days ago Read More
  • Two Starbucks drinks on a table

    I Tried Starbucks' Blue Coconut Drinks, And One Stole The Show

    Starbucks' new Iced Blue Coconut Matcha and Blue Coconut Refresher are here, but are they worth ordering? We tried them to find out.

    By Carmen Varner 15 days ago Read More
  • Starbucks employee pouring coffee

    The Starbucks Hair Color Rule Employees Must Follow

    Starbucks has specific appearance guidelines, including rules on types of hair color, that employees must follow while working on the floor.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 17 days ago Read More
  • Starbucks cake pops in a display

    The Starbucks Cake Pop You Should Avoid — It Looks Better Than It Tastes

    While this Starbucks cake pop is a real leap in the cute department, unfortunately the taste and texture don’t quite measure up to its adorable design.

    By Deb Kavis 18 days ago Read More
  • White coffee cup with Starbucks logo sitting on dark wood table

    This Is The Best New Starbucks Drink Of 2026 So Far

    Starbucks has put out some great beverages so far this year, but of all of its new releases, we liked this drink the best.

    By Angeline Stratz 27 days ago Read More
  • A range of different size Starbucks cups, including a kids size, in front of a white background

    Starbucks Doesn't Have A Kids Menu, But These Items Do The Trick

    Starbucks may not have a formal kids menu but that doesn't mean there's nothing for them. From caffeine-free drinks to tiny treats, here's what you can get.

    By Martha Brennan 1 month ago Read More
  • starbucks coffee with breakfast items on tray

    The Starbucks Breakfast Order That's Better For You Than You'd Think

    You'll know that there are some Starbucks menu items that are way healthier than others, and, according to an expert, this is a good nutritious breakfast go-to.

    By Julia Holland 1 month ago Read More
  • Someone holding a Starbucks strawberry Frappuccino topped with whipped cream in a clear plastic cup

    The Controversial Ingredient Once Used In Starbucks' Strawberry Creme Frappuccino

    A flavor like Starbucks' Strawberry Creme seems simple by comparison, but for years, it included a very controversial ingredient.

    By Ian Fortey 1 month ago Read More
  • different fruity Starbucks Refreshers in tall to-go cups

    The Hands-Down Best Starbucks Refresher Has A Green Coffee Extract Kick

    Starbucks Refreshers are true to their name, but this one flavor stands out among the rest of the overly sweet options thanks to a boost of Green Tea Extract.

    By Julia Holland 1 month ago Read More
  • A lineup of Starbucks Refreshers on a table

    20 Starbucks Refreshers, Ranked Worst To Best

    Starbucks Refreshers are sometimes underrated drinks at the popular franchise. We ranked every Refresher available so you can decide which one to order.

    By Jenny Kellerhals Keogh 1 month ago Read More
  • starbucks coffee and food item with bag

    What Starbucks Employees Actually Do To Prepare Your Food

    Starbucks employees use a streamlined off-site prep system to heat and efficiently serve the chain’s sandwiches, pastries, and baked goods quickly.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 2 months ago Read More
  • The new Starbucks Tropical Butterfly Refresher, Butterfly Drink, and Horchata Frappuccino

    Review: Only One Of Starbucks' Summer Drops Is Drink-Worthy — And It's An Odd Choice For The Season

    Like gardens in bloom and longer days, a summer Starbucks drop is part of the season. We got a first taste of the new drinks and can say only one of them fits.

    By Jenny Kellerhals Keogh 2 months ago Read More
  • Starbucks bakery case filled with a selection of pastries, baked items, and bagels

    6 Starbucks Bakery Items Worth Ordering And 5 To Avoid

    Starbucks' bakery case has gotten more packed over the years, but which of the coffee shop's baked goods are worth the purchase and which ones are best avoided?

    By Lei Shishak 2 months ago Read More
  • fast food burger in a microwave

    5 Fast Food Chains That Don't Use Microwaves & 5 That Do

    More fast food places use microwave technology to heat up food than you might think. Here are some chains that do, along with ones that don't use microwaves.

    By Ayomari 2 months ago Read More
  • A Variety of Cream Frappuccinos on tabletop

    The Starbucks Frappuccino To Order If You Hate The Taste Of Coffee (But Still Want A Sweet Blast Of Caffeine)

    If coffee isn't your thing, but you're still looking for some caffeine to get you through the day, give this Starbucks Frappuccino a try.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 2 months ago Read More
  • Group of 12 different chain Refreshers.

    I Tried Refreshers From 6 Chains And Ranked Them Worst To Best

    Refreshers are all the rage right now, so we visited six places to try different flavors. You might be surprised to find which brand came in first place.

    By Megan Hageman 2 months ago Read More
  • barista brewing coffee

    The Key Steps For Brewing Coffee, According To Starbucks' Training Manual

    Starbucks baristas undergo thorough training for their roles, allowing consistent quality across its locations. Here's how the manual breaks down the process.

    By Matthew Spina 2 months ago Read More
  • A Starbucks styrofoam cup

    The Hot Drink Starbucks Won't Deliver (And For Good Reason)

    Sometimes you can't make it to Starbucks for your hot drink, but if it's a tea you're craving, you may want to plan to stop in as delivery is not an option.

    By Luna Regina 2 months ago Read More
  • Starbucks cup on counter

    Starbucks Employees Can't Stand How Strict This Rule Is

    Starbucks has undergone a huge policy shift, affecting every level of the company. One rule has got employees groaning all day, costing some of them their jobs.

    By Fred Hernandez 3 months ago Read More
  • Starbucks Tropical Butterfly Refresher drinks on white background

    Starbucks' New Menu Items Have Customers Calling The Chain 'Desperate'

    Starbucks' seasonal beverages are highly anticipated by fans, but the chain's latest announcement about its upcoming summer menu has only sparked confusion.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • Three new Starbucks Mango Strawberry Refreshers.

    Review: Starbucks' New Mango Strawberry Refreshers Deliver Sweetness More Than Mango, But That's Okay

    Starbucks is all about mango and strawberry this spring, releasing three new Mango Strawberry Refreshers. I tried them, and here's what I think.

    By Megan Hageman 3 months ago Read More
  • Starbucks Iced Mango Cream Chai and Iced Mango Cream Matcha on a table

    Review: Starbucks' New Mango Cream Cold Foam Flirts With Fruitiness But Doesn't Commit

    Starbucks has added Mango Cream Cold Foam to its menu, and it's available on both matcha and chai. I tried both drinks, and here's what I think

    By Carmen Varner 3 months ago Read More
  • A Starbucks cup on a table

    The Starbucks Chai Change That Has Customers Split

    If you're a fan of the chai at Starbucks, then you may have noticed something different about the way the chain has been serving the spiced tea.

    By Martha Brennan 3 months ago Read More
  • Side view of Starbucks Hannah Montana Refresher

    Review: Hannah Montana Would Have Hated Her New Starbucks Drink — But I Didn't

    For the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana," Starbucks has released the Secret Popstar Refresher for a limited time. I tried it, and here's what I think.

    By Carmen Varner 3 months ago Read More
  • Barista pouring milk into latte cup

    The Best Popular Coffee Chain Latte Features A Limited-Time Flavor

    In our ranking of coffee chain lattes, one especially delicious take emerged victorious, which is notably a limited-edition variety and only pops up annually.

    By Luna Regina 3 months ago Read More
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