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Every Starbucks Breakfast Sandwich, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Duda) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:20:00 +0000

This time, we skipped the amazing coffee lineup at Starbucks and focused on hearty breakfast sandwiches. We tried six breakfast sandwiches to find the best one.

Starbucks' Best Iced Shaken Espresso On The Menu Outshines The Classic

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Holland) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0000

The best iced shaken espresso on Starbucks' menu, according to our ranking, was this option.

I'm A Starbucks Regular And Ex-Barista — Here Are 13 Changes I Wish The Chain Would Make

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Iris Degn) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:20:00 +0000

After spending years working at Starbucks, there are a few things I'd change about the chain - like certain snacks and its coziness.

What Is The 4-Minute Rule At Starbucks? And What Happens If It's Broken?

staff@tastingtable.com (Sean Bell) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:00:00 +0000

When Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol took over in 2024, he instituted some new policies designed to keep loyal customers coming back, including this rule.

Every Starbucks Crème Frappuccino, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Megan Hageman) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:20:00 +0000

From Matcha to Vanilla Bean, we sipped the full lineup of Starbucks Crème Frappuccinos and found one that exceeded all expectations. Here is how they rank.

Recreate One Of Starbucks' Best New Treats With 2 Boxed Cake Mixes

staff@tastingtable.com (Kashmir Brummel) — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:40:00 +0000

If you're anything like us, you probably can't get enough of this Starbucks treat. Fortunately, you can whip up a dessert dupe using a couple of cake mixes.

5 Ordering Tips To Get The Best Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0000

You can't really go wrong with a standard Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte, but here are five ways you can elevate the classic fall drink to even greater heights.

9 Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Drink Hacks To Order When You're Tired Of The PSL

staff@tastingtable.com (Catherine Brookes) — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:20:00 +0000

Skip the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte this year and try one of these upgraded and customized pumpkin-inspired favorites instead.

The Limited-Edition August 2026 Starbucks Drink Baristas Say You Should Skip

staff@tastingtable.com (Melissa Lemieux) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:25:56 +0000

Not every Starbucks drink is created equal, and according to baristas, this limited-time beverage ought to be marked and avoided this weekend.

I Tried And Ranked Every Starbucks Iced Latte

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:20:00 +0000

We tested Starbucks' current iced latte options to get the full scoop on which drinks have the best taste, and which ones lack balance and mass appeal.

I Tried And Ranked Every Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Duda) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:20:00 +0000

We tried all shaken espresso offerings at Starbucks and found a clear winner. Some flavors were too overpowering to enjoy, but one was delightfully balanced.

6 Starbucks Canada Exclusive Menu Items To Try And 6 To Skip

staff@tastingtable.com (Annie Fitzgerald-Chambers) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:20:00 +0000

The Starbucks Canadian menu is very different from the one U.S. customers know. Here's what you should and shouldn't order from it.

5 Ordering Tips To Get The Best Starbucks Caramel Macchiato

staff@tastingtable.com (Allison Forsyth) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:30:00 +0000

The Starbucks Caramel Macchiato is an icon for good reason. We believe you can improve on an already good thing through creative swaps and additions.

The 13 Best New Items At Starbucks In 2026 (So Far)

staff@tastingtable.com (Jaimie Mackey) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Starbucks has been consistently bringing new items to its menu since it opened its first store in 1971 - and these are the best of 2026 so far.

Starbucks' New Blended Energy Refreshers And Matcha Lemonade Were Made For Instagram 1st And Drinking 2nd

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:24:35 +0000

Starbucks has yet again unveiled a new drink lineup, but are any of those bevvys worth sipping? We tried four new menu items to find out.

The Starbucks Matcha Skeptics Should Try First Took The Top Spot In Our Ranking

staff@tastingtable.com (Sara Klimek) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0000

With an entire lineup of iced matcha drinks to try at Starbucks, we've done the legwork of tasting all of them. Here's which drink came out on top.

There's A Better Way To Customize Starbucks Drinks Without Frustrating Everyone Behind You

staff@tastingtable.com (James Andersen) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000

The ability to go wild and customize any order is one of the best things about Starbucks. Here's how to get detailed without causing a line to form.

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

staff@tastingtable.com (Rosie Govin) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:10:00 +0000

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

The 9 Worst Starbucks Frappuccinos Of All Time

staff@tastingtable.com (Annie Fitzgerald-Chambers) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0000

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.

Every Iced Starbucks Matcha Drink, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:20:00 +0000

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.