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How To Make An Italian Soda At Starbucks

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

An Italian soda isn't on the standard menu at any Starbucks location, but that doesn't mean you can't get one. Here's how to ask for the drink.

Starbucks' New Blended Matcha Lemonade and Energy Refreshers Are Worth The Brain Freeze, But One Flavor Is A Total Miss

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:59:19 +0000

Starbucks' new Blended Matcha Lemonade and Blended Energy Refreshers are as colorful as they are cool, but you'll want to skip the newest flavor.

What Tim Hortons Does With Its Leftover Donuts

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:17:00 +0000

At the end of the day, Tim Hortons often has a lot of donuts left over, and if you were wondering what happens to them, the answer may surprise you.

Jersey Mike's Sister Chain Is A Coffee Shop You've Likely Heard Of

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Jersey Mike's doesn't sell coffee; only sodas and bottled beverages. So, you wouldn't think it would have any connection to a coffee chain - but it does.

Starbucks Once Used This Controversial Ingredient In Its Strawberry Crème Frappuccino

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:17:00 +0000

The Strawberry Crème Frappuccino from Starbucks actually found itself at the center of a heated controversy in 2012 due to a specific ingredient.

Elevate Your Starbucks Caramel Macchiato With These 5 Ordering Tips

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Like all the best Starbucks drinks, there are many ways to creatively tweak your iced or hot Caramel Macchiato to suit whatever mood you're in.

Review: Starbucks' New Blue Coconut Beverages Are All Visually Striking, And Only One Isn't Worth A Second Sip

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:46:28 +0000

Starbucks' latest release is as blue as it gets. But while these coconut drinks might be ready for Instagram, how do they actually taste? We tried them all.

12 Best-Value Breakfast Chain Restaurants

staff@foodrepublic.com (Molly E. Sandwell) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day, but everyone still wants value. From drive-thru to casual dining, these breakfast chains offer the most.

The 5 Best Dallas Coffee Shops, According To A Local

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Dallas is a sprawling city with over 30 neighborhoods, but we have the inside scoop on the best coffee shops, according to a local.

How Reddit Recreates Starbucks' Lemonade

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 31 May 2026 18:17:00 +0000

If you have a particular fondness for Starbucks' lemonade, you'll know it's not like any you can buy at the store. Here's how Reddit recreates it.

The 11 Best Starbucks Drinks You Can Order, According To Baristas On Reddit

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Sat, 30 May 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Baristas on Reddit have divulged their absolute favorite Starbucks drinks, and they're the experts, so these are the best drinks you can order at Starbucks.

Review: Starbucks' New Summer Drinks Look Better Than They Taste – Unless You Order Like This

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Tue, 12 May 2026 18:15:56 +0000

Starbucks' 2026 summer menu is a visual delight and packs a punch, but not in the places you'd expect. Our review shares exactly what you should order.

Starbucks' Protein Cold Foam Has A Big Problem, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Fri, 01 May 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Starbucks has jumped onto the protein train and is now making protein-heavy cold foams to go on your coffee and tea, but how well are they reviewed?

I Lived In New Orleans For 15 Years: These Are The Hands-Down 5 Best Coffee Shops

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:17:00 +0000

For those who don't know, New Orleans is big on coffee, and these local picks are the very best coffee shops the Crescent City has to offer.

Dutch Bros Vs Starbucks: Comparing The Coffee Drink Sizes

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Two coffee chains, both alike in dignity, in fair Starbucks and Dutch Bros, we lay our scene: which chain has the bigger sizes and which has more caffeine?

A Dietitian Shares The Sugary Starbucks Menu Item You May Want To Avoid

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Starbucks is known for its coffee, but also how much sugar it packs into certain items. There's one item a dietitian says to avoid due to its sugar levels.

Review: Starbucks' New Pink Cannon Ball Drink Feels More Like A Belly Flop

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jenn Carnevale) — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:48:58 +0000

Starbucks's new Pink Cannon Ball Drink is a riff on the original viral hit, but this limited-time spring menu addition turned out to be a dud.

How To Order Starbucks' Highest-Protein Drink (It Packs 70 Grams)

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Starbucks has gone all-in with the current protein trend, and you can get a single Venti drink that contains a whopping 70 grams of protein.

Review: Starbucks' New Bakery Lineup Needed A Little Extra Time In The Oven

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 21:51:41 +0000

Starbucks has added some new bakery items to its menu this February, so we gave all of them a try to see what's worth getting, and what to leave.

Review: Starbucks' New 1971 Roast Puts An Elevated Spin On A Classic

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:10:24 +0000

Starbucks has released a brand-new roast to add to its full-time menu: the 1971 Roast. We tried it for ourselves (black) to see how it measured up.