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5 Starbucks Holiday Drink Customizations For A Totally Festive Upgrade

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

If you're looking for something new this holiday season, try these Starbucks drink customizations worthy of the secret menu.

Review: Starbucks' New Eggnog Cold Foam Isn't The Noggiest, But A Returning Favorite Is Here To Help

staff@tastingtable.com (Michael Palan) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:01:00 +0000

After a long wait, Starbucks eggnog latte is back. This time, it is accompanied by a new cold foam for topping your drinks. Read our sip & say review.

6 Dutch Bros Shakes, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Rebecca Andersson) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 01:20:00 +0000

Dutch Bros has a lot of shakes on its menu, and we tested out six of them. We scored them on a point system of zero to 15. Find out which scored the highest.

The $30 Starbucks Holiday Cup That's Reselling For Over $200

staff@tastingtable.com (Courtney Iseman) — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 22:49:49 +0000

Starbucks is known for its holiday offerings, but one new cup has become so popular that it's being resold for over $200.

We Went To Chick-Fil-A's New Sister Restaurant, Daybright Coffee & Refreshment. Here's What You Should Try

staff@tastingtable.com (Sarah Bisacca) — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:49:16 +0000

We visited Daybright Coffee & Refreshment in Atlanta to try some menu items and see what Chick-Fil-A's new sister restaurant is all about. Here's what we think.

The Starbucks Food Item You Should Avoid At All Costs

staff@tastingtable.com (Zoë Lourey-Christianson) — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Starbucks' foods and desserts can offer a welcome treat on your coffee run, but not all of them are hits. Here's one that you should save your money on.

I Tried Everything On Panera's Holiday Menu, And Honestly ... Meh

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:14:45 +0000

On November 5, 2025, Panera dropped three new holiday menu items. Do they deliver? Tasting Table's own Carmen Varner put each festive treat to the taste test.

I Tried And Ranked All Of Dunkin's Holiday Menu Drinks. Here's What I'd Order Again

staff@tastingtable.com (Hunter Wren Miele) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:41:27 +0000

Dunkin's holiday menu is here, replete with (mostly) winter-focused drinks to bring that Yuletide spirit. I tasted all of them, and here's what I think.

Review: Starbucks Reserve's New Caramel Miso Hot Cocoa Brings The Holiday Cheer With A Dash Of Umami

staff@tastingtable.com (Michael Palan) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:10:39 +0000

Starbucks Reserve's Caramel Miso Hot Cocoa is unlike any hot chocolate the brand has ever made. We tried it to see if it was worth ordering.

Starbucks Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread Review: Nothing To See (Or Eat) Here, Folks

staff@tastingtable.com (Michael Palan) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000

We got a taste of the new cinnamon pull-apart bread from Starbucks before its nationwide release on November 6, 2025. Find out whether it's worth buying.

These Are The Fastest-Growing Chain Restaurants In 2025

staff@tastingtable.com (Arya Chatterjee) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:20:00 +0000

From niche Asian cuisine to new coffee shops and sub sandwich joints, these are some of the fastest-growing chain restaurants that are branching out in 2025.

Over 200 Years And Counting: This North Carolina Bakery Is The Oldest Continually Operating One In The US

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:40:00 +0000

There's a skinny Moravian spiced cookie that's available at this extremely longstanding North Carolina bakery that's worth seeking out on a visit or online.

The 9 Absolute Worst Starbucks Drinks Of All Time, According To Reddit

staff@tastingtable.com (Charlotte Pointing) — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 17:20:00 +0000

Starbucks has created many iconic drinks over the years, but some were simply gross. Take a look at some of the worst-tasting drinks Starbucks has ever made.

Starbucks' Iconic Holiday Cups Used To Look A Lot Different

staff@tastingtable.com (Eibhlis Gale-Coleman) — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Starbucks fans anticipate the release of its winter menu, and winter holiday-themed cups, every year -- but, looking back, they looked very different.

Why Starbucks Cold Brew Is So Good (And How To Make It At Home)

staff@tastingtable.com (Zoë Lourey-Christianson) — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000

If your at-home cold brew just never lives up to the cup you get from Starbucks, we have a few tricks of the trade to share with you.

5 Big Changes The New Starbucks CEO Has Made In 2025

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Christina Lupus) — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 19:30:00 +0000

When Brian Niccol took over as CEO of Starbucks he had a very distinct vision for the mammoth coffee chain. We look at some of the recent changes.

4 Starbucks Coffee Blends You Should Drink Cold And 3 You Shouldn't

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Sat, 01 Nov 2025 20:20:00 +0000

We taste-tested seven Starbucks coffee blends hot and iced to find which ones shine cold and which are best reserved for a steaming morning mug.

The NYC Cafe I Visit For The Absolute Best Pastries In The City

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:00:00 +0000

New York City has no shortage of bakeries offering premier pastries, but this reporter has a neighborhood favorite well worth a ride on the M train.

Starbucks Has A New Hazelnut Latte For The Holidays, But You Can't Get It In The US

staff@tastingtable.com (A.J. Forget) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 22:27:03 +0000

Starbucks' annual holiday drinks are almost here, but, unfortunately, one of the chain's most unique seasonal offerings cannot be found in the U.S.

Give Your Starbucks Frappuccino A Fruity Twist With This Unique Combination

staff@tastingtable.com (Elizabeth Okosun) — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 21:10:00 +0000

If you're looking to give your Starbucks Frappuccino a boost, try ordering it with this customization the next time you're at the drive-thru.