10 Summer Starbucks Drinks You Need To Try
We all need to treat ourselves every now and again, and a perfect way to do that is to grab some Starbucks! There are so many drinks, both hot and cold, coffee and tea, and sweet or strong. Instead of getting your usual drink, try to change it up. With Summer fast approaching, there are so many Summer Starbucks drinks that you can try. These drinks will not only quench your thirst, but they come in many different fun, and yummy flavors. So take a break from your vanilla latte and try one of these Summer Starbucks drinks.
1. Pineapple Matcha
If you’re looking for something that is both sweet and good for you then here it is. It’s a nice cold drink that comes in a beautiful, light-green color. It is smooth and creamy due to the coconutmilk that is made with, which makes for an almost smoothie texture. The matcha taste also makes it tart and is a really nice healthy base for the sweetness of the pinapple and ginger. Overall, this is the perfect drink for after a day at the gym or spending time outdoors, because it won’t make you feel slugish but refreshed and uplifted instead.
2. Iced Guava Passionfruit
If you’re looking for the pink version of the Pineapple Matcha, than here it is! This drink is a little bit sweeter but also has that same creamy flavor due to the coconutmilk. The tropical flavors from the passionfruit and guava will make it taste like you’re right on the beach. This drink is hand-shaken with pinneapple and ginger as well. This gives it a sweeter, more well-rounded taste. It is refreshing and perfect for any summer day.
3. Mango Dragonfruit Lemonade Starbucks Refresher
What says summer more then ice-cold lemonade? Nothing. Unless it is made with some unique, delicious flavors like mango and dragonfruit, of course. This is a light, sweet drink that is also a little tangy from the fresh fruit literally floating in your cup! It’s called a refresher for a reason, it is both thirst quenchy and yummy to sip during a hot day which makes it the perfect summer pick-me-up. Not to mention how cool the neon purple color it comes as. Talk about an asthetic photo waiting to happen.
4. Strawberry Acai Lemonade Starbucks Refresher
Similar to the Mang Dragonfruit, this lemonade Starbucks Referesher is just as sweet and tangy. It is light, refreshing and you also get the fresh strawberries in your cup. Take a plain old lemonade to the next level with this drink. It gives you that much needed pick-me-up with its green coffee extracts while simply tasting light and fresh. Enjoy these at a family BBQ or while driving with the top down on a hot summer day.
5. S’mores Frappuccino
When you think of summertime you think of bonefires and roasting marshmellows right? Well, what if that was made into a drink? Well, you’re in luck! Starbucks came up with the perfect summer evening drink. So, if you’re looking for something more filling and dessert-like, then this s’mores drink has got you covered. This drink is a creamy blend of vanilla, coffee, milk, and ice topped with chocolate sauce, marshmellow-infused whipped cream and graham cracker crumble on top. This is a favorite for people of all ages.
6. Carmel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino
If you still need a coffee fix, here is a great summer drink that also is a carmel-lovers dream. This ice-cold drink is made with a buttery carmel syrup blend with milk, coffee, and topped with whipped cream, carmel drizzle, and crunchy carmel-sugar. So, treat yourself! Calories don’t count this summer, right?! This is a perfect treat to start your day or be a great summer dessert.
7. Iced Peach Green Tea Lemonade
If you’re like me, and you’re go to morning drink is a classic green tea than listen up. Also, if you’re looking for something more on the healthy side, this refreshing, light green tea is perfect for you. It is blended with a sweet peach-flavored juice, and a yummy, tart lemonade. These hand-shaken iced drinks scream summer and are loved by everyone. It just might become you’re new classic favorite.
8. Strawberries and Cream Frappuccino
Starbucks calls the strawberry, “Summer’s favorite berry.” So, we had to add this sweet treat to the list. This is the prefect blend of ice, milk, strawberry puree, and topped with fluffy whipped cream. It’s like drinking milkshake that is lighter, and more thirst quenching so it won’t slow you down. Don’t forget to take a cute picture of this pretty drink, because it is definietly Instagram worthy!
9. Butterbeer Frappuccino
Yep, you read that right. The Butterbeer Frappuccino is a Starbucks Secret Menu item. Harry Potter himself is shook that you can now get an actual Butterbeer from any local Starbucks. So, if you can’t get to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter this summer, just stop at the nearest Starbucks and grab yourself this tastey Butterbeer drink. Made with carmel syrup, toffee nut syrup, and whipped cream with a regular milk, frappuccino base it will taste just like you’re in Hogsmeade. Don’t be afraid for this off-menu item, you will not be dissapointed!
10. Ombre Pink Drink
Have you seen this crazy Starbucks drink in candid, asthetic photos roamning around on your social media? This is the Ombre Pink Drink that is also a Starbucks Secret Menu item. It is essentially a Cool Lime Refresher made with coconutmilk blended topped with Passion Fruit Tea. It comes in a pretty, creamy white bottom slowly morphing into a light pink and finally the bright neon pink of the passion fruit tea. Not only is this such a cool drink to look at, it is extrememly refreshing and both sweet and light. Perfect for summer!
