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11 Drinks on Starbucks' Secret Menu

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    11 drinks on the Starbucks secret menu

  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/SophieSchieli</div><div class="caption-title">Samoa Frappuccino</div>Commenter Heather W. suggested a summer-only favorite, the Samoa Frappuccio. "It's the mocha coconut Frappuccino with caramel drizzle. It's a dead ringer for the Girl Scout Cookie! We used to make it in our café all the time!" She also recommends some other seasonal drinks, "Other good seasonal beverages are the Pumpkin Spice Chai and the Gingerbread Chai. Coconut Chai is also really, really good." <br>
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    Samoa Frappuccino

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/SophieSchieli
    Samoa Frappuccino
    Commenter Heather W. suggested a summer-only favorite, the Samoa Frappuccio. "It's the mocha coconut Frappuccino with caramel drizzle. It's a dead ringer for the Girl Scout Cookie! We used to make it in our café all the time!" She also recommends some other seasonal drinks, "Other good seasonal beverages are the Pumpkin Spice Chai and the Gingerbread Chai. Coconut Chai is also really, really good."
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TerryJohnston</div><div class="caption-title">Thin Mint Frappuccino</div>Another drink that borrows its name and flavor from the Girl Scout Cookie repertoire is this creation, which, according to commenter Julie A. is made by blending the Tazo Green Tea Crème Frappuccino with chocolate syrup and java chips. According to her, it's "heaven in a cup." We imagine adding a pump of peppermint syrup wouldn't hurt the combination either. <br>
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    Thin Mint Frappuccino

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TerryJohnston
    Thin Mint Frappuccino
    Another drink that borrows its name and flavor from the Girl Scout Cookie repertoire is this creation, which, according to commenter Julie A. is made by blending the Tazo Green Tea Crème Frappuccino with chocolate syrup and java chips. According to her, it's "heaven in a cup." We imagine adding a pump of peppermint syrup wouldn't hurt the combination either.
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/AlexOslo</div><div class="caption-title">Snickers Frappuccino</div>"We do know a lot of these drinks and more," noted Annalise, a commenter and a self-described Starbucks barista. "Try a Snickers Frappuccino: Java Chip Frappuccino with two pumps of toffee nut and a caramel drizzle on top. It tastes just like a Snickers." <br>
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    Snickers Frappuccino

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/AlexOslo
    Snickers Frappuccino
    "We do know a lot of these drinks and more," noted Annalise, a commenter and a self-described Starbucks barista. "Try a Snickers Frappuccino: Java Chip Frappuccino with two pumps of toffee nut and a caramel drizzle on top. It tastes just like a Snickers."
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/heykellieee</div><div class="caption-title">Banana Cream Pie Frappuccino</div>According to an anonymous The Daily Meal commenter, "At our store (licensed), my favorite drink is a Vanilla Bean [Creme Frappuccino] with vanilla [and] hazelnut [syrups], whipped cream, and a whole banana. But I am prepared to pay the $6 for a grande and I don't call it out or refer to it as a Banana Cream Pie, which is what it tastes like and the nickname it has acquired." <br>
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    Banana Cream Pie Frappuccino

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/heykellieee
    Banana Cream Pie Frappuccino
    According to an anonymous The Daily Meal commenter, "At our store (licensed), my favorite drink is a Vanilla Bean [Creme Frappuccino] with vanilla [and] hazelnut [syrups], whipped cream, and a whole banana. But I am prepared to pay the $6 for a grande and I don't call it out or refer to it as a Banana Cream Pie, which is what it tastes like and the nickname it has acquired."
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/Helgas Lobster Stew</div><div class="caption-title">Apple Juice Orange Blossom</div>This combination of Tazo Orange Blossom Tea steeped in steamed apple juice (with no water), is what one anonymous The Daily Meal commenter calls "a perfect tasty tea alternative for us non-coffee drinkers." <br>
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    Apple Juice Orange Blossom

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/Helgas Lobster Stew
    Apple Juice Orange Blossom
    This combination of Tazo Orange Blossom Tea steeped in steamed apple juice (with no water), is what one anonymous The Daily Meal commenter calls "a perfect tasty tea alternative for us non-coffee drinkers."
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/GabrielaP93</div><div class="caption-title">The Grasshopper Frappuccino</div>Recommended by another The Daily Meal commenter who identified themselves as a barista, the Grasshopper Frappuccino consists of a Mocha Frappuccino blended with java chips and peppermint syrup. "It tastes like mint chip ice cream and is a personal favorite." <br>
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    The Grasshopper Frappuccino

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/GabrielaP93
    The Grasshopper Frappuccino
    Recommended by another The Daily Meal commenter who identified themselves as a barista, the Grasshopper Frappuccino consists of a Mocha Frappuccino blended with java chips and peppermint syrup. "It tastes like mint chip ice cream and is a personal favorite."
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/vmiramontes</div><div class="caption-title">The Dirty Hippy</div>Prefer your Dirty Chai Tea Latte with soy milk instead of regular milk? According to one barista commenter, that's called a Dirty Hippy. <br> <br> <b><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://www.thedailymeal.com/best-and-worst-drinks-sip-workout-0?utm_source=yahoo%2Bshine&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=starbucks%2Bsecret%2Bmenu%2B2012&RM_Exclude=Welcome" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Click here to see the Best and Worst Drinks to Sip Before a Workout;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Click here to see the Best and Worst Drinks to Sip Before a Workout</a></b> <br>
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    The Dirty Hippy

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/vmiramontes
    The Dirty Hippy
    Prefer your Dirty Chai Tea Latte with soy milk instead of regular milk? According to one barista commenter, that's called a Dirty Hippy.

    Click here to see the Best and Worst Drinks to Sip Before a Workout
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TerryJohnston</div><div class="caption-title">Marble Mocha Macchiato</div>Says an anonymous barista commenter, "The Marble Mocha Macchiato is a twist on the signature Caramel Macchiato. White mocha on the bottom with no whip, shot on the top and mocha drizzle." <br>
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    Marble Mocha Macchiato

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TerryJohnston
    Marble Mocha Macchiato
    Says an anonymous barista commenter, "The Marble Mocha Macchiato is a twist on the signature Caramel Macchiato. White mocha on the bottom with no whip, shot on the top and mocha drizzle."
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/kevinspencer</div><div class="caption-title">Cookies & Cream Frappuccino</div>Per a commenter, this is a White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino blended with java chips and a dash of peppermint syrup. <br>
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    Cookies & Cream Frappuccino

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/kevinspencer
    Cookies & Cream Frappuccino
    Per a commenter, this is a White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino blended with java chips and a dash of peppermint syrup.
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/animaster</div><div class="caption-title">Cinnamon Roll Frappuccino</div>According commenter and Starbucks barista, Jonathan, this combination of Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino and cinnamon dolce syrup tastes just like the popular breakfast pastry. <br>
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    Cinnamon Roll Frappuccino

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/animaster
    Cinnamon Roll Frappuccino
    According commenter and Starbucks barista, Jonathan, this combination of Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino and cinnamon dolce syrup tastes just like the popular breakfast pastry.
  • <div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TomenoNaoki</div><div class="caption-title">Bootleg Brulée</div>Per a commenter, this creation involves adding "two shots to any white mocha, and add toffee nut [syrup] and caramel drizzle." <br> <br> <b><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://www.thedailymeal.com/starbucks-secret-menu-ultimate-guide?utm_source=yahoo%2Bshine&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=starbucks%2Bsecret%2Bmenu%2B2012&RM_Exclude=Welcome" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Click here to see More Drinks from Starbucks Secret Menu;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Click here to see More Drinks from Starbucks Secret Menu</a></b> <br> <br>
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    Bootleg Brulée

    Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TomenoNaoki
    Bootleg Brulée
    Per a commenter, this creation involves adding "two shots to any white mocha, and add toffee nut [syrup] and caramel drizzle."

    Click here to see More Drinks from Starbucks Secret Menu

<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/SophieSchieli</div><div class="caption-title">Samoa Frappuccino</div>Commenter Heather W. suggested a summer-only favorite, the Samoa Frappuccio. "It's the mocha coconut Frappuccino with caramel drizzle. It's a dead ringer for the Girl Scout Cookie! We used to make it in our café all the time!" She also recommends some other seasonal drinks, "Other good seasonal beverages are the Pumpkin Spice Chai and the Gingerbread Chai. Coconut Chai is also really, really good." <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TerryJohnston</div><div class="caption-title">Thin Mint Frappuccino</div>Another drink that borrows its name and flavor from the Girl Scout Cookie repertoire is this creation, which, according to commenter Julie A. is made by blending the Tazo Green Tea Crème Frappuccino with chocolate syrup and java chips. According to her, it's "heaven in a cup." We imagine adding a pump of peppermint syrup wouldn't hurt the combination either. <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/AlexOslo</div><div class="caption-title">Snickers Frappuccino</div>"We do know a lot of these drinks and more," noted Annalise, a commenter and a self-described Starbucks barista. "Try a Snickers Frappuccino: Java Chip Frappuccino with two pumps of toffee nut and a caramel drizzle on top. It tastes just like a Snickers." <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/heykellieee</div><div class="caption-title">Banana Cream Pie Frappuccino</div>According to an anonymous The Daily Meal commenter, "At our store (licensed), my favorite drink is a Vanilla Bean [Creme Frappuccino] with vanilla [and] hazelnut [syrups], whipped cream, and a whole banana. But I am prepared to pay the $6 for a grande and I don't call it out or refer to it as a Banana Cream Pie, which is what it tastes like and the nickname it has acquired." <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/Helgas Lobster Stew</div><div class="caption-title">Apple Juice Orange Blossom</div>This combination of Tazo Orange Blossom Tea steeped in steamed apple juice (with no water), is what one anonymous The Daily Meal commenter calls "a perfect tasty tea alternative for us non-coffee drinkers." <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/GabrielaP93</div><div class="caption-title">The Grasshopper Frappuccino</div>Recommended by another The Daily Meal commenter who identified themselves as a barista, the Grasshopper Frappuccino consists of a Mocha Frappuccino blended with java chips and peppermint syrup. "It tastes like mint chip ice cream and is a personal favorite." <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/vmiramontes</div><div class="caption-title">The Dirty Hippy</div>Prefer your Dirty Chai Tea Latte with soy milk instead of regular milk? According to one barista commenter, that's called a Dirty Hippy. <br> <br> <b><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://www.thedailymeal.com/best-and-worst-drinks-sip-workout-0?utm_source=yahoo%2Bshine&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=starbucks%2Bsecret%2Bmenu%2B2012&RM_Exclude=Welcome" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Click here to see the Best and Worst Drinks to Sip Before a Workout;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Click here to see the Best and Worst Drinks to Sip Before a Workout</a></b> <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TerryJohnston</div><div class="caption-title">Marble Mocha Macchiato</div>Says an anonymous barista commenter, "The Marble Mocha Macchiato is a twist on the signature Caramel Macchiato. White mocha on the bottom with no whip, shot on the top and mocha drizzle." <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/kevinspencer</div><div class="caption-title">Cookies & Cream Frappuccino</div>Per a commenter, this is a White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino blended with java chips and a dash of peppermint syrup. <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/animaster</div><div class="caption-title">Cinnamon Roll Frappuccino</div>According commenter and Starbucks barista, Jonathan, this combination of Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino and cinnamon dolce syrup tastes just like the popular breakfast pastry. <br>
<div class="caption-credit"> Photo by: Credit: Flickr/TomenoNaoki</div><div class="caption-title">Bootleg Brulée</div>Per a commenter, this creation involves adding "two shots to any white mocha, and add toffee nut [syrup] and caramel drizzle." <br> <br> <b><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://www.thedailymeal.com/starbucks-secret-menu-ultimate-guide?utm_source=yahoo%2Bshine&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=starbucks%2Bsecret%2Bmenu%2B2012&RM_Exclude=Welcome" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Click here to see More Drinks from Starbucks Secret Menu;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Click here to see More Drinks from Starbucks Secret Menu</a></b> <br> <br>

Last August I had a revelatory experience. A good friend, and Starbucks non-enthusiast, had accompanied me to the local 'bucks to pick up a quick drink. I ordered my usual, reciting the string of descriptors with the greatest of ease. And she… well, she ordered something I had never heard of - an Iced Grande Dirty Chai.

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I was floored. How had she gotten this intel? And how had it evaded me for so long? And man was this drink good. Naturally, I began to wonder about the other off-the-menu items I had been missing out on, and how many there were. As it turned out, quite a lot. Green Eyes and Double-Dirty Chais, Zebra Mochas and Crunch Berry Frappuccinos - an entire "secret menu," revealed.

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When I shared what I'd learned shortly thereafter, it sparked a flood of comments from fans and haters, former employees and current Starbucks baristas alike. Most were in fervent agreement about one particular point: These drinks and their oh-so-clever names are not universal, so if you're planning on ordering one, you better know how to tell your barista to prepare it.

- Maryse Chevriere, The Daily Meal