11 Starbucks hacks that will save you time and money
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- A trip to Starbucks can be expensive, but these little-known hacks might save you money and time wasted in line.
- To avoid the stress that comes with waiting in line at Starbucks, download their mobile app and order ahead of time.
- Consider bringing in your own travel mug to save money and the environment.
Are you in a love/hate relationship with Starbucks? You love the drinks, but hate how much money you spend, not to mention all the time wasted in line? We feel you. These Starbucks ordering hacks, compiled from our own interviews of previous employees plus Starbucks fanatics on Quora, Reddit, and other websites, will save you minutes and many dollars over a lifetime.
DIY iced coffee
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"Order a hot coffee and a cup of ice. Pour the coffee in the cup and viola… you’ve got iced coffee! While this tactic dilutes your drink, it still saves you nearly 55 cents when you purchase a grande (savings vary per state)." — Gift Card Granny
Skip the ice entirely
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"If you really want the most drink for your buck, get your iced drink without ice or 'light ice.'" — Sean Cody, former Starbucks Barista
Order the same Frappuccino flavor as the person in front of you
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"If you’re in line behind a group of teenagers, chances are, they’re all ordering Frappuccinos, which take an annoyingly long amount of time to craft. Want to decrease your wait? Order the same Frappuccino [flavor] as them…" — Josh Whittington via Quora
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