Starbucks 101 - I need lessons on how to order!

[alaskayorkie]

Originally Posted by fasteddie

Here's some more lingo...

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Latte Lingo

"What will you have?"

Do these words at the espresso counter leave you a little speechless? Not sure how to order the coffee drink you're craving? Learn the espresso lingo here, and you'll be able to step right up and rattle off your order like the most seasoned espresso drinker.

Barista

That really nice person behind the Starbucks counter who knows the recipe for perfect espresso and can decode your order and deliver exactly what you want.

Shot

The standard one fluid ounce serving of espresso. Each well "pulled" shot is composed of three layers: the heart, the body and the crema - the top layer of caramel-colored foam that starts to dissipate seconds after the shot is poured.

Espresso (E-SPRE'-SO)

The concentrated coffee "essence" brewed from our own Espresso Roast beans. Espresso is served alone in a demitasse or used as the basis for one of our specialty beverages.

Espresso Con Pana (E-SPRE'-SO CONE PA'-NA)

A shot of espresso capped with a dollop of whipped cream.

Espresso Macchiato (E-SPRE'-SO MA-KEE-AH'-TOE)

A shot of espresso capped with a light lid of foamed milk.

Caff? Latte (KA-FAY' LA'-TAY)

A soothing beverage composed of three layers: a freshly drawn shot of espresso, milk steamed and poured to fill the cup and finally, a quarter-inch dollop of foamed milk to create a delicate first impression. A Latte Macchiato is made in a similar fashion to a Caff? Latte except the espresso is poured over the steamed milk, thus "marking" the milk.

Caff? Mocha (KA-FAY' MO'-KAH)

A classic combination of a freshly pulled espresso shot and highest quality chocolate blended with fresh steamed milk. Often topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a light sprinkling of cocoa powder.

Cappuccino (KA-PU-CHEE'-NO)

A typical Italian breakfast beverage using less steamed milk and more foamed milk than the Caff? Latte. Cappuccino can be ordered "dry" for an extra foamy cup or "wet" for a more milky drink.

Caff? Americano (KA-FAY' A-MER-I-CAH'-NO)

Our deep, rich espresso combined with hot water. The result is a cup of full-flavored coffee with the distinct taste of espresso.

Single

A one fluid ounce serving of straight espresso, served alone or with steamed milk in an espresso beverage. The standard for most short and tall espresso drinks.

Double

Two one fluid ounce servings of straight espresso. This is the standard for Grande and Venti beverages, but if you want your tall Caff? Latte doubly strong, you'd better ask.

Short

At Starbucks, an eight fluid ounce beverage, perfect for an after-dinner coffee.

Tall

At Starbucks, a 12 fluid ounce beverage. This is the most popular size.

Grande

At Starbucks, a 16 fluid ounce beverage. When you need an extra boost.

Non-fat

All the milk, hold the fat. Order a non-fat Caff? Latte if you want skim milk.

No foam

Don't like the way the frothed milk on your Caff? Latte tickles your nose? Order it "no foam," and you'll get only espresso and steamed milk.

Dry

More foam than milk. If you like your Cappuccino really light and airy, order it "dry."

Extra foam

Foam keeps your espresso drink hot, so if you're taking it to go, you might want to order "extra foam."

With room

Short for "I'd like to add cream to my Americano, so please leave me some room in my cup."

Whip

Short for "whipped cream." Want to save a few calories in your Caff? Mocha? Order it "no whip."

Vanilla, Hazelnut, Caramel, Almond

Add this to your order if you'd like a shot of flavor syrup added to your beverage.

http://www.starbucks.co.jp/en/latte_lingo.htm

You are indeed the king of information. Good post!

I'm afraid of them too. My wife taught me how to order one that I like, so I've stuck with it. I don't deviate at all: 16-ounce, skinny, sugar-free vanilla latte.

[Nikki+2]

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[Rae Rae]

I usually order the white choc. mocha in the winter, and in the summer I always get the mocha frappacuinos..can't go wrong w/ those!!!

[furby2000]

Originally Posted by chachi

Venti white chocolate mocha. Its yummy

that is my favorite!! Non-fat milk-no whip-extra shot! sounds complicated but this is the only one I know and love...

[psugorilladdr]

I LOVE a Grande Vanilla Bean!!!

But I'm no help! I only order this! My sister who is 14 has me hooked, thanks to my spoiled rotten brother who went to The University of Oklahoma (OU) and this is all he did with his buddies! He taught her well! haha

[Grayson's mom]

I love the White Choc Mocha!! OMG it is to die for!!! YUM

[lolabella]

Why do some of you guys get intimidated by the lingo? It just encourages them!
Even though I know the meaning of their terms (having grown up in coffee shops), I really dislike the aura of elitism Starbucks creates by using neologisms instead of ordinary words. Afterall, it's just a mundane coffee shop. What is wrong with the words small, medium, and large? Language is supposed to help one communicate efficiently with others, not hinder the process. Sometimes I order in plain English just because.

[chattiesmom]

Hey, can I please get a cup of coffee with crreamer and splenda?

They say sure, mam and dish it up every time.

[Katys mom]

I always go for a Grande White Chocolate Mocha, No whip. Winter or summer. I am training my Granddaughter. She gets a Tall Strawberry Frapachino (not sure of the spelling). Lots of whip!

[MeganS]

Grande Vanilla Bean frap with a shot of mocha and whip.

and when it's colder out just a Grande hot chocolate with whip and extra milk.


yum.

[ssmiles1980A]

I love there green tea Frap

[Dan & Corinne]

I knew I could count on you all to help me out! But I better print out the entire thread before I try it out!

[fasteddie]

Originally Posted by Dan & Corinne

I knew I could count on you all to help me out! But I better print out the entire thread before I try it out!

You might want to memorize it, it might be a little embarassing to whip out the Starbucks lingo cheat sheet out to order!

[Meg]

When it is in season I get the .... Non-Fat Pumpkin Spice Latte (YUM!)--

When that isn't available I am pretty boring and get a non-fat sugar free vanilla latte with extra vanilla syrup and no whip. Iced or Hot depending on the weather.

My DH gets... Venti non fat iced Carmel Macchiato , extra carmel, mixed.

My SIL just got a job at the Bucks, it is so fun having someone I know behind the counter, I should start having her make new things for me to try...


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