Starbucks 101 - I need lessons on how to order! - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Dan & Corinne · 03-11-2007, 01:29 PM

Ok, I hate ordering at Starbucks cuz I don't understand what's what. So I stick to 2 orders only so I don't sound like an idot....

Grande Vanilla Latte with an extra shot or Vente Iced Coffee with Classic.
My sister is a Starbucks Validictorian and orders really complicated sounding orders.

I want to try other options but I don't know how or what would like.

Please list your favorites!

lolabella · 03-11-2007, 01:43 PM

I really like Chai with skim milk, hot or iced. Yum...

chattiesmom · 03-11-2007, 02:00 PM

Corinne, I'm sorry I can't help. I just love Love LOVE their plain coffee. So I just go in and order a large or if I'm feeling particularly sassy, I'll order a Grande.

WV~Yorkies · 03-11-2007, 02:12 PM

I wish I could order too. That place scares me. I want to order something sugar free but don't know what is what.

Gracie2006 · 03-11-2007, 02:55 PM

I usually order a Grande latte with soy or rice milk (I can't handle lactose) for winter and the same iced for summer. I do love the light frapuccinno in the summer. And I live in the home of Starbucks! I think you will find that after a while, the novelty wears off and people just order the same old, and usually simple thing. Those fancy coffee drinks are often loaded with sugar and fat.

marcerella02 · 03-11-2007, 02:57 PM

OMG thank god there is someone else who is intimidated to go in there! i hear people ordering so many complicated things.. i just get a grande (because i don't know how to pronouce the venti) green tea bag in.. how boring!! i love their iced drinks but i never know what to say.. and they ask so many questions! lol... great post!

bren · 03-11-2007, 03:00 PM

I order a grande (or Venti) skim, no whip, white mocha OR a grande (or venti) skim toffee nut latte

There are so many others that I like but too many to list here so I just listed the ones that I ordered recently

Dan & Corinne · 03-11-2007, 03:14 PM

Yippy! I'm not the only one that don't know how to order!!!

The toffee nut sound yummy - I'm going to print it out and order it verbatium!

Safire · 03-11-2007, 03:53 PM

I don't really know the complicated lingo stuff, but my favorite order is a:

Grande Non-Fat Tazo Chai

In plain language, that's a medium black tea latte (chai is an indian tea that tastes kinda like cinnamon and nutmeg - yum!) made with skim milk.

I love it but I only get it as a special *treat* because it's about $4. Too pricey for a regular vice.

chachi · 03-11-2007, 03:55 PM

Venti white chocolate mocha. Its yummy

Dan & Corinne · 03-11-2007, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chachi

Venti white chocolate mocha. Its yummy

White chocolate???? I didn't know they had that!

chachi · 03-11-2007, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan & Corinne

White chocolate???? I didn't know they had that!

Oh you gotta try it it is so good!

fasteddie · 03-11-2007, 04:08 PM

You could just basically say anything and they SHOULD make it for you... I remember reading this a little while back...

---
Starbucks: Starbucks will make you absolutely anything you want no matter how insane it is, according to our tipster.

"Baristas might try and tell their customers that no, we can't do that with the blenders. This is a lie. Starbucks corporate policy is that the customer is ALWAYS right (even when the request is stupid). If you really insist that you want your iced soy latte blended, the baristas HAVE to do it. If they continue to refuse, ask to speak to a manager and either they'll realize they're about to get in trouble and will fill your request, or the manager will come out and politely tell the barista to make the customer happy. Absolutely any concoction that you can think of (involving any type of milk, syrup, coffee, etc.) will be made for you. The limits to Starbucks "secret menu" are merely the limits of your imagination. You can even bring supplements from home and ask the barista to please include that in your drink."

http://www.blogowogo.com/blog_articl...id=598263&t=12

fasteddie · 03-11-2007, 04:09 PM

Here's some more lingo...

Product Information

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

yorkiegirl83 · 03-12-2007, 01:44 AM

My old roomie was a manager at Starbucks and I "thought" I knew the lingo till I saw him work shouting out his orders!!

I used to work as a barista at a non brand name coffee bar, and was pretty good w/our names

From Starbucks I like

Skinny mocha latte, extra shot of expresso, hold the whip
Skinny vanilla lattee
Grande Cappucino, extra foam, 3 shots of espresso, shot of toffee

=)

03-11-2007, 01:29 PM	#1
Dan & Corinne Inactive Account Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 4,387	Starbucks 101 - I need lessons on how to order! Ok, I hate ordering at Starbucks cuz I don't understand what's what. So I stick to 2 orders only so I don't sound like an idot.... Grande Vanilla Latte with an extra shot or Vente Iced Coffee with Classic. My sister is a Starbucks Validictorian and orders really complicated sounding orders. I want to try other options but I don't know how or what would like. Please list your favorites! __________________ Jazzie Jolie Jen & I'm Corinne Loving Memory of Jewel 4/28/2003~4/18/2006

03-11-2007, 01:43 PM	#2
lolabella Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: . Posts: 493	I really like Chai with skim milk, hot or iced. Yum... __________________

03-11-2007, 02:00 PM	#3
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	Corinne, I'm sorry I can't help. I just love Love LOVE their plain coffee. So I just go in and order a large or if I'm feeling particularly sassy, I'll order a Grande. __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

03-11-2007, 02:12 PM	#4
WV~Yorkies Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: WV Posts: 3,605 Blog Entries: 2	I wish I could order too. That place scares me. I want to order something sugar free but don't know what is what. __________________ Melissa Wvyorkies

03-11-2007, 02:55 PM	#5
Gracie2006 Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sequim, Wa Posts: 4,541	I usually order a Grande latte with soy or rice milk (I can't handle lactose) for winter and the same iced for summer. I do love the light frapuccinno in the summer. And I live in the home of Starbucks! I think you will find that after a while, the novelty wears off and people just order the same old, and usually simple thing. Those fancy coffee drinks are often loaded with sugar and fat. __________________ Gracie loves Bailey. Holly loves Tucker. Proud member of the YT Gracie Girls.

03-11-2007, 02:57 PM	#6
marcerella02 Loved by Layla Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 11,257	OMG thank god there is someone else who is intimidated to go in there! i hear people ordering so many complicated things.. i just get a grande (because i don't know how to pronouce the venti) green tea bag in.. how boring!! i love their iced drinks but i never know what to say.. and they ask so many questions! lol... great post! __________________ http://misscanam.blogspot.com/ Layla 's Simon

03-11-2007, 03:00 PM	#7
bren Slave to Max 'n Abbie Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 1,529	I order a grande (or Venti) skim, no whip, white mocha OR a grande (or venti) skim toffee nut latte There are so many others that I like but too many to list here so I just listed the ones that I ordered recently __________________ Brenda, Max & Abbie

03-11-2007, 03:14 PM	#8
Dan & Corinne Inactive Account Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 4,387	Yippy! I'm not the only one that don't know how to order!!! The toffee nut sound yummy - I'm going to print it out and order it verbatium! __________________ Jazzie Jolie Jen & I'm Corinne Loving Memory of Jewel 4/28/2003~4/18/2006

03-11-2007, 03:53 PM	#9
Safire Addicted to Tetley Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 964	I don't really know the complicated lingo stuff, but my favorite order is a: Grande Non-Fat Tazo Chai In plain language, that's a medium black tea latte (chai is an indian tea that tastes kinda like cinnamon and nutmeg - yum!) made with skim milk. I love it but I only get it as a special treat because it's about $4. Too pricey for a regular vice. __________________ Safire Tetley See me on Dogster: http://www.dogster.com/?452576

03-11-2007, 03:55 PM	#10
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	Venti white chocolate mocha. Its yummy __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

03-11-2007, 04:08 PM	#13
fasteddie *YT 6000 Club Member* Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 6,238	You could just basically say anything and they SHOULD make it for you... I remember reading this a little while back... --- Starbucks: Starbucks will make you absolutely anything you want no matter how insane it is, according to our tipster. "Baristas might try and tell their customers that no, we can't do that with the blenders. This is a lie. Starbucks corporate policy is that the customer is ALWAYS right (even when the request is stupid). If you really insist that you want your iced soy latte blended, the baristas HAVE to do it. If they continue to refuse, ask to speak to a manager and either they'll realize they're about to get in trouble and will fill your request, or the manager will come out and politely tell the barista to make the customer happy. Absolutely any concoction that you can think of (involving any type of milk, syrup, coffee, etc.) will be made for you. The limits to Starbucks "secret menu" are merely the limits of your imagination. You can even bring supplements from home and ask the barista to please include that in your drink." http://www.blogowogo.com/blog_articl...id=598263&t=12 __________________ YODA & WINKY R ::: RIP Winky ::: RIP Yoda!

03-11-2007, 04:09 PM	#14
fasteddie *YT 6000 Club Member* Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 6,238	Here's some more lingo... Product Information 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 __________________ YODA & WINKY R ::: RIP Winky ::: RIP Yoda!

03-12-2007, 01:44 AM	#15
yorkiegirl83 Love My Furbabies! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: somewhere Posts: 4,427	My old roomie was a manager at Starbucks and I "thought" I knew the lingo till I saw him work shouting out his orders!! I used to work as a barista at a non brand name coffee bar, and was pretty good w/our names From Starbucks I like Skinny mocha latte, extra shot of expresso, hold the whip Skinny vanilla lattee Grande Cappucino, extra foam, 3 shots of espresso, shot of toffee =)