Starbucks Changes Iced Coffee Recipe After 18 Years: Here’s What Fans Are Saying

Are you a coffee lover who can’t start your day without a cup of your favorite brew? Well, if you’re a fan of Starbucks, you might have noticed a change in their iced coffee recipe recently. The Seattle-based coffee giant has finally confirmed that they have changed their iced coffee blend for the first time in 18 years, and the reactions from customers have been mixed.

According to a report from Today, Starbucks rolled out a new blend of iced coffee on May 7. The new blend is a mix of “sun-dried and washed” Latin American coffee beans that promises an “approachable and refreshing” taste with notes of malted milk chocolate and brown sugar sweetness. Sounds delicious, right?

However, not all customers are impressed with the new recipe. In fact, some have taken to social media to express their disappointment. One Reddit user wrote, “I’ve gone to three different stores now, and each time my drink has tasted…burnt? Like the roast is way darker than it used to be.” Others have described the new blend as “gross” and lacking the chocolaty depth that they loved in the old recipe.

On the other hand, some customers are loving the change. One person commented on a Starbucks Instagram post, saying, “Not me being most excited about the iced coffee coming without sweetener.” It seems like the new recipe is a hit or miss depending on your taste preferences.

So, have you noticed a difference in Starbucks’ iced coffee? Whether you’re a fan of the new blend or prefer the old recipe, one thing is for sure: coffee lovers everywhere will always have something to talk about when it comes to their favorite brew.