What is the Starbucks Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte?
The holidays are here at Starbucks, and so is the newest addition to its seasonal lineup. A new non-dairy option, the Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte, combines Blonde espresso with a sugar cookie syrup and almondmilk. But the fun is not over yet – it’s also topped with festive red and green sprinkles.
How is it?
Oh. My. Gosh. I had high hopes and this lived up to the expectations. Starbucks knocked it out of the park with the new sugar cookie syrup. I picked up notes of vanilla and sugar with a very subtle sweetness. The syrup pairs well with the almondmilk, making the latte smooth and creamy. It almost didn’t feel like a holiday beverage since I tend to associate those with a heavy dose of sweet. This is one that I could definitely drink all year long. (Starbucks, this is my plea for you to keep it on the menu. Please.)
Another positive to note: Between picking up my drink, a daycare drop off and settling in at the office, I (almond)milked this iced beverage for nearly three hours. And I’m happy to report that the flavor held up without it becoming too watery or diluted. Huge win!
Anything else you need to know?
I love the addition of the sprinkles, but they did sink to the bottom rather quickly. And because of that, there was a slight grittiness in the last few sips of my drink. Not a turnoff for me, just something for those who might not like texture!
I want to forewarn you, reader: As most seasonal beverages do, this came with a hefty price tag. A grande here in the Midwest cost me $5.25. Had I gotten a venti, it would have been $5.95. Worth it? Yes… but your budget might take a hit if you become addicted to this one like I have. (Sorry, husband!)
Conclusion:
Yes, yes, a million times yes. I loved this iced and am looking forward to the hot version as well. I’m so thrilled with this Starbucks release and urge anyone with even a slight desire to head to your nearest location and try this baby.
Purchased Price: $5.25
Size: Grande
Rating: 9 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: 150 calories, 3.5 grams of total fat, 0 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, 0 milligrams of cholesterol, 115 milligrams of sodium, 29 grams of total carbohydrates, 1 grams of dietary fiber, 25 grams of total sugars, 2 grams of protein and 170 milligrams of caffeine.
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So I had this on launch day last Thursday. And. I agree with the reviewer. Yes yes yes 100 times. Yes on the price tag ? but mmmmmm this was good.
I am so glad I had the chance to have this on launch day. Because, like most Starbucks stores these days , they are now having supply issues.
I tried to get another one the next day and they were all out. I asked a manager they said they were out of the sugar cookie syrup the first day and aren’t getting more for another WEEK
grab one while you can and while it lasts.
The barista at my location recommended I go with oatmilk instead of almondmilk because it brings out the cookie flavor. She was right. It was FABULOUS
Oatmilk is always my preffered non-dairy milk for any coffee!
it looks like sewage water. almond milk isn’t creamy enough
What? lol. It looks just like any other iced coffee…
Mine is so incredibly bland I was trying to decide if this was its normal state or they forgot the syrups.