FAST FOOD NEWS: Starbucks Toasted Coconut Cold Brew

Toasted Coconut Cold Brew

Starbucks’ newest beverage was inspired by jalao, a coconut and honey treat from the Dominican Republic.

The Toasted Coconut Cold Brew combines Starbucks’ Nariño 70 Cold Brew with toasted coconut syrup, and then it’s topped with a splash of coconutmilk.

It’s available for a limited time at participating Starbucks in the U.S. and Canada.

A Grande has 50 calories, 0.5 grams of fat, 0.5 grams of saturated fat, 0 milligrams of cholesterol, 25 milligrams of sodium, 11 grams of carbohydrates, 11 grams of sugar, 0 grams of protein, and 185 milligrams of caffeine.

If you’ve tried it, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Image via Starbucks)

SPOTTED ON SHELVES: Pepperidge Farm Thin & Crispy Farmhouse Cookies

Pepperidge Farm Thin  Crispy Farmhouse Cookies

Back in my day, cookies were fat and soft, and only four could fit in a package. And we liked it. (Spotted by Amanda Y at Walmart.)

If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you’ve tried the product, share your thoughts about it in the comments.

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES – 4/5/2017

Here are some interesting new and limited edition products found on store shelves by us and your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Velveeta Ham  Cheese Stuffed Grilled Cheese

Velveeta Ham & Cheese Stuffed Grilled Cheese

I don’t want to brag, but I think my positive review of the original Velveeta Stuffed Grilled Cheese made this happen. So send all hate mail to me. (Spotted by Blaire at Walmart.)

Sir Bananas Monkey Mates

Sir Bananas Monkey Mates

Damn right! That chocolate better be aseptic! I have no idea what “aseptic” means. (Spotted by Robbie at H-E-B.)

Perry s Ice Cream Cool Mint Ice Cream Sandwiches

Perry’s Ice Cream Cool Mint Ice Cream Sandwiches

Perry s Ice Cream Sweet Cream Ice Cream Sandwiches

Perry’s Ice Cream Sweet Cream Ice Cream Sandwiches

I know Oreo used to call their mint cookies “Cool Mint,” but I can’t help but think it’s a more appropriate name for a toothpaste flavor. (Spotted by Ron G at The Hub.)

Hill Country Fare Sweet Treats  Toffee Bars and Strawberry Shortcake Bars

Hill Country Fare Sweet Treats (Toffee Bars and Strawberry Shortcake Bars)

Those look pretty good for a low tier store brand. (Spotted by Robbie at H-E-B.)

Starbucks Limited Edition Salted Caramel Mocha Iced Espresso Classics

Starbucks Limited Edition Salted Caramel Mocha Iced Espresso Classics

(Spotted by Blaire at Walmart.)

Ball Park Tailgaters Crustini Buns

Ball Park Tailgaters Crustini Buns

Ball Park Tailgaters Sesame Buns

Ball Park Tailgaters Sesame Buns

I don’t think I’ve ever heard the word “crustini” at a tailgate. (Spotted by Robbie at Sam’s Club.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

FAST FOOD NEWS: Jack in the Box Guacamole & Bacon Chicken Sandwich and Cinnabon Iced CinnaCoffee

Jack in the Box Guacamole  Bacon Chicken Sandwich

Jack in the Box’s newest menu item is the Guacamole & Bacon Chicken Sandwich.

Mmmm. Fast food burger chain guacamole.

The sandwich features homestyle crispy all white meat chicken, pepper jack cheese, hickory smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and guacamole on a Gourmet Signature Bun.

The chicken sandwich has 750 calories, 41 grams of fat, 10 grams of saturated fat, 0.5 grams of trans fat, 77 milligrams of cholesterol, 1855 milligrams of sodium, 63 grams of carbohydrates, 6 grams of fiber, 12 grams of sugar, and 35 grams of protein.

Jack in the Box Cinnabon Iced Cinna Coffee

The fast food chain is also offering Cinnabon Iced CinnaCoffee. It’s iced coffee swirled with Cinnabon cinnamon roll flavor. A regular serving has 226 calories 9 grams of fat, 6 grams of saturated fat, 24 milligrams of cholesterol, 88 milligrams of sodium, 33 grams of carbohydrates, 29 grams of sugar, and 3 grams of protein.

If you’ve tried either one, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Images via Jack in the Box’s website.)

SPOTTED ON SHELVES: Mtn Dew Spiked Lemonades

Mtn Dew Spiked Lemonades

Mtn Dew continues to produce non-alcoholic beverages with alcoholic-sounding names. What’s next? Margadewita? (Spotted by Eric at Meijer.)

If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you’ve tried the product, share your thoughts about it in the comments.

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

Scroll to Top