SPOTTED: Baskin-Robbins Stranger Things Ice Cream

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Baskin Robbins Stranger Things U S S Butterscotch Ice Cream
Baskin-Robbins Stranger Things U.S.S. Butterscotch Ice Cream
Baskin Robbins Stranger Things Praline Portal Ice Cream
Baskin-Robbins Stranger Things Praline Portal Ice Cream
Baskin Robbins Stranger Things Mind Flayer Mint Ice Cream
Baskin-Robbins Stranger Things Mind Flayer Mint Ice Cream
Baskin Robbins Stranger Things Shadow Sherbet Ice Cream
Baskin-Robbins Stranger Things Shadow Sherbet Ice Cream

U.S.S. Butterscotch is the only new flavor here. It’s also Baskin-Robbins’ Flavor of the Month for July 2019. The others are BR’s usual Pralines ‘n Cream, Mint Chocolate Chip, and Rainbow Sherbet in special Stranger Things packaging. (Spotted by Robbie at Target.)

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REVIEW: Starbucks Iced Cocoa Cloud Macchiato

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Starbucks Iced Cocoa Cloud Macchiato

What is the Starbucks Iced Cocoa Cloud Macchiato?

The newest of Starbucks’ cloud beverages (the “cloud” comes from the foam layer on top of the macchiato that contains egg whites for fluffiness), the Iced Cocoa Cloud Macchiato has espresso, milk and toffee nut syrup. It’s completed with both caramel and a mocha drizzle on top.

How is it?

I liked this drink, but I wouldn’t say I loved it. I’m a fan of the regular macchiatos, but I think the cloud foam on this one threw me off a bit. The amount of foam was pretty significant (I’d say more than the cold foam drinks, which I do really enjoy), so it made sipping it a challenge to balance the foam and the coffee portion. Slow and steady sips won the race. I thought the egg white powder would be weird, but I couldn’t taste it at all.

Starbucks Iced Cocoa Cloud Macchiato 2

What I did like was the marrying of the cocoa and caramel flavors. Coupled with the toffee nut syrup, there was a nice nutty flavor with a hint of chocolate. The coffee portion was my ideal coffee color – not too light and not too dark. I also enjoyed that it was not overly sweet, and was very light. It would make a good afternoon pick-me-up.

Is there anything else you need to know?

Much like the standard Starbucks macchiatos, be sure to let the foam layer and the espresso layer blend naturally in with the milk. I’m pretty sure mixing it is considered a coffee sin.

Conclusion:

I’ll order this again because I enjoyed the taste, but it won’t become a regular order. If you’re in need of something cool and refreshing on a hot summer day, definitely give it a go.

Purchased Price: $4.45
Size: Tall
Purchased at: Starbucks
Rating: 7 out of 10
Nutrition Facts:: (Tall) 220 calories, 6 grams of total fat, 4 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, 20 milligrams of cholesterol, 190 milligrams of sodium, 32 grams of total carbohydrates, 0 grams of dietary fiber, 29 grams of total sugars, and 9 grams of protein.

SPOTTED – 7/1/2019

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

Naked Meats Mesquite Smoked Uncured Ham
Naked Meats Mesquite Smoked Uncured Ham
Naked Meats Wildflower Honey Uncured Ham
Naked Meats Wildflower Honey Uncured Ham
Naked Meats Oven Roasted Turkey
Naked Meats Oven Roasted Turkey
Naked Meats Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken
Naked Meats Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken

(Spotted by Robbie at H-E-B.)

Planters Nut rition Heart Health Power Squares
Planters Nut-rition Heart Health Power Squares
Planters Nut rition Fiber Mix
Planters Nut-rition Fiber Mix

(Spotted by Sarah R at Target.)

Jordan s Skinny Syrups Cookie Dough
Jordan’s Skinny Syrups Cookie Dough
Jordan s Skinny Syrups Caramel Fudge Waffle Cone
Jordan’s Skinny Syrups Caramel Fudge Waffle Cone
Jordan s Skinny Syrups Flavor Infusion Lemon Elderflower and Strawberry Rose
Jordan’s Skinny Syrups Flavor Infusion Lemon Elderflower and Strawberry Rose

(Spotted by Sylvia at Homegoods.)

Kraft Macaroni Cheese Dinner with White Bean Pasta
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner with White Bean Pasta

(Spotted by Andrea D at Giant.)

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SPOTTED (STORE BRANDS EDITION) – 6/29/2019

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

Sprouts Paleo Certified Grain Freee Seeds Nuts Honey Chocolate Granola
Sprouts Paleo Certified & Grain Free Seeds, Nuts & Honey Chocolate Granola
Sprouts Organic Gluten Free Cinnamon Berry Muesli
Sprouts Organic & Gluten Free Cinnamon Berry Muesli
Sprouts Paleo Certified Grain Freee Seeds Nuts Honey Granola
Sprouts Paleo Certified & Grain Freee Seeds, Nuts & Honey Granola
Sprouts Organic Gluten Free Seed Fruit Muesli
Sprouts Organic & Gluten Free Seed & Fruit Muesli

(Spotted by Sarah R at Sprouts.)

H E B Snack Size Granola Mixed Nuts Chocolate and Classic
H-E-B Snack Size Granola (Mixed Nuts, Chocolate, and Classic)

(Spotted by Robbie at H-E-B.)

Signature Reserve Olive Tapenade
Signature Reserve Olive Tapenade
Signature Reserve Caponata Eggplant Appetizer
Signature Reserve Caponata Eggplant Appetizer
Signature Reserve Three Varietal Marinated Mushrooms
Signature Reserve Three Varietal Marinated Mushrooms
Signature Reserve Red Pepper Bruschetta Topping
Signature Reserve Red Pepper Bruschetta Topping
Signature Reserve Grilled Sweet Peppers in Oil
Signature Reserve Grilled Sweet Peppers in Oil
Signature Reserve Pomodoro Bruschetta Topping
Signature Reserve Pomodoro Bruschetta Topping

(Spotted by Rachel J at Safeway.)

Giant Eagle Non Stick Cooking Sprays Olive Oil and Vegetable Oil
Giant Eagle Non-Stick Cooking Sprays (Olive Oil and Vegetable Oil)

(Spotted by Bob K at Giant Eagle.)

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FAST FOOD NEWS: Starbucks Teavana Iced Tea Lemonades

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Starbucks Teavana Flavored Iced Tea Lemonades

Starbucks has added three Teavana Iced Tea Lemonades to its menu to help you cool down during those days when the mercury reaches temperatures that bring droplets of sweat to your brow or makes you feel you need a shower the instant you step outside. There are three flavors that will attempt to combat the heat for you:

Teavana Peach Green Tea Lemonade (left): A combination of Teavana Green Iced Tea made with a combination of a peach-flavored fruit juice blend and lemonade, which is then sweetened with liquid cane sugar and hand-shaken with ice. A Grande has 130 calories, 0 grams of fat, 20 milligrams of sodium, 31 grams of carbohydrates, 29 grams of sugar, 0 grams of protein, and 25-30 milligrams of caffeine.

Teavana Guava White Tea Lemonade (right): Teavana White Iced Tea made with a combination of a guava-flavored fruit juice blend and lemonade that’s sweetened with liquid cane sugar and hand-shaken with ice. A Grande has 130 calories, 0 grams of fat, 20 milligrams of sodium, 33 grams of carbohydrates, 29 grams of sugar, 0 grams of protein, and 25-30 milligrams of caffeine.

Teavana Blueberry Black Tea Lemonade (center): Teavana Black Iced Tea with a blueberry-flavored fruit juice blend and lemonade that’s sweetened with liquid cane sugar and hand-shaken with ice. A Grande has 120 calories, 0 grams of fat, 15 milligrams of sodium, 30 grams of carbohydrates, 27 grams of sugar, 0 grams of protein, and 25-30 milligrams of caffeine.

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

(Image via Starbucks.)

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