Replace
Swap your dairy for soy, almond, or coconut milk, for a small, additional cost. Nowadays, it’s standard for stores to carry all the above.
Hold
Skip the whipped cream, java chips, protein powder (used in smoothies) and all the drizzles, with the exception of mocha, which is vegan.
Avoid
Because not all drinks can be finagled, totally shy away from the following concoctions:
- Anything with pumpkin spice.
- Anything with white mocha.
- Anything with caramel brûlée.
- Any “light” Frappuccino.
For food options try:
- Hippeas, which also happen to be organic and gluten free.
- Seasonal Harvest Fruit Blend, for under 100 calories.
- Roasted almonds or mixed nuts, for a quick snack.
- Plain and multigrain bagels, for breakfast.
- Some Kind products (check for honey), for a boost of energy.
In case you missed it (and as noted above) Starbuck’s Overnight Grains is not the coffeehouse giant’s first attempt to usher in more vegan business.
Last year, the company expanded their dairy-free options by introducing almond milk to nearly 5,000 stores. If the Overnight Grains end up taking off in the Big Apple, we anticipate we’ll see them in a city near us very soon.
For more information on Starbucks menu, click here.