Starbucks
Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso

Roaster Location: Seattle, Washington

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  Theo Chan, Managing Editor

  1265 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28

  4.00 - Average

  The Starbucks Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso, sampled at Boston Logan Airport, aims to capture the essence of fall in a single cup. With its attempt to mirror the flavors of a classic apple crumblecinnamon, brown sugar, oats, and butterthe beverage offers a comforting blend of seasonal tastes.
  
  I ordered mine half sweet. In a half-sweet version, the apple notes are subtle but discernible, largely overshadowed by a dominant crumble-esque taste. The oat milk adds a creamy texture that effectively stands in for the traditional butter element in an apple crumble.
  
  However, the drink does come with a minor drawback: the lack of full integration of its coffee component. The preparation seems to involve shaking the espresso over ice separately before adding oat milk and flavoring, resulting in a layered effect. This requires the consumer to do some additional stirring or undertake 'risky shaking' to achieve a fully integrated flavor profile.
  
  Nutritional considerations are moderate, with the standard offering at 180 calories. Opting for the half-sweet version, as we did, likely reduces the calorie count slightly, making it a somewhat guilt-free indulgence.
  
  In conclusion, the Starbucks Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso is a delightful treat with no major downsides. It does a commendable job of capturing the flavors of the season but leaves room for improvement in terms of coffee integration. A small adjustment in the preparation could elevate this seasonal offering from a pleasurable experience to an autumnal must-have.

  Cupping Method:Half sweet, at Boston Logan Airport, Terminal C Starbucks

  

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