I tried Starbucks’ green and pink ‘Wicked’-themed drinks. I can’t stop thinking about the one without coffee.
October 31, 20240
The green foam wasn’t a great color.
Jamie Davis Smith
Elphaba’s cold brew, which features peppermint-flavored syrup, nondairy matcha cold foam, and green sprinkles, is inspired by the “bad” witch.
A fine green mist appeared over the blender as the barista made my drink.
I love coffee and was excited to take my first sip. However, the green foam on top was a bit unappetizing, and the green sprinkles looked more like black flecks.
When I mixed it with my straw, the coffee turned completely green. This didn’t make the drink more appealing to me, but I appreciated that it was on brand for Elphaba.
It tasted better than it looked.
I couldn’t have something this strong every morning.
Jamie Davis Smith
Elphaba’s cold brew isn’t the best thing I’ve ever had at Starbucks, but it’s a tasty choice for those who like strong coffee and peppermint.
I would never choose it as my morning coffee, but it’s a nice treat for an afternoon pick-me-up. I also think the peppermint makes it feel a little festive as we head into the holiday season.
If I order this again, I’ll probably ask for extra coconut milk to dilute the coffee a little more.
Glinda’s Pink Potion was much prettier.
The pink limited-time drink was delicious.
Jamie Davis Smith
I occasionally order Starbucks’ Pink Drink, a strawberry-acai Refresher with coconut milk, and I expected this to be very similar.
It was just as refreshing, but the strawberry cold foam and sprinkles made it sweeter.
I ordered a grande, but after this first sip, I wish I’d gone for a larger size. It was delicious.
The non-coffee drink took me by surprise.
I can’t wait to order the Glinda drink again.
Jamie Davis Smith
Even though I usually prefer coffee-based drinks, between the two “Wicked” offerings, Glinda’s Pink Potion was the clear winner.
I liked it so much that I asked the barista if and how I’d be able to order it once the promotion ended.
Luckily, both drinks use ingredients that Starbucks keeps on hand for other menu items. I should be able to customize a mango-dragonfruit Refresher with coconut milk and strawberry cold foam for a similar product in the future.
