As summer approaches, many Starbucks regulars turn to the classic Frappuccino.
These icy drinks — invented by a small coffee company in Boston which Starbucks purchased — have been a cornerstone of the coffee giant's menu since 1995.
The company frequently released seasonal flavors, often to mixed reviews; chocolate "clusters" and flavored drizzles can often complicate drinks.
But the core flavors remain year round, so we at Business Insider have decided to review them to see which are worth the long lines and possibly misspelled names.
And while everyone has their personal taste and preference, some flavors really take the cake — while others don't.
Here's a definitive ranking of the chain's classic and iconic flavors.
7. Caramel
The caramel frappuccino is an extremely— nay, outrageously — sugary drink. Somehow the coffee stands out in spite of this — yet still, it's rather... much.
Should someone order this every day? To each his or her own, but we wouldn't recommend it. I was afraid to look at the nutritional information, as there's bound to be more sugar than anyone should see in one beverage. I couldn't finish even one — it makes one fear for their dental health and blood sugar levels.
6. Java Chip
"Java" implies the presence of coffee, yes? While it could very well just be a one-off mixing issue, this particular one tastes like a clone of the mocha frappuccino, save for one irritating difference: little chocolate chip chunks are spread throughout. While that may sound appetizing to some, it comes off as a strange and gritty texture .
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