Saving money at Starbucks can make your coffee habit much more budget-friendly. Here are ten tips to help you cut costs while enjoying your favorite Starbucks drinks:

Use the Starbucks Rewards Program
Sign up for Starbucks Rewards to earn points (Stars) on every purchase, which you can redeem for free drinks, food, and even customizations. You’ll also get a free drink on your birthday! The points add up fast.

Order Brewed Coffee or an Americano
Brewed coffee and Americanos (espresso shots with hot water) are among the least expensive items on the menu. If you want it iced, just ask for a cup of ice on the side to avoid additional costs.

Bring Your Own Cup
Starbucks offers a small discount if you bring your reusable cup. Plus, it’s an eco-friendly option.

Skip the Venti – Go with a Grande in a Venti Cup
Ask for a Grande in a Venti cup if you want some extra room to add milk or ice without paying more for a larger size.

Order Simple Syrup Separately
Some drinks include syrups that cost extra. Try ordering a less expensive drink, like iced coffee, and adding flavored syrups separately. You can also ask for extra pumps of syrup to customize it for free.

Split a Drink with a Friend
Order a Venti or Trenta size and split it with a friend. This can make drinks like iced teas and cold brews, which come in large sizes, more affordable.

Try the Starbucks Secret Menu
Check out cheaper drink options on the “secret menu” by customizing basics like iced coffee with syrups and toppings. There are plenty of creative recipes online!

Get Light Ice or No Ice
If you prefer your drinks cold, ask for light ice or no ice. This fills up more of your cup with the drink itself and can make it last longer.

Join Happy Hour for Discounts
Starbucks hosts Happy Hours with BOGO deals on Thursdays, usually from 2-7 p.m. Be sure to check their app for dates and details to score discounted drinks.

Order a Tall in a Grande Cup for Extra Milk
This trick is handy if you like adding milk. Ordering a Tall in a Grande cup leaves extra room, so you can add milk without changing the taste too much while saving on the larger size.

Each of these tips can add up over time, making your Starbucks habit far less costly!

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