Imagine this, you’ve had a bad day and there’s only one thing to fix it. The question is, do you stay miserable or spend $7 and enjoy the rest of your day in magical bliss? Obviously, the best solution is to spend the $7 (if doable). So, what is this mythical creation?  

It’s a Venti Iced Chai Latte with sweet vanilla cold foam from Starbucks. I think this is the best drink ever and here’s why. First off, there’s the star of the show; the chai. It’s a milky take on the classic Indian spiced tea, which adds a nice bold, yet smooth taste. The creamer mixed in adds a sweetness to the spicy-sweet vibe. The ice makes the drink incredibly refreshing, and if you get lucky, the barista won’t add too much.  

Now, this alone is enough to make my day better and wash away my tears. But, if I’m feeling expensive (aka when I get my allowance), I get vanilla cream cold foam. This adds another level to the chai by creating a floating layer of foam on top that acts as a cushion to the drink.  

When you take a sip of the whole thing together, you first taste the vanilla cold foam. Then the chai adds some spice, like a party on your tongue. I’m sure many people agree with me on this, so I decided to ask some of my friends and family if they share this view or have another drink that they feel the same way about. When I asked my friend Adelyn about her feelings, she said “I’d say it’s pretty good but not my favorite. … 9/10 but not 10/10. A Strawberry Acai or London Fog is better.”  

After hearing Adelyn’s opinion, I decided to ask my dad about it. When asked, he said “No. There’s a million other things that are better. Anything with coffee is better.”  

Whether you’re an infrequent Starbucks go-er or a dedicated fan, I hope you take my thoughts into account. Who knows, maybe now you’ll have your own go-to order!