A Starbucks customer has shared her ultimate method for getting a large iced coffee drink with caramel syrup and cold foam for just £1, and explained how others can replicate it. Coffee shops are a beloved high street destination, with chains like Starbucks operating roughly 40,000 locations globally. While their indulgent Frappuccinos and classic drinks are popular, costs can quickly add up compared to making coffee at home.
The Hack Revealed
Edinburgh-based Starbucks customer Holly Harrison revealed her ordering hack on Instagram. She explained that using the Starbucks app, customers can redeem 130 stars for a large iced Americano, then add caramel drizzle, oat milk, and brown sugar syrup—free for Gold members or £1 otherwise. Topping it off with vanilla cold foam costs an additional £1, making the total just £1 for Gold members.
How the Rewards Program Works
Starbucks stars are part of the chain's rewards program. Signing up free through the app earns 10 points per pound spent, redeemable for free drinks. Reaching 2,500 stars grants Gold membership, which includes free extras like espresso shots, syrups, and whipped cream.
Customer Reactions
Viewers praised the hack, with comments like "I've done this today and it cost me nothing" and "you're a GENIUS." Some non-Gold members reported paying £2.35, still a bargain compared to regular prices.
To recreate the drink, open the Starbucks app, redeem 130 stars for a large iced Americano, add caramel drizzle, oat milk, and brown sugar syrup, then add vanilla cold foam. Place the order through the app for a cost of just £1 for Gold members.
