STARBUCKS has kept a Covid change in shops, affecting fans who prefer to be hands-on with drink customizations.
In the early stages of the pandemic in 2020, many retailers including Starbucks shut down dining areas.
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That meant that the chain’s condiment bar was closed as well.
But unfortunately for fans, it hasn’t opened back and there aren’t any plans to do so, reports TheStreet.
The condiment bar allowed customers to make multiple customizations to their drinks and was open to everyone.
This included adding milk and sweeteners – which served well for customers who weren’t fully satisfied with the initial taste of their beverages.
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But the condiment bar appears now to be a thing of the past.
Instead, customers will have to keep asking for extra ingredients when they order their drinks.
"As part of our safety protocol in 2020, we removed self-serve carafes and toppings from the condiment bar, and they are now kept behind the bar," Starbucks told The U.S. Sun.
It added, "Customers can order a splash of complimentary creamer, milk, and toppings for their beverage when ordering in-store or through the Starbucks app."
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FAN REACTIONS
Fans aren’t happy about the long-lasting change, with some taking their frustrations out on social media.
One said: “I’d like to be able to get milk or cream from the condiment bar at Starbucks or Nero and not make a special request with my order.
"They don’t even have sugar packets out at my local Starbucks anymore. Total bullsh**t.”
A customer demanded in a tweet directed at Starbucks: “Bring back the condiment bar. The pandemic is long over and we want to put in our own cream and sugar.”
And in response to another eager customer, Starbucks said that is continuing to “keep straws, sugars and milk carafes behind the bar.”
Claiming further that it was "working closely with local health authorities, taking actions with the health of partners and customers top of mind,” the company said last March.
But for others, the closure of the bar is a blessing.
“Starbucks is gross unfortunately. I would never recommend anyone drink milk from the condiment bar lol,” a Twitter user said.
OTHER STARBUCKS CHANGES
The refusal to reopen the bar isn’t the only thing that is bad news for Starbucks fans.
The coffee chain is expanding its partnership with DoorDash, which will make the delivery service available in all 50 states by March.
However, if customers order through DoorDash they will not be eligible for any rewards points.
Speaking of bad news for rewards members, they will have to spend more to earn free coffee and baked goods.
The move will take effect starting February 13.
Meanwhile, Starbucks has brought back fan favorites, which include the Pistachio Latte and the Red Velvet Loaf Cake.
They are currently available nationwide but are available for a limited time on the winter menu, while supplies last.
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