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The Type Of Lemonade Starbucks Uses To Make Its Tangy Drinks By Creshonda A. Smith Oct. 29, 2025 5:20 pm EST

I've had a few Starbucks lemonade drinks and have always thought to myself that they had a really pleasant and deeply tangy flavor. Interestingly enough, where you may just assume that it's your basic homemade lemonade from fresh squeezed lemons that gives that extra kick, you'd be mistaken.

They actually use a standardized lemonade concentrate, so not fresh squeezed at all. According to the product listing on Starbucks' menu, the lemonade used in their handcrafted beverages is a mix made with water, sugar, lemon juice concentrate, and natural flavors. The end result is a balanced, shelf-stable lemonade that pairs well with everything from iced t

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