
I almost went to Starbucks for the limited-time drink dubbed the Unicorn Frappuccino. And then I thought about the possible lines, like, huddle-outside-Bass-Pro-Shops-on-Black-Friday-style lines, which is probably super exaggerated. But, hey, the new frap now all over the internet is intriguing nonetheless.
Described by the coffee giant as having "magical flavors" and "pink and blue fairy powders," the coffee-less, sugar-packed Unicorn changes colors and flavors when customers swirl their straws around, transforming the drink from sweet to sour. This particular frap's whimsical mystique has impacted more than Starbucks patrons since its Wednesday debut, however. I mean, the glorious, ranty barista video below says it all.
Since I haven't tried the drink (the rest of us still have a few days left, guys), I asked three of my friends who've ordered one — and Facebooked or Instagramed about their experiences for the rest of us dying to know — to describe the taste using one emoji. What better way to rate the drink that's taken over the digital realm?
Here's what they said, in no particular order:
😐
😝
🏳️
You're welcome.
This article appears in Apr 20-27, 2017.

