‘Smartest idea in the whole world.’
Posted on October 25, 2024 8:00 PM CDT
A mom’s money-saving Starbucks hack is stirring up debate after she revealed how she replaced her daughter’s regular $4 cake pop treat with a free alternative.
In a viral TikTok video, user Caitlin Parker (@caitlin.marie.parker) shared how discovering the “Puppuccino”—a complimentary cup of whipped cream that Starbucks typically offers for pets—has changed her routine. “I kid you not, we were spending $4 every time we would come to the grocery store because we were getting our daughter a cake pop every time we would come,” Parker explained. “And then I saw a mom the other day order a Puppuccino—smartest idea in the whole world,” she added.
The video, which has garnered over 12,400 views since being posted, shows Parker ordering the free treat at the register. She later added, “I just have to show that because I know it’s gonna save us so much money, and our daughter loves it. You literally get a whole grande cup of whipped cream. So, you’re welcome.”
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Other Starbucks Customers Share Their Thoughts
In the comments section of the video, viewers debated whether it’s appropriate to ask for complimentary items without making a purchase. One viewer noted, “Ordering a Puppuccino and nothing else feels wrong though,” while another added, “For sure. This is why free things end up getting taken away; people take advantage.”
A different commenter suggested, “I’d at LEAST tip for their time,” to which another responded, “Tip for the .5 seconds it took to put whipped cream in a cup? Y’all are wild.”
“Starbucks will now require visual of said pup before allowing you to order a Puppuccino—get it while you can, ladies!” one more remarked. Starbucks commented, “We love seeing the different ways our customers brighten loved ones’ days with Starbucks,” adding, “Customers can order a side of whipped cream with the purchase of a beverage at no extra charge.”
The Daily Dot has reached out to Caitlin Parker and to Starbucks for comment.
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A mom’s money-saving Starbucks hack is stirring up debate after she revealed how she replaced her daughter’s regular $4 cake pop treat with a free alternative.
In a viral TikTok video, user Caitlin Parker (@caitlin.marie.parker) shared how discovering the “Puppuccino”—a complimentary cup of whipped cream that Starbucks typically offers for pets—has changed her routine. “I kid you not, we were spending $4 every time we would come to the grocery store because we were getting our daughter a cake pop every time we would come,” Parker explained. “And then I saw a mom the other day order a Puppuccino—smartest idea in the whole world,” she added.
The video, which has garnered over 12,400 views since being posted, shows Parker ordering the free treat at the register. She later added, “I just have to show that because I know it’s gonna save us so much money, and our daughter loves it. You literally get a whole grande cup of whipped cream. So, you’re welcome.”
In the comments section of the video, viewers debated whether it’s appropriate to ask for complimentary items without making a purchase. One viewer noted, “Ordering a Puppuccino and nothing else feels wrong though,” while another added, “For sure. This is why free things end up getting taken away; people take advantage.”
A different commenter suggested, “I’d at LEAST tip for their time,” to which another responded, “Tip for the .5 seconds it took to put whipped cream in a cup? Y’all are wild.”
“Starbucks will now require visual of said pup before allowing you to order a Puppuccino—get it while you can, ladies!” one more remarked. Starbucks commented, “We love seeing the different ways our customers brighten loved ones’ days with Starbucks,” adding, “Customers can order a side of whipped cream with the purchase of a beverage at no extra charge.”