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People have looked for a hangover fix forever. I’ve had mornings where bright light and a headache made even a glass of water feel like work.
When that happens, I do not want a complicated answer. I want something easy to sip that does not make me feel worse.
Could the right Starbucks drink make that morning easier? These 10 Starbucks drinks are the ones I come back to when I’m hungover.
Top 10 Starbucks drinks to cure your hangover
As hard as it is to resist morning coffee, I usually start with something hydrating first. A drink that goes down easily tends to make me feel more human before caffeine enters the picture.
Here are some of the better Starbucks drinks when dehydration seems to be part of the problem:
Water
Water is still the simplest option, and it is usually the first thing I reach for if my head is throbbing. Alcohol can leave you dry and out of sorts, so plain water is a sensible place to start.
While you probably aren’t going to make the trip to Starbucks for a cup of water (I know I don’t!), I suggest ordering one alongside whatever other drink you decide on in the morning.
In most cases, your barista will offer a venti iced water for free.
When I have had a long night out, I usually want something light and cold before I think about coffee or anything rich. Juice or water on the side helps me avoid feeling overloaded.
Refreshers (All flavors)
The aptly named beverage is lightly caffeinated and usually made with real fruit juice and green coffee extract.
The refreshing drink isn’t usually overwhelmingly sweet and offers a natural source of energy that can help you get through the day.
I like a cocktail now and then, but I get picky about sweetness when I’m hungover. Refreshers work for me because they taste bright without turning syrupy.
Currently, Starbucks has 8 different Refresher variations on its menu.
My top choices for the right hangover drink are:
Iced Matcha Tea Latte
I’d never actually wish for a hangover, but I do have a soft spot for an Iced Matcha Tea Latte in the morning. After a rough night, the cold, creamy sip feels easier than a lot of sweeter drinks.
Matcha on its own is packed full of antioxidants, which could help lessen the effects of alcohol .
It is especially good with coconut milk instead of the standard 2%, which gives it a little more body and feels less heavy to me.
I love adding a little cold foam to mine as well as some vanilla syrup – it’s perfect way to bring me back to life!
Pink Drink
The Pink Drink looks almost too pretty for a rough morning, but it is easy to sip and not too heavy. That matters to me when I want something cold without much effort.
The blend of the Strawberry Acai Refresher and creamy coconut milk is just what the doctor ordered, containing plenty of natural electrolytes and vitamins to help keep you hydrated.
A Venti Pink Drink is listed at 200 calories.
I love adding extra fruit to mine for a little extra sweet treat.
Iced Matcha Lemonade
The Starbucks Iced Matcha Lemonade is bright and tart, with fruity notes that keep it from tasting flat. On a hungover morning, that sharper flavor feels easier for me than anything syrup-heavy.
I like ordering this after a summer party when I want something cold and light before I head home or eat anything substantial.
The ice and sharper lemon flavor can feel easier on my stomach than a richer drink, and it usually feels like a small reset.
It tastes good, and on a rough morning that is often enough.
Tips From A Barista!
Order it without water for a stronger lemonade taste.
Iced Shaken Espresso
Sometimes, when I have a hangover, I do not want a lot of competing flavors.
An iced shaken espresso is cold, has a little milk, and gives me enough caffeine to get moving after a night out. Coconut milk works especially well for me because it softens the edge without making the drink feel heavy. It can even help relieve headaches !
The espresso is the main reason I keep coming back to this drink.
If I’m really not up to caffeine, I get mine decaf so I can still enjoy the sweet taste of coffee without the dehydrating effects.
Tips From A Barista!
I highly suggest getting it on ice. Drinking a straight, hot espresso could dehydrate you quickly, and suddenly you may feel even more hungover!
Green Tea (Iced or hot)
Green tea is one of the calmer options when I want something lighter and less intense than coffee.
I’ve liked green tea for a long time, and after a night out I often want that familiar, slightly grassy flavor more than something sweet. A cup of Starbucks’ Iced Green Tea with a little honey and a salty snack is the kind of combo I can actually finish.
Various studies have suggested that hot water and herbal tea can help kickstart your digestive system.
Some studies suggest that it may support circulation and other functions helping to protect your liver from damage !
Honey Citrus Mint Tea (Iced or hot)
The Honey Citrus Mint Tea is a Starbucks drink I reach for when I want something warm, minty, and easy on the throat. It feels calming without being heavy.
The combination of Jade Citrus Mint green tea, Peach Tranquility herbal tea, steamed lemonade, and honey is actually my go-to when I start getting a hint of a cold.
It is also one of the first things I think about after a big night out, and I may reach for it even more often than a standard Iced Green Tea.
Evolution Fresh Orange
I can’t do loud noises and crowds when I’m hungover. On especially bad days I just want to get something in my system and leave.
When I’m in a hurry or do not want to wait around for tea to steep, I grab an Evolution Fresh Orange from the cooler.
Not only does this have plenty of fructose and vitamin C, but it even includes some green tea to help further lower my blood alcohol concentration.
That, plus a Bacon, Gouda, and Egg Sandwich, is usually enough to make the morning feel more manageable.
Evolution Fresh Super Fruit Greens
The Starbucks Evolution Fresh Green Devotion/Superfruit Greens drink is a 100% juice blend with mango, orange, spinach, spirulina, chlorella, and vitamin C.
This great drink does taste quite a lot like organic celery mixed with fruit, but it’ll make you feel better.
It is another grab-and-go option for mornings when I want to skip the bustle but still drink something cold.
What are the ultimate hangover elixirs?
Should you drink coffee when you have a hangover?
When I’m sluggish and can’t seem to get out of bed, caffeine is usually what I think about next.
However, caffeine is a diuretic that can make you even more dehydrated.
There is no single “best coffee for hangover” drink, even if nitro cold brew fans disagree. If I’m already feeling dry and off, I do not want a heavy coffee to be the first thing I put down.
Caffeine can still give you a bit of energy and help you get moving.
If I am going to drink an espresso or another caffeinated drink, I usually want something gentler alongside it. Coconut milk in coffee is one combo I come back to because it softens the drink.
Hot drinks versus cold drinks for hangovers
Hot water-based drinks like the Honey Citrus Mint Tea, Green Tea, and Peach Tranquility Herbal Tea feel more comforting to me after a big night out.
Some people prefer cold water, and that can feel sharp and bracing on the stomach.
At the end of the day, the most important thing is drinking enough water and electrolytes, no matter the temperature. Hydration is good for hangovers.
How to choose the best Starbucks drinks for hangovers
I steer clear of very sweet or heavily flavored drinks when I’m hungover because they can feel rough on a sensitive stomach.
FAQs
What Starbucks drinks are good for a headache?
The Iced Green Tea is a simple Starbucks option when I want something light, and coconut-milk-based drinks like the Iced Matcha Tea Latte work when I want a creamier sip.
What Starbucks drinks are the most hydrating?
Some lighter Starbucks drinks I reach for are the Pink Drink, Iced Matcha Tea Latte, and iced water.
Is coffee best for a hangover?
Coffee is not usually my first pick for a hangover because it can feel a little much when I’m already tired and dry. If I do want espresso, I usually keep it alongside water or a milder drink.
How do you cure a hangover fast?
Hydration usually matters after a hangover. Water helps, and electrolytes can be useful too, but I would not treat any single drink as a quick fix.
How long does a hangover last?
Hangovers can last anywhere from around 8 to 24 hours. Sometimes I feel normal again quickly, and other times the after-effects linger into the next day.
What alcoholic drinks give you the biggest hangover?
Dark alcoholic drinks like whiskey, bourbon, and red wine, and sugary drinks like cocktails, can lead to worse hangovers for some people. Darker alcohols contain more congeners, which is one reason they are often blamed.
