Be Careful When Ordering "Medicine Ball" At Starbucks - Some Employees Won't React Nicely To Hearing That Name
A Starbucks client who said she had been verbally insulted by the barista after purchasing the popular "Medicine ball" drink has gone viral on TikTok. Even though it isn't the beverage's official name, people have started to refer to it by that on social media, and Starbucks employees haven't objected until (liyahxtt) asked for it.
A PSA for Starbucks devotees is included in the TikTokers short movie. "Whatever you do, do not ask for a 'medicine ball' at Starbucks, or you will get verbally abused," Liyah says.
"Order a honey citrus mint tea, apparently."
The Starbucks location Liyah visited is not only not evident from the context of the film, but she also chooses not to share with the audience what the barista said to her directly throughout the conversation.
On TikTok, the "medicine ball" beverage has gained much popularity with users who believe it may relieve cold and flu symptoms such as cough, sore throat, or congestion. Actually, nutritionists are buzzing about the drink's advantages.
Many TikTokers stated that they had never experienced any problems ordering the beverage as a "Medicine ball" because of the drink's well-known given name. Others, however, noted that the name is divisive since it has the term "medicine" in its title, deceiving others into thinking it contains a real medication.
Liyah stated, "I'm ill and idk why everyone continues shouting at me," in the caption of the video. The number of views on her video is around a million.
Both sides of the issue were presented by viewers in the comments, and Liyah gave some background on what the employee had said to her:
@liyahxttOther people said:
@liyahxttStarbucks' Honey Citrus Mint Tea is a refreshing, flavorful tea that is perfect for any time of day. This tea is made with a blend of green tea, honey, citrus, and mint.
The green tea provides a light, mellow flavor that is complemented by the sweet taste of honey and the pleasant aroma of citrus and mint. The tea is naturally caffeine-free and can be enjoyed hot or cold.
It is soooo tasty. And that's what makes it so popular.
Baristas get in trouble for calling it that:
@liyahxttStarbucks offers a wide variety of beverages, including hot and cold coffee, tea, espresso drinks, ready-to-drink beverages, smoothies, frappuccinos, and more. It is one of the most popular franchises in the world and a synonym for a coffee shop.
It is unfortunate that this customer got an unpleasant reaction from the baristas. But you have to be in their shoes to understand.
The popular name for the during might make some people believe that there is actual medicine in the drink. And this opens up space for all kinds of different malicious lawsuits.
So, the company instructed its employees to correct customers. Some states are more rigid about this, while others have looser regulations. That's the only reason some baristas react while others don't.
In any case, Starbucks employees should've been nice and respectful while correcting the customer - not make her feel bad.
