I Tried Starbucks' Limited-Edition 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Secret Menu and It’s ‘Groundbreaking’

To say that I’m a The Devil Wears Prada super fan is the understatement of the century. I’m more of a The Devil Wears Prada evangelist, spreading the deliciously ruthless quotes and mantras of Miranda Priestly everywhere I go. The 2006 film starring the icons that are Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt is a cultural touchpoint that helped define a generation. It’s dripping with style, bitingly sarcastic, and one of the most memorable pieces of cinema of the early aughts. Naturally, when word broke that Devil Wears Prada 2 was finally heading to theaters after 20 years, yours truly lost his literal mind. 

Fortunately, after what feels like ages of waiting, there are fewer than 10 days left until the sequel’s highly anticipated May 1 debut, and you can bet I’ll be front and center. In the meantime, between watching the original film for the millionth time, I’ve been keeping myself occupied by keeping up with all the buzzy activations and limited-time partnerships perfectly timed for the film’s release. From a limited-edition Diet Coke flavor to Old Navy selling the infamous cerulean sweater, we’ve been getting plenty to hold us over until the film officially launches.

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Starbucks Launches New ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Secret Menu

And now Starbucks has officially entered the chat by launching the new The Devil Wears Prada 2 secret menu featuring drinks inspired by the film’s titular character. Of course, as a stan, you know I had to try all four drinks myself to see if the choices lived up to Miranda Priestly’s lofty expectations. Let’s just say the drinks were groundbreaking. Here is my honest review of Starbucks’ new The Devil Wears Prada 2 secret menu.

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How to Order Starbucks’ New ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Secret Menu

Before you make the mistake of pulling up the drive-thru and saying a string of words that leaves the baristas inside as clueless as Andy was on her first day, it’s worth it to know how to order the new The Devil Wears Prada 2 secret menu first. A common misconception about Starbucks is that the baristas are trained on every secret menu drink that has ever existed and that you can just ask for a grasshopper frappuccino without actually explaining what it is. Although Miranda Priestly would likely take the same approach, that couldn’t be further from the truth.

For the most part, baristas are only trained on official beverages and menu updates, which means they probably have no clue how to make a Ghostbusters Frappuccino or a Sour Patch Kids Drink. Sure, you might get lucky and come across someone who’s dialed into all the chatter online, but it’s always best to be prepared to give instructions if you’re looking for something super specific. So, before you say “Why is no one ready?”, take a minute to breathe, then order, and list the ingredients for one of the drinks below. Read on to find out whether you’re more of an Emily or if you’re Runway editor-in-chief material like Miranda Priestly herself. 

What I Thought of Starbucks’ ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Secret Menu

1. Miranda’s Signature Order

Much like her signature exceptionally manicured bob, more formally known as a Robert, Miranda Priestly’s signature order is a no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point nonfat, no-foam, extra-shot, extra-hot latte. It’s exactly the kind of drink you’d expect from someone who’s the head of a major publication like Runway and unlike fashion, it never goes out of style. There’s nothing to hide behind, not even a lumpy blue—excuse me, cerulean—sweater that you fished out of the clearance bin at some tragic casual corner. Get this if you’re feeling like a boss.

2. Andy’s Cappuccino

Despite how green she was in the first film, Andy’s go-to order eschews matcha and instead is an oatmilk cappuccino with caramel and cinnamon. Sweet and airy with just the right amount of spice, and perfect no matter the season. It’s chic and doesn’t try too hard, which makes it all the more endearing. Not to mention it totally gives off newly minted “it girl” vibes and who doesn’t want that? This one was my personal favorite.

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3. Nigel’s Doppio

Nigel is arguably the glue that keeps the entire house of cards that is Runway together and as such, his coffee order of choice is just enough of a moment to help him kick-start his day. The quick-witted art director subsists on a doppio espresso con panna (a.k.a. with whipped cream) and a hit of mocha sauce. It’s the perfect little something to give you a boost, and it’s short enough that you can drink it before the boss comes in and goes on her third (or fourth) daily tirade. Bold and refined in a way that says, without you, everything would go up in flames. I’d grab this drink to help me stay in flow state. 

4. Emily’s Fave Iced Chai

If you’re the kind of person who moves at a glacial pace at all times, then you’ll love Emily’s go-to Starbucks order, an almond milk iced chai with sugar-free caramel. Sharp and subtly spicy with the illusion of sweetness that says you’re deeply dedicated to climbing the company ladder at all costs—even if it means being the office mean girl who’s secretly got a soft side. It might not be for everyone, but those who get it get it. Although this was my least favorite drink, it wasn’t bad by any means. It just wasn’t my cup of tea (pun intended.)

Tips for Customizing Starbucks’ Limited-Edition ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Secret Menu

Although each of these drinks is an editorial dream as is, they can all be further modified to suit your tastes and preferences. Whether you want more mocha in Nigel’s Doppio or you’d like to swap the almond milk in Emily’s Fave Iced Chai for nonfat, you can easily tailor each beverage to your personal specifications. Here are a few additional tips to make sure you get exactly what you want the first time.

• Size Up or Down: Because all of these beverages are standard Starbucks recipes, you can easily choose how much caffeine you want by sizing up or down. Nigel’s Doppio, however, comes in a short cup automatically.
• Know Your Chai: This is specific to Emily’s Fave Iced Chai, but it’s worth a reminder that Starbucks recently updated its chai recipe to decouple the sweetness from the concentrate. That means that it comes standard with Classic Syrup unless you specify otherwise.
• Dress It Up: Coco Chanel once said, “Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take one thing off.” In this instance, we suggest doing the opposite. Like a perfectly executed sartorial masterpiece, coffee is meant to be adorned. Add whipped cream, caramel drizzle, or an extra dash of cinnamon. No need to gird your loins here.

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