Starbucks Towers over Dunkin' in every aspect
Some enjoy Starbucks, while others prefer Dunkin’, but there is only one answer to which coffee cooperation is superior. Starbucks and Dunkin’ are both known for their coffee and treats, and one of them is known for disgusting doughnuts. Personally, I think that Starbucks is far better than Dunkin’ in all factors. Starbucks has more variety in foods, better tasting coffee, and a more welcoming environment for those who choose to sit down, work, or talk. Starbucks emerged twenty years after Dunkin’ and has quickly become much more popular.
Let's talk about stats. In 2020, Starbucks generated over 23.5 billion dollars while in 2019, Dunkin’ only generated 1.3 billion dollars. Starbucks has about thirty thousand locations, making it much more convenient, and easier to find on roads. Dunkin’ in comparison only has thirteen thousand. Starbucks has even extended their locations to outside of the US, making 26% of their total revenue outside of the US.
Environment also plays an important factor in this discussion. Starbucks offers a more “house” inspired coffee-dining experience. They have comfy chairs, free internet, tables to put your laptops and textbooks on, and it is painted in warm colors to create that homey feeling. Dunkin’ has a more “fast food” vibe with its choice in furniture and decor. Their locations are painted in bright colors that are almost blinding to the eye.
In the aspect of food, Starbucks has much more variety in their menu. They offer breakfast and lunch options. In addition, Starbucks offers a healthier variety, while Dunkin’ offers heavy breakfast sandwiches, fried hash browns, and oily donuts. Yes, the donuts might be really good, but from day to day routine aspect, Starbucks is the better choice. Starbucks have a variety of fresh pastries, healthy oatmeal choices, perfect sized breakfast sandwiches, and their grab-and-go options. If you want something healthy that still tastes good, Starbucks is definitely the way to go.
Coffee is the biggest deciding factor contributing to why I like Starbucks so much better than Dunkin’. Starbucks has a huge variety in coffee with over a hundred different options. That does not even include their wide variety of customizations. Starbucks has more caffeine in their drinks, which is what adults are really looking for; a drink that can keep them from falling asleep at work.. The taste of their coffee has the perfect amount of sweetness without tasting bland, but simultaneously not tasting like you're going to get 20 cavities from a single drink. Most of the time, people can’t even finish their Dunkin’ drinks because they’re so sweet and heavy. Starbucks is also flexible with any customizations that you want. They offer three dairy milk options as well as three non-dairy options. Dunkin’ only offers three milk options total. Starbucks also are really big on seasonal drinks. It creates excitement between customers when they learn that their favorite drink is coming back into season. My favorite drink is an Iced Vanilla Latte with Caramel Drizzle. Starbucks will always be my top choice and that is never going to change.
By Sarah Solomon