147xxxx

“Is ordering at Starbucks really that intimidating or has it...”
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So I guess you'd like that iced?

147xxxx: Hey there, what can I get for you?
Customer: Can I have an eskimo?
147xxxx: I'm sorry - didn't hear you, what would you like?
Customer: an eskimo...
147xxxx: an eskimo?
Customer: yeah, one shot
147xxxx: ooohhh... you'd like a single espresso
Customer: yeah, whatever

“Okay…uhhh…can I have 27 grande ice coffees? And...”
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I’m a Starbucks barista in a big city. Most of the time I can’t figure out who’s...