7 Brew's Banana Bread Blondie Wins Over Coffee Lovers

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7 Brew, a drive-thru coffee shop with over 600 locations across 38 states, has gained a loyal following for its creative flavor combinations, including the popular Banana Bread Blondie. This secret menu item, made with banana and hazelnut syrups, has been praised by customers for its intense creaminess and spot-on banana bread taste that cuts through the bitterness of the espresso.

Why it matters

7 Brew's success in building a devoted customer base through innovative flavors and a robust secret menu highlights the growing demand for customizable, artisanal coffee experiences, even at drive-thru chains. The Banana Bread Blondie's popularity also reflects consumers' ongoing interest in nostalgic, comfort-food inspired coffee drinks.

The details

The Banana Bread Blondie is made with 7 Brew's standard Blondie base, which includes vanilla, caramel syrup, and half-and-half milk. The secret menu item adds banana and hazelnut syrups to create a flavor profile that tastes just like warm banana bread. According to a Tasting Table review, the drink has an intense creaminess from the breve base, but the added flavors balance out the bitterness of the espresso. Customers have raved about the Banana Bread Blondie on Reddit, with one calling it their "absolute favorite" and another noting the importance of ordering it in a large size to maximize the banana flavor.

• 7 Brew opened its first location in Rogers, Arkansas.
• The Banana Bread Blondie became a popular secret menu item at 7 Brew in recent years.

What’s next

7 Brew plans to continue expanding its footprint across the United States, bringing its innovative coffee flavors to more customers.