• As a former Starbucks barista, I'm explaining popular ordering terms, cup codes, and drink options. • Ristretto espresso shots are strong, but long shots are weaker because of how they're brewed. • You can order an espresso-based drink "half-caf" if you want to reduce the amount of caffeine in it.

Before I worked as a Starbucks barista, I was pretty unfamiliar with fancy drink orders and customizations.

Now, I know a "venti upside down half-caf breve cappuccino" isn't actually as complicated as it sounds — and, when used correctly, some of these terms and keywords can help you order your next drink like a pro.

Here are the meanings behind common beverage and coffee lingo you might hear in a Starbucks.

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