This post is sponsored by McDonald’s, but the opinions expressed here are my own. The new McCafé espresso menu is available at participating McDonald’s.
My day always starts with coffee because nothing comes before coffee. I am kinda cranky and not productive before I have my coffee. I often say, “Don’t talk to me – I haven’t had my coffee yet!” Lucky for us, McCafé has launched a new line of café-quality espresso drinks, including Caramel Macchiato and Vanilla Cappuccino.
I have found some pretty excellent coffee at McDonald’s. They have amazing flavors that I have fallen in love with. My favorites are the McCafé iced Mocha and the Caramel Macchiato.
McCafé Mocha
The McCafé Mocha is made with espresso beans that are sustainably sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms. You can choose your steamed milk from whole or nonfat milk. I prefer nonfat milk in my McCafé Mocha. Then the McCafé Mocha is topped with whipped topping and chocolate drizzle (I ordered mine without whipped topping). It comes in small, medium and large.
McCafé Caramel Macchiato
I love starting my day with a McCafé Caramel Macchiato made with rich, dark-roasted espresso. You can choose from steamed whole or nonfat milk. I prefer the nonfat milk to whole milk. The McCafé Hot Caramel Macchiato is mixed with sweet caramel syrup and topped with ribbons of buttery caramel drizzle. Since it was so cold yesterday, I ordered the hot McCafé Caramel Macchiato. This cozy coffee makes me warm inside and able to get down to business and start my day on the right foot.
You can try any small McCafé beverage for only $2!* You can find their full McCafé espresso menu here: https://ooh.li/2893475.
Also, when you buy five any size McCafé beverages, you get one any sized McCafé beverage free with the McDonald’s App. Valid 1/18/17 – 12/31/17. McD App download and registration required. Valid only at participating U.S. McDonald’s.
A la carte only. Limited time only at participating McDonald’s. Cannot be combined with any other offer or any combo meal. ©2017 McDonald’s.
What is your favorite coffee flavor?
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McCafé Mocha
McCafé Caramel Macchiato

I’m a big coffee lover too, and that Caramel Macchiato sounds delicious! It’s nice to have a café-style option that’s convenient and affordable. I’ll have to give it a try next time I’m at McDonald’s.
Starting with the classic “don’t talk to me before my coffee” sentiment immediately builds an authentic connection with the reader. It frames the McCafé run not just as an impulse buy, but as a necessary daily ritual for productivity.
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I totally agree that nothing beats that first coffee of the day! I also enjoy trying different iced coffee options, and the Costa Coffee Over Ice Menu Prices are useful for checking out the different choices.
Completely agree, no one should be spoken to before that first cup. This post is a perfect mood for Monday mornings.
Ha, this perfectly captures that
Relatable mood for sure, coffee first, conversation later. Hope the rest of
The $2 small McCafé drink and five-drink reward made this offer feel more practical than a generic coffee promotion. That pairing connects an easy first try with a repeat habit while keeping the article’s focus on starting the day.
This rings so true—my mornings don’t officially start until that first sip. Hope your day is going better now that the coffee is
I like how the post centers on coffee as a simple part of everyday routines. After reading lifestyle posts like this, I often play BitLife, which is a life simulation game where I can explore different choices and experiences.
Thanks for sharing this thoughtful overview of Nothing Comes Before Coffee – Don’t talk to me – I haven’t h. It gave me a few useful ideas to explore.
Ha, this perfectly captures my mornings before that first cup. The grumpy-before-coffee club definitely has my membership.
Ha, this perfectly captures
Completely relatable
Really clear write-up, the part in the middle was the bit I needed. Thanks for taking the time to put it together.
This was a clear and practical read about Doctordle. I especially appreciated the concrete examples.
I love how the author highlights the nonfat milk option in the Caramel Macchiato; it shows McCafé is catering to health‑conscious coffee lovers. The sweet caramel drizzle really balances the dark roast, making it a great pick for a chilly morning.
Ha, this is way too relatable — never try to have a conversation with me before my second cup either!