For less than $2 a drink, could it really be just as good as the real thing?

I put my coffee-loving taste buds to the test.

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My introduction to coffee was a frothy Starbucks Frappuccino.

aldi sign

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Coffee in the form of a chocolate milkshake with a massive dollop ofwhipped cream?

Call me Lorelai Gilmore because Im a coffee girl now.

But at the price of $7 for one drink?

Barissmo Coffee Ultra Premium Latte Frappe Mix box over a colorful background

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My budget doesnt always love the indulgence.

A trip to my local ALDI later, and I was ready to give theBarissimo Latte Frappe Mixa try.

I mean theresnoway this could possibly taste the same as the real thing, right?

The packet does have some coffee in it, but not enough for that afternoon jolt I crave.

So on my second attempt making this drink, I added a double shot of espresso to the blender.

I am a big fan of this product.

then take a note from Lorelai Gilmores book and go follow where the coffee will lead you.