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Why Tim Hortons Should Be Your New Go-To Coffee Spot at UMN

Hailey Almsted Student Contributor, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Minnesota chapter and does not reflect the views of Spoon University.

Tim Hortons is the newest coffee shop addition amidst the commotion of Dinkytown that surely cannot be missed. It is a Canadian coffee chain that serves flavorful hot and iced drinks, as well as a variety of delicious donuts and bagels. With a relaxing atmosphere, reasonable prices, and a delicious menu, Tim’s will definitely be your go-to spot from here on out, and that’s why I’ve made a list to prove it to you. 

Hot Chocolate

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Hailey Almsted

Considering Tim’s has both hot and frozen hot chocolate, I couldn’t go with just hot chocolate. So I tried both – and WOW these drinks are flavorful and amazing! Both have an original milk chocolate flavor that was incredibly delicious, but I have to say I definitely preferred the hot drink better– I guess I’m just not up for a change from an original drink.

Frozen Capp

tim hortons ice cream
Hailey Almsted

I absolutely had to try Tim’s frozen capp as it is one of their most popular drinks. This drink is just a frozen cappuccino, hence the name, but it is absolutely wonderful. With a consistency of a smoothie and the flavor of a cappuccino, this is the perfect cool-down summer drink.

Timbits

tim hortons cookie pastry
Hailey Almsted

Tim Bits are bite-sized, sweet, decadent morsels of their traditional donuts – and they are also incredibly tasty. These little bites are full of delicious flavor, and just the right amount of pizazz in each taste. 

Pretzel Bagel w/ Butter

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Hailey Almsted

I’ve heard incredible things about Tim’s bagels — so I had to try one for myself. I ordered a pretzel bagel with butter (I’m not one for cream cheese) and oh my. I’m in love. I’ve had some great bagels, but I have to say this one probably tops the chart. 

tim hortons pizza beer
Hailey Almsted

All in all, Tim Hortons is a trendy and delicious place to grab a quick bite to eat, study with friends, or just hang out! I definitely recommend checking it out. Tim’s fully lived up to my expectations, and it will live up to yours too.