Scooters and Dunkin’ Donuts are popular beverage spots worldwide but offer different experiences.
Scooters was founded in 1998 in Bellevue, Nebraska and is a coffee chain offering hot or iced coffee drinks, smoothies, teas, and food items. It is similar to Starbucks in terms of unique drinks and food menus, but what sets it apart from other coffee drink places is the Drive-thru Focus, customer service and local-owned franchise feel. They focus on high-quality drinks, speed of service and a big smile. Popular items include the “Caramelicious”, a sweet, caramel-flavored coffee available either iced or hot. Another popular drink is the “Mocha”, which offers a choice between iced or hot options. For those looking for something similar to Frappuccinos, Blended Frosts provide a delightful blend of coffee or coffee mixed with ice in various flavors ranging from fruity to chocolate. The refreshing Scooter’s Signature Cold Brew and Red Bull Infusions feature Yellow Edition Red Bull combined with your choice of infusion flavor.
Dunkin Donuts was founded in 1950 in Quincy, Massachusetts.It is a huge coffee and baked goods chain staple in the U.S. and worldwide. Dunkin ‘is most famous for its seasonal flavors, coffee, beverages and donuts as well as its value and convenience. Dunkin’ offers a variety of popular items that cater to everyone’s tastes and preferences. Their Original Dunkin’ Coffee can be enjoyed hot or iced, and it is fully customizable with options for milk, sugar, cream and flavor shots which ensures a personalized experience for every customer based on what they like. Additionally, their selection of donuts is a favorite. Featuring classic flavors like Glazed, Chocolate Frosted and Boston Cream making it easy to satisfy a sweet craving alongside your coffee.
Students at Owatonna High School are enjoying some great new drink spots. Sophomore at OHS Kate Cowell shares her thoughts on Scooters, “It is close to both school and my house, which is convenient.” Many students appreciate Scooters’ location as it is just a few minutes from the high school making it easy for them to visit before or after school. Another thing that students like about Scooters is the variety it offers. Sophia Guerrero, a sophomore at OHS said, “It has new drink options and different cold foam choices.” Overall, Scooters is a popular spot within the community as well as at OHS.
Along with Scooter’s just opening another coffee shop opened up, Dunkin Donuts. Both are a hit, but many students go wild over their A-plus coffees and famous donuts. Junior at OHS Christina Bell said, “Dunkin’ is much better, but it is also much cheaper.” Overall, Bell likes Dunkin not only because of its affordable prices but also because of its drinks and donuts. Whether getting a morning coffee or an afternoon treat. Students add Dunkin as a go-to spot for their pick-me-up.
With Dunkin’ and Scooters in town, students and community members have more variety in their favorite drinks or food items. These places have made a great impression and are quickly becoming popular for what they offer. These additions to Owatonna bring lots of excitement to the community and OHS students.
