The Surprising Truth About Coffee Chains In Massachusetts

As a coffee enthusiast, I believe that coffee should have a fresh taste with a hint of sweetness. In my view, any bitterness is unacceptable. You may be surprised to learn that you could be drinking what is widely regarded as the worst cup of coffee every day without even realizing it.

TCMA recently released a list of the worst coffee chains in the United States. They noted that Americans consume over 400 million cups of coffee every year. Many coffee lovers claim they would rather gain 10 pounds than give up their daily cup of joe. Continue reading for the list of the worst coffee chains in America that have locations in Massachusetts. Here are the top three.

3. Starbucks

Despite its strong branding, both customers and employees are dissatisfied with the coffee. Staff reviews indicate that the Seattle-based chain offers a less appealing work environment and that the coffee often tastes bland, regardless of customer preferences.

2. Tim Hortons

You might be wondering, what is Tim Hortons? It is a Canadian-based coffee chain that has recently expanded into Western New York. Many people praise their customer service; however, opinions about their coffee vary. Some customers argue that it doesn't taste like real coffee, describing it as weak and watered down, even when ordered black. I have never tried Tim Hortons myself, but I'm open to giving it a chance in the future.

1. McDonald's

Who would have thought that the world's largest fast food chain would be ranked #1 for serving the worst coffee? According to TCMA, the coffee itself isn't the main issue; rather, many McDonald's employees have expressed concerns about the cleanliness of the coffee makers.

I work for McDonald’s and make sure everyone that matters to me never orders anything that comes out of the McCafe machine, as these are routinely neglected in practically all the McDonalds. All McCafe beverages run through a horrifically dirty machine—we’re talking 5+ inches of uncleaned, liquid making up its inside parts. - McDonald's Employee

The next time you order coffee, take a moment to consider its origin. Personally, I prefer Dunkin'.