From giving us that essential burst of morning energy to being an easy stomach-filler between meals, smoothies are an integral part of our life in more ways than we can imagine.
However, what if we told you this lip-smacking treat actually symbolizes cuisine-oriented inclusivity? Invented as a milkshake alternative by lactose intolerant teenager Steven Kuhnau in 1973, the first smoothies involved combinations of vegetable juices, vitamins, fruit juices, etc., concocted to resemble a milkshake. Soon enough, Steven’s attempt to bring the milkshake experience to the palettes of those who could not enjoy the classic dessert turned into a worldwide sensation with his establishment of Smoothie King.
To ensure that you get to enjoy this more than 50-year-old drink, here are five places for a smoothie visit in Frederick County:
Vitality Protein Smoothie Bar | 100 S Jefferson Street, Frederick, MD 21701
Vitality Protein Smoothie Bar does exactly what its name suggests—providing vital proteins through beverages that contain at least 35 grams of essential protein. Each smoothie at this local shop is both good for the palette and for the body.
Vitality Protein Smoothie Bar is open Monday through Sunday. Find up-to-date hours of operation on Vitality’s Facebook page or by calling 301-524-2453.
Chatime Frederick | 5219 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, MD 21704
Even though “Chatime” translates to tea time, with “cha” referring to tea, Chatime Frederick includes more than just tea. In addition to fruit teas, mousses, handmade teas and juices used in freshly made beverages prepared on site, Chatime also has a variety of smoothies for families to enjoy. With more than 1000 locations around the globe, Chatime makes the “so much more than tea time” experience accessible to many.
Chatime Frederick is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
BK Juices | 343 N Market St., Frederick, MD 21701
Described as Frederick’s own health bar, BK Juices serves purpose-oriented drinks that help customers elevate health, combat weight loss and facilitate weight gain. With both dine-in and to-go options, BK Juices is an option for families looking for a quick break from a neighborhood shopping trip or outing.
BK Juices is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grab-and-go orders are available Monday.
Tea-Do Frederick | 5100 Buckeystown Pike, # 180, Frederick, MD 21704
A multi-purpose tea store that provides an ideal space for studying, meeting up with friends or just grabbing your everyday smoothie, Tea-Do Frederick offers signature bubble teas, smoothies and milks blended with tapioca pearls.
Tea-Do Frederick is open Sunday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Juice Up Cafe | 401 N Market St., Frederick, MD 21701
Rafiq Lalander describes his concoctions as having the flavors of home. Juice Up Cafe was founded because Lalander missed the taste of fresh juices in Afghanistan when he moved to the United States. Featuring Turkish coffee, solo fruit juices and saffron teas on its diverse menu, Juice Up Cafe offers a go-to place for migrant communities in Frederick County who crave for a taste of home.
Juice Up Cafe is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
