And life often calls for a venti-sized caffeine-rich beverage from Starbucks just to get through the afternoon slog.

But this year, that changed in a big way.

This year, the top spot has gone to Krispy Kreme.

Krispy Kreme sign

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Also,1851 Franchise notes, four out of the top five fast-food chains are coffee ordessert-focused spots.

That Krispy Kremeranks high for nostalgia is not a surprise as it is a trusted and deeply established brand.

The chain began back in 1937, thus it’s nearing its 90-year mark.

It is older than McDonald’s, Burger King, and many of the other legacy fast-food chains.