Attention, Starbucks fans! The iconic coffeehouse chain has announced that new drinks and croissants will soon be arriving on its menu—so keep an eye out if you want to try them. The new items will include fresh takes on some customer favorites. Here’s what to expect:
What are the new drinks and croissants coming to Starbucks?
At least five new products are expected to launch at Starbucks locations. These include:
- Brown Sugar Strato Frappuccino: A sweet, thick, and silky blend—perfect for summer days.
- Iced Café Latte with Protein Cold Foam: This new option adds about 15 grams of unsweetened protein powder to beverages. You’ll be able to add the protein to any flavor of cold foam.
- Freshly Baked Butter Croissant: A reimagined bakery classic, featuring a flaky and crispy exterior with a silky, melt-in-your-mouth interior.
- Freshly Baked Raspberry Croissant: A crispy, flaky pastry with a juicy raspberry jam filling.
- Freshly Baked Double Chocolate Cookie: A crispy-edged cookie with a soft center, filled with rich chocolate and a hint of salt.
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When will the new drinks and croissants arrive at Starbucks?
According to the company, the Brown Sugar Strato Frappuccino will hit stores this summer, although an exact date hasn’t been announced yet. As for the other products, they are currently in the testing phase, so there is no confirmed release date at this time.
Current Starbucks menu
The current Starbucks menu includes the following drinks and foods:
- Hot Coffees
- Iced Coffees
- Starbucks Refreshers
- Frappuccino Blended Beverages
- Iced Teas and Lemonade
- Hot Teas
- Milk
- Juices
- Sandwiches
- Wraps
- Egg Bites and Pastries
- Oatmeal and Yogurt
- Croissants and Danish Pastries
- Breads and Pastries
- Muffins, Scones, and Donuts
- Bagels
- Cake Pops
- Cookies and Brownies
- Pockets
- Protein Boxes
- Protein Bars and Snacks
- Savory Snacks
- Sweet Snacks
- Spreads and Dips
How many Starbucks locations are there in the U.S.?
Currently, there are 16,482 Starbucks locations across the United States.
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Starbucks History
Starbucks began its journey in 1971 at Pike Place Market in Seattle, where it opened its first store with the aim of selling freshly roasted coffee beans, tea, and spices from around the world, allowing customers to enjoy these products at home. The company’s name was inspired by a character in the classic novel Moby Dick, evoking the rich maritime tradition of the early coffee traders.
A decade later, a young New Yorker named Howard Schultz visited Starbucks and fell in love with the coffee from the very first sip. In 1983, during a trip to Milan, he became captivated by the culture of Italian coffee shops, impressed by the warmth and artistry surrounding the experience. Motivated by his discovery, he returned to Seattle with the ambition to transform Starbucks into more than just a coffee bean store. In 1987, the company adopted its iconic green aprons, marking a new chapter in its evolution toward becoming a true coffeehouse.
The company expanded rapidly and dynamically, opening new stores in Chicago and Vancouver before reaching California, Washington DC, and New York. In 1996, the company took its first international step by opening a store in Japan, followed by its arrival in Europe in 1998 and China in 1999. Over the next two decades, Starbucks grew exponentially, becoming a gathering place for millions of customers every week and becoming an integral part of daily life in communities around the world.
