Starbucks has changed up what’s on the menu recently – just in time for summer. A trio of dessert-inspired drinks have been introduced, as well as a drink from the US.
The coffee giant, which has been running since the ’70s, launched a brand new range of drinks yesterday (April 24). Rewards members can access the menu now, and non-reward members can access the new menu from May 1. Prices range from £2.90 to £5.40 and there are some fun surprises too. But while some think the beverages sound delicious, others aren’t so sure about them.
Inspired by the iconic Italian pudding with flavours of vanilla and mascarpone, Starbucks is bringing three new, Tiramisu-inspired, beverages to the menu. The company promised to be “bringing an innovative twist” to a trending summer classic.
These include the Tiramisu Cream Iced Latte, Tiramisu Cream Iced Oat Shaken Espresso and Tiramisu Frappuccino blended beverage. From 1 May, customers will also be able to get their hands on two new Starbucks Refresha drinks for the “ultimate cooling sip this summer”.
Plus, the Melon Pearl Starbucks Refresha drink is joining the UK menu after roaring success in the US. For something more tropical, the Frozen Mango Dragonfruit Starbucks Refresha drink, blended with ice is the perfect frozen sip to cool off and relax in the summer sun.
Arriving to complement the summer beverages, customers can enjoy new plant-based lunch items including Mexican Style Three Bean Wrap or the returning bakery items Boston Cream Muffin and Raspberry and Coconut Loaf Cake on al-fresco Summer snack breaks.
After the news of the updated menu was shared on popular food Instagram page, New Foods UK, people rushed to comment their thoughts on the selection. @newfoodsuk said: “Wow! New drinks spotted on the @starbucksuk app this morning!”
“Omg,” said one in excitement. “Need those oat shaken ones,” insisted another. “Coffee date soon?,” another asked as they tagged a friend. And one other added: “The melon pearl Refresha looks yummy!”
Despite the positivity under the post, some customers weren’t convinced. One said: “Not once have I thought I would like to have a dessert blended with coffee.” And another gawped at the price, commenting: “£5.45 each”.
Another noted: “I’m a little disappointed that the Tiramisu Oat Shaken is four times the calories of the normal one.” And a further commenter agreed: “Put calories next to these images and that’s it… it’s a NO GO”
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To check if these products are available in your nearest Starbucks, you can use the Starbucks UK app or the Starbucks Store Locator and filter using ‘Mobile Order and Pay’ on the web.
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