In 2024, Starbucks released several iconic seasonal drinkware collections. The most sought-after releases of that year included:
First launched in Korea in autumn 2023, the now viral Starbucks® Bearista Glass Cold Cup stood out at first glance. Made of glass and shaped like a friendly bear, it was playful yet practical, designed for cold beverages and meant to be used, gifted and enjoyed.
The Starbucks "4-minute rule" is a service goal implemented by CEO Brian Niccol as part of his operational revamp to reduce wait times and improve the "Green Apron Service". It mandates that in-store and drive-thru orders should be prepared and handed to the customer within four minutes of ordering.
Starbucks cherry blossom cups can be purchased directly at participating Starbucks cafés or the Starbucks Online Store. For sold-out collections, resale and international import marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, and US Shopping SOS offer prior and international releases.
Starbucks clears up confusion after barista refused to write Charlie Kirk's name on a cup. A Starbucks barista cited policy when she refused to write Charlie Kirk's name on a customer's drink. Policy calls for no political or pop culture references on cups, but allows customers to use fake names.
The unhealthiest drink at Starbucks is the Venti Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino. A standard Venti (24 oz) packs a massive 590 calories, 75 grams of sugar, and 17 grams of saturated fat (which is more saturated fat than a McDonald's Big Mac).
Starbucks pays most baristas between $15 and $24 per hour, with a company minimum of $15 per hour set in 2022 and a stated goal of averaging $17 per hour across all U.S. company-operated stores -- a target the company reached by late 2022. Most stores now average $17 to $19 per hour for baristas depending on market.
Coffee is fresh produce, and its enemies are oxygen, light, heat, and moisture. To keep coffee fresh, store it in an opaque, airtight container at room temperature. You can store it that way for up to a week. For the best results, coffee should be ground just before brewing.
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Certain personal hats can be worn, including a beanie, visor, short- brimmed hat, plain baseball or backless cap, slap (satin-lined cap), other secured head covering (such as headwrap, turban, or hijab) or headband (plain or knotted).
As part of the collaboration, fans could order “Taylor's Latte” — a grande caramel nonfat latte, which is Swift's favorite drink. The drink was accompanied by themed stickers, Starbucks eGift Cards with lyrics like “Autumn leaves falling down” and a curated Spotify playlist featuring Swift's music.
Starbucks roasts several Kirkland Signature coffees, most notably the popular House Blend Medium Roast and the Dark Roast Espresso Blend. In fact, the Starbucks logo and the words "Custom Roasted by Starbucks" are frequently printed directly on the packaging of these items.
Starbucks offers several low-sugar drink options that support healthy blood sugar management. Smart choices include black coffee, short lattes with 2% milk, unsweetened iced teas and cold brew coffee. Choosing drinks without added sugars helps prevent spikes and supports overall health with diabetes.
Taylor Swift's absolute favorite coffee order is a Grande Caramel Nonfat Latte.
Starbucks previews 2026 summer menu with tropical flavors and horchata-inspired drinks. Starting May 12, the summer menu arrives in coffeehouses with a new Refresher featuring tropical flavors like passionfruit and guava alongside returning horchata-inspired espresso beverages.
The best Starbucks drink when you're sick is the Honey Citrus Mint Tea (often referred to by its former "secret menu" name, the Medicine Ball). It combines Jade Citrus Mint Green Tea, Peach Tranquility Herbal Tea, hot water, steamed lemonade, and a touch of honey.
The "worst" coffee for your health depends on your specific concerns—whether it’s chemical additives, high caffeine levels, or brewing methods. Generally, heavily sweetened specialty drinks, mass-produced over-roasted coffees, and unfiltered brews pose the highest risks to your heart and stomach.
As of July 2025, Starbucks has an official "secret menu" located in the "offers" tab of their app, featuring curated, highly customized drinks that update regularly. These include popular creations like Cookies on Top Cold Brew, Dragonfruit Glow-Up, and Pretty in Pink/Green Refreshers.
Cardiologists often recommend Ceylon cinnamon for its potential to help with blood sugar levels without the high coumarin content of common Cassia cinnamon. But from a roaster's perspective, its delicate, almost citrusy sweetness is the real prize.
Starbucks requires retail partners (baristas and shift supervisors) to work a minimum of 12 hours per week. This requirement is typically enforced as an average over the quarter and is closely tied to your employment status and eligibility for benefits.
The Starbucks 4-minute rule is a customer service initiative championed by CEO Brian Niccol. It mandates that in-store and drive-thru orders be fulfilled within four minutes of purchase, with digital and delivery orders expected to be ready at their designated times.
The weirdest Starbucks drinks are viral "secret menu" concoctions and heavily customized orders, blending unlikely ingredients like matcha with espresso, or citrus lemonade with dairy cold foam. These extreme combinations push customization to the absolute limit.
The "cleanest" Starbucks drink is the Brewed Hot Coffee or Iced Coffee (Unsweetened). With exactly 0 grams of sugar, 0 calories, and no artificial additives, they offer a completely natural caffeine boost.