When I visited Seoul, Korea during Autumn (to Winter), Coffee is my best friend! I know, there's no Autumn or Winter here in the Philippines but when BER-months come, that means cold air is everyone. The best time for some drinks with friends and loved ones! It’s officially the perfect season for coffee-lovers as we transition into the coziest time of the year. With the chilly weather and with more customers seeking the comfort of a good cup of joe, this season marks the best time to explore and discover well-crafted coffee beverages from Starbucks!



While Pinoys may not experience crisp autumns at home, Starbucks is bringing everyone the smooth and creamy flavors of fall with their brand new beverages, handcrafted with heart, to enjoy during this cool time of the year. Available for a limited time only starting September 10.



A returning favorite is the Asian Dolce Latte, a drink which celebrates the classic Starbucks latte with a twist from the east. The Asian Dolce is made with rich shots of premium espresso. However, the added kick to the beverage is the specially-developed sweet dolce sauce which perfectly blends with creamy steamed milk, giving it a rich, velvety texture. For the final touch, the beverage is topped with Turkish coffee grounds.



Giving customers a taste of flavors from all over the world, Starbucks is also taking inspiration from the iconic Irish Cream Coffee by incorporating delicious Irish Cream to two indulgent beverages.



The Irish Cream Coffee Jelly Frappuccino® is an instant pick-me-up, crafted with signature Coffee Jelly Frappuccino® infused with Irish Cream, topped with a smooth and rich espresso whipped cream, and dusted with finely ground espresso powder. There’s also the Irish Cream Cold Brew, made with a custom blend of Starbucks Cold Brew Coffee, slow-steeped, then topped with a float of Irish Cream, creating a silky smooth coffee experience.

Step into your favorite Starbucks and let each smooth sip of its handcrafted beverages give you the autumn feels!

We're not done with our much-needed break yet! Summer or not, we definitely need a treat. After a long day or busy work routine, we need to pause once in a while and maybe sip some enticing coffee? That's why this June, Starbucks is giving everyone that much-needed detour with refreshing and indulgent beverages that will help you sit still, slow down, and savor its rich flavors. The revitalizing new drinks will be available for a limited time only starting June 4.



 

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Permission To Pause With New Starbucks Frappuccino® blended beverages

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Bursting with break-power, Starbucks is transforming the usual coffee break into an indulgent escape with the Ultra Caramel Coffee Sphere Frappuccino®, an upgrade on the classic Coffee Frappuccino® but with a refreshing pop to it - small coffee spheres bursting with Starbucks Brazilian Coffee. The delectable blended beverage is topped with a dollop of whipped cream and even more coffee spheres.

Ultra Caramel Coffee Sphere Frappuccino®

   
Customers with fruitier cravings will love the new Watermelon and Lychee Aloe Frappuccino®, a drink that looks and tastes like a slice of watermelon. The zesty blended beverage is made with watermelon juice blended with chia seeds, layers of floral lychee-infused whipped cream, and diced lychee aloe. With stunning layers of red, white, and green, this drink will satisfy both taste buds and your Instagram feed.

Watermelon and Lychee Aloe Frappuccino®

   

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Featured Starbucks Card and Merchandise

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Starbucks also captures our seafaring summertime daydreams with Anchors Aweigh. The nautical-themed collection depicts cute illustrations done in line drawing style with white, ultramarine and navy blue colors and red and silver accents.
   

Nautical Whale Card

A perfect complement to the new summer merchandise is the Nautical Whale Card. This quirky card features a whale diving into the ocean with its tail sticking out against the sailor stripe design, available for only a minimum P1,000 activation.
   
Everyone deserves a break every once in a while. Grant yourself the permission to pause from the daily grind and enjoy a short and sweet escape at Starbucks with their indulgent new summer offerings!

Let's beat the heat at Starbucks. Let's pack our summer essentials and head to any Starbucks branches for a Summer Getaway! No, I ain't talking about island hopping or beaching but taking a quick break with Starbucks Summer Indulgence. Starting this April 9, Starbucks is inviting customers to try their latest Beverages and featured Food - not to mention their summery Merchs and their cute Starbucks cards!




SUMMER FRAP!

Starting this April 9, Starbucks is inviting customers to come in to get away with a new set of beverages that taste like a short, sweet, sip of summer. Its new core drinks—the Triple Mocha Frappuccino®, the Dark Caramel Coffee Frappuccino®, and the Red Velvet Cake Cream Frappuccino®—are perfect for dessert lovers.

Triple Mocha Frappuccino®

The Triple Mocha Frappuccino® is loaded with Dark Mocha Sauce layered between cold-brew infused whipped cream, white chocolate, and dark caramel. Take away the Dark Mocha Sauce and add some rich and buttery Dark Caramel Sauce and the drink transforms into the delicious Dark Caramel Coffee Frappuccino®. Another drink added to the regular menu is the Red Velvet Cake Cream Frappuccino®, a confectionery-inspired blend of chocolate chips, mocha sauce, raspberry and vanilla syrup, topped with whipped cream.

Dark Caramel Coffee Frappuccino®

Mixed Berry Frappuccino® with Pomegranate Pearls

For those who want to feel the tropical vibes, Starbucks also offers a limited-time beverage just for the season of the sun – the Mixed Berry Frappuccino® with Pomegranate Pearls. The smooth and fruity beverage is made with mixed berry sauce blended with velvety milk, topped with cream to balance its tart berry flavor.

Red Velvet Cake Cream Frappuccino

TROPICAL TREAT COFFEE BEAN


Apart from their handcrafted Frappuccinos®, Starbucks also offers a tropical treat in the form of fresh coffee beans with the new Starbucks® Kopelani Blend – a blend that brings the flavors of Hawaii into each cup. At the heart of this summer, creation is the Hawaiian Ka’u coffee, combined with East African and Latin American beans which enhances the nutty notes and caramelly sweetness, for which Ka’u coffee is known for.

STARBUCKS CARDS AND MERCH


Carry with you the perfect complement for the balmy weather - the Botanical card, a Starbucks Card which features island scenes and tropical plants, available for an initial activation amount of Php300. Another fun and cute design is the new Popsicle card, also available for initial activation of Php300.

Botanical card

Popsicle card

There will also be new Starbucks merchandise to help you feel summer-ready wherever you go. The ‘A Day in The Island’ collection transports customers straight to the beach with its gradient designs depicting island scenes from sunrise to sunset and tropical plants. With the sun brightly shining this time of year, the ‘Gold’ collection also perfectly captures the glow and shimmer of the season with its golden tumblers in new and classic shapes.



THE SIREN'S ISLAND

The Starbucks Siren called customers to revel in a fun and feel-good break at the Siren’s Island – an island-carnival event where they could throw their cares to the wind and have a good time, all while enjoying the latest Starbucks’ summer offerings.

The Siren's Island

At the event, there was a grand Starbucks Ship welcoming deck - a wooden dock that marked the entryway to the sweetest destination. Fusing the elements of an island getaway and a summer pier carnival, the Siren’s Island brought the best of summer experiences in one spot.

Different stations were inspired by the new Starbucks beverages just like the tall, Dark Caramel Mountain with its rich caramel lava. Fortunes were uncovered at the Triple Mocha Room which was designed in true carnival fashion. There were also plenty of games to play at the booths just like berry-picking at the Mixed Berries Forest and the classic ring toss game at the Red Velvet Magic Shack.

(L-R) JoAnn Ramos, marketing manager, Jamie Silva, category manager, Keith Cole, head of marketing, category and QA of Starbucks Philippines with the Starbucks Bearista Bear and Host Justin Quirino

 
No carnival would be complete without a merry-go-round and the Siren’s Island also had it with a twist, a Selfie-Go-Round, carousel-themed 360◦ photo booth where everyone got to goof off and share clownish moments with their friends. Dressed up as a carnival knick-knack store, there was also the Siren’s Souvenir Shop where guests got to grab Starbucks merchandise. The funfair was complete with a food cart that served up Starbucks drinks and snacks.

The Siren’s Island is just the first of much more fun and carefree summer moments that customers can share with Starbucks. Starbucks’ doors are always open, calling everyone to come in to get away and sip a quick summer escape!

Summer has not ended yet in Starbucks as our favorite Coffee Shop brings two of its refreshing Frappuccino® blended beverages. Starting July 24, #GetTheFeels of summer with these fruit-forward beverages featuring light, tangy yogurt, peach jelly, juicy apricots and mixed berries that will definitely leave you sipping endlessly! Are you excited for the returning (my personal favorite) AÇAÍ MIXED BERRY YOGURT FRAPPUCCINO® BLENDED BEVERAGE and new APRICOT & PEACH YOGURT FRAPPUCCINO®
BLENDED BEVERAGE?

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AÇAÍ MIXED BERRY YOGURT FRAPPUCCINO® BLENDED BEVERAGE

Tall – ₱ 165 | Grande ₱ 180 | Venti– ₱ 195



The AcaÍ Mixed Berry Yogurt Frappuccino® brings together the tanginess of the acai berry with cooling yogurt and juicy mixed berry pearls. The beverage is topped with milk foam for a light finishing touch.

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APRICOT & PEACH YOGURT FRAPPUCCINO® BLENDED BEVERAGE

Tall – ₱ 165 | Grande ₱ 180 | Venti– ₱ 195



Starting with a layer of aromatic peach jelly and real white peach bits, the Apricot and Peach Yogurt Frappuccino® is layered with a tangy yogurt blend and a topped with apricot sauce.


And of course, when the sun's out, what do you wear? Nah, I'm not talking about sunblock, I'm talking about some cool shades! Yes, Starbucks has an amazing Summer Shades Card to all Starbucks Lovers out there!


SUMMER SHADES CARD

Dive into summer nostalgia with the new Summer Shades Card. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱300 per card with a purchase limit of up to two (2) Summer Shades Cards per customer, per day.
Available in all stores starting July 24, 2018

Starbucks offers a new creamy favorites for a limited edition only. Starting June 5 until July 23, 2018, Starbucks Lovers will indulge a sweet and creamy summer tastes with Pistachio Bon Bon and Milk Tea Panna Cotta Frappuccino® Blended Beverages. In addition, grab your copy of the cute Toucan Mini Card and limited edition Father’s Day Card. The rest of the summer is set to be a cool one with Starbucks, so #GetTheFeels and embrace the season!

Pistachio Bon Bon and Milk Tea Panna Cotta Frappuccino®

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Inspired by delicious and creamy pistachio ice cream, the Pistachio Bon Bon Cream Frappuccino® blends authentic ground pistachio nuts and is made more decadent with chocolate sauce. It is then topped with fluffy whipped cream and finished with chunky, crunchy pistachio and waffle pieces.

PISTACHIO BON BON CREAM FRAPPUCCINO® BLENDED BEVERAGE | Tall – ₱ 165 | Grande ₱ 180 | Venti– ₱ 195

Starbucks also adds flair to the familiar milk tea flavor with Milk Tea Panna Cotta Cream Frappuccino®. Made with rich, aromatic black milk tea ground from premium tea leaves, it surprises with a generous layer of sweet and smooth, panna cotta pudding. The beverage is finished with whipped cream and a dusting of fine black tea powder.

MILK TEA PANNA COTTA CREAM FRAPPUCCINO® BLENDED BEVERAGE | Tall – ₱ 165 | Grande ₱ 180 | Venti– ₱ 195

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Create sweeter moments this summer with the tropical-inspired Toucan Mini Card or make dad feel special with the limited edition Father’s Day Card. Both available for an initial activation amount of P500.

limited edition Father’s Day Card

Toucan Mini Card

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With the return of the Starbucks Cold Brew Retail Pack, those looking to spend their summer days in the comfort of their homes, can still enjoy a cup of refreshing coffee. Starbucks offers Cold Brew in easy-to-prepare retail packs, perfect for crafting your own batch at home. A custom blend of 70% Colombian and 30% African beans, the Starbucks Cold Brew Retail Pack offers a smooth and chocolate-y punch. With no heat required, the coffee is silkier and has a naturally sweeter taste.

Starbucks Cold Brew Retail Pack

Midnight Mocha Frappuccino®

Tea-ramisu Frappuccino®

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Midnight Mocha Frappuccino® captures an electrifying summer night, of dusk-to-dawn road trips and endless possibilities. This edgy and intriguing all-black Frappuccino® is a luscious and velvety fusion of rich, bittersweet black cocoa powder, coffee and java chip with whipped cream filling and topping, dusted with black cocoa powder.


Tea-ramisu Frappuccino®, on the other hand, evokes the feeling of utter bliss, the calm of soaking up the sun on the beach or strolling in the park. A spin on the famous dessert, the delightful beverage is a blend of creamy cheesecake milk with thick Japanese Matcha topped with whipped cream and green tea cookie crumble.

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Classic Italian and Spinach Mushroom Dutch Pancake

It's the quarter of the year before the most amazing Ber-months. That's why Starbucks Philippines is excited to share to you these light and indulgent treats for everyone, the new Starbucks Frappuccino® flavors - Açai Mixed Berry Yogurt Frappuccino® blended beverage and Granola Dark Mocha Frappuccino® blended beverage. Aside from these refreshing drinks, Starbucks offers new set of food,  cakes, and new designs of Starbucks Rewards Cards as they celebrate its four years of bonuses! To have a taste of these new and limited offerings, visit any Starbucks store near you starting July 25.

Starbucks Philippines New Offerings

Starbucks New Frap

Handcrafted using premium ingredients, Açai Mixed Berry Yogurt Frappuccino® and Granola Dark Mocha Frappuccino® will surely delight you with frothy milk foam over fruity and chocolaty yum. The Açai Mixed Berry Yogurt Frappuccino® blended beverage combines Açai berry-infused yogurt with bursting pearls that will delight you with the distinct and refreshing notes of mixed berry, finished with light and creamy milk foam.

Acai Mixed Berry Yogurt Frappuccino

Meanwhile, the Granola Dark Mocha Frappuccino® blended beverage is a marriage of Starbucks Coffee Frappuccino® with rich, chocolate flavors and a tasty blend of hearty cereal. It is topped with creamy milk foam and then sprinkled with a generous topping of crunchy granola and chunks of mixed fruits.

Granola Dark Chocolate Frappuccino

Not only are these two handcrafted beverages delectable, but they’re the perfect addition to your selfie! The Açai Mixed Berry Yogurt Frappuccino® comes in a delicious shade of pink while the Granola Dark Mocha Frappuccino® has granola and dried mixed fruit toppings that will surely help you achieve your #FeedGoals.

“Our customers can look forward to refreshing new tastes and ingredients that haven’t been featured before such as the crunchy granola toppings and Açai berry-infused yogurt. These two new Frappuccino® blended beverages are artfully handcrafted with its fun layers and textures making it the perfect beverages to have this season,” said Keith Cole, head of marketing for Starbucks Philippines



Starbucks New Coffee Flavor

[R-L] Africa Kitamu, Reserve Congo Lake Kivu and Reserve Guatemala Santa Isabel

Starbucks also has new blends that deliver the flavors of the world in each cup. Starbucks Africa Kitamu® gives a wonderful introduction to the bright and juicy flavors that define coffee from Africa. This blend is perfect whether served hot or over ice and is made by combining East African beans that are known for their refreshing citrus and floral flavors. Starbucks Reserve® Guatemala Santa Isabel, on the other hand, is distinguished by fragrant aromas and pronounced sweetness with notes of tamarind, caramel, and chocolate. For those looking for coffee with sweet herbal spice notes, Starbucks Reserve® Eastern D.R. Congo Lake Kivu is the one you’re looking for. Its orange acidity, also makes each cup more compelling.


New Starbucks Featured Dishes

To complement your favorite handcrafted beverages, Starbucks also has a new line of delectable and filling meals. With hearty tuna flakes, mozzarella cheese and sliced hard-boiled eggs served on whole wheat bread, Tuna Dill on Whole Wheat Bread, is the perfect option for a quick lunch or snack. For a savory take on crepe, you’ll surely enjoy Bacon and Mushroom on Dutch Crepe—soft, chewy, and sweet Dutch crepe filled with honey cured bacon and sliced mushrooms.

Bacon and Mushroom on Dutch Crepe

Tuna Dill Sandwich

Searching for a great meal to start your day? Don’t worry because Starbucks has new items that will make your mornings much better. Have the Ham and Cheese Frittata, potatoes, eggs, ham, and cheese perfectly cooked together to fill you up and keep you going for the entire day. For those on-the-go, the Cheese Danish is definitely a perfect choice with its buttery and flaky dough filled with sweet and creamy cheese.

Belgian Chocolate Chip Cake

Tiramisu

For those with a sweet tooth, the Belgian Chocolate Chip Cake is the best way to satiate your chocolate craving. This returning favorite is made with layers of vanilla sponge cake with chocolate chips, milk chocolate ganache, and frosted Belgian milk chocolate with mini chocolate chip cookies on the sides.  Starbucks is also serving up a beloved Italian dessert with its own take on Tiramisu, sponge cake soaked in Starbucks Coffee, layered with a light and airy filling made from mascarpone, egg yolks, and cream.