Starbucks enthusiasts are already gearing up for a festive season full of exciting new beverages and treats, following a recent teaser of the company’s 2024 holiday menu. With the annual release of holiday flavors just around the corner, fans are more excited than ever, eagerly anticipating their favorite drinks and snacks—along with some brand-new additions.
Sneak Peek at the Holiday 2024 Menu
The buzz began when food blogger Markie Devo shared what is being called a “speculated” holiday menu for Starbucks. While it hasn’t been officially confirmed, the details were enough to send fans into a frenzy.
According to Devo’s Instagram post on October 2, 2024, the holiday lineup will feature a blend of new items as well as returning seasonal favorites.
One of the most anticipated new beverages is the Cran-Merry Orange Refresher, a drink combining sweet orange, tart cranberry, and warm spices.
It can be mixed with water, lemonade, or coconut milk, and will also feature cranberry inclusions for an extra burst of flavor. Another new addition to the menu is the Salted Pecan Cold Brew, described as cold brew coffee sweetened with a hint of vanilla and topped with salted pecan cream cold foam and a pecan crunch topping.
Along with these fresh options, Starbucks is also rolling out several new flavors of cold foam, including Peppermint Chocolate Cream, Sugar Cookie Cream, Chestnut Praline Cream, Gingerbread Cream, Caramel Brûlée Cream, and the much-anticipated Salted Pecan Cream.
New Holiday Treats to Enjoy
The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without festive snacks to pair with your coffee. According to the teaser, Starbucks has a few delicious new treats on the horizon. Among them are the Turkey Sage Danish, Dark Toffee Bundt, Penguin Cookie, and the ever-popular Snowman Cake Pop.
These new items are sure to bring a holiday vibe to your Starbucks run, but the menu also includes several returning fan favorites that have become synonymous with the season. For those who look forward to traditional offerings, rest assured—you’ll still find classics like the Sugar Plum Cheese Danish and the beloved Cranberry Bliss Bar.
Returning Favorites That Never Disappoint
While the new items are creating excitement, many customers are eager for the return of tried-and-true holiday drinks. Devo’s post suggests that Starbucks will bring back some cherished beverages, such as the Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai, Peppermint Mocha, Peppermint White Chocolate, Caramel Brûlée Latte, Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte, and the Chestnut Praline Latte.
These drinks have become holiday staples for many, offering a familiar taste of the season and generating plenty of enthusiasm among fans who wait all year for their return.
Fan Reactions: Excitement and Disappointment
As news of the rumored holiday menu spread on social media, Starbucks fans wasted no time expressing their thoughts. Many were thrilled by the fresh lineup, with several users commenting on Instagram about their excitement for the new Cran-Merry Orange Refresher. One fan wrote, “I’m honestly PUMPED for that cranberry refresher,” while another raved, “Eeeeeek thanks Mark! Starbucks really upped their game this year.”
The Salted Pecan Cold Brew and the variety of cold foam flavors also generated plenty of buzz, with fans eagerly awaiting the chance to try these new options. One commenter praised the expanded cold foam selection, saying, “The new flavors of cold foam are fire—I need to try them all!”
But not everyone was happy. Some fans expressed disappointment that certain holiday items seemed to be missing from the menu. Several people took to social media to lament the absence of their favorite treats. One disappointed commenter asked, “Where is the toasted white chocolate??,” while another fan cried, “What about the gingerbread loaf?!”
The most notable absence, according to some fans, was the classic Eggnog Latte, a holiday favorite that Starbucks discontinued in recent years. One commenter expressed their frustration, saying, “Still missing eggnog.”
Others also noted the lack of a Peppermint Brownie Cake Pop, another seasonal item that was once a favorite. “No peppermint brownie cake pop is a bummer,” said one fan, while another bluntly added, “This is some bs lol.”
Official Release Date Still Unconfirmed
As of now, the speculated holiday menu for 2024 remains unofficial. Devo mentioned in the Instagram post that the information came from a Starbucks employee, but fans will have to wait for confirmation directly from the company. The post also suggested that the holiday menu will be available at Starbucks locations nationwide starting on November 7, 2024—just in time to kick off the holiday season.
Until then, Starbucks lovers will continue to speculate about the final menu lineup and hope their favorite holiday drinks and treats make the cut.
Conclusion:
Whether you’re excited about the new drinks like the Cran-Merry Orange Refresher and Salted Pecan Cold Brew, or you’re eagerly awaiting the return of holiday classics like the Peppermint Mocha, this year’s holiday offerings are shaping up to be something special.
Starbucks seems to be pulling out all the stops for 2024, and fans are already buzzing with anticipation.
But as with any seasonal menu, there will always be a few beloved items left behind. While some fans might miss the Eggnog Latte or the gingerbread loaf, the new drinks and treats are sure to bring plenty of festive cheer—and perhaps help create new holiday favorites for the years to come.
Starbucks fans everywhere are counting down the days until November 7, when they can finally get their hands on these holiday delights. Will your go-to drink make the cut? Or will you be tempted to try something new this holiday season? One thing’s for sure—the Starbucks holiday menu is always a highlight of the festive season, and 2024 is shaping up to be no different.
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