STARBUCKS’ summer menu appears to have leaked and drinks that were previously discontinued are expected to make a return.
Two limited time only beverages are to make a comeback, and customers will be able to try out a new flavor.
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Starbucks chiefs are bringing back its summer-berry lemonade refresher drink that was rolled out in 2024, per USA Today.
Customers will be able to get a burst of flavor from a layer of raspberry pearls at the bottom of the drink.
The brand’s Summer Skies drink will also be making a return to menus.
Fans are excited that the refreshers appear to be making a comeback.
“I can’t wait for all the Starbucks to have the summer Berry refresher again,” one posted on X.
Shoppers had been calling on Starbucks to bring back the cold beverage for months.
“Are you bringing back the summer berry refresher? If so, when?” a shopper asked in March.
“Please bring back the Summer Berry Refresher,” another demanded.
“I’ve needed it since it left.”
The refreshers are not the only beverage set to make an appearance on menus.
Customers will be able to enjoy a new iced horchata oatmilk shaken espresso drink.
Starbucks chiefs have not revealed the drinks will start to appear on menus, but it will likely be next month.
The chain’s summer menu was unveiled on May 7, 2024.
Rumors are surfacing that the menu could drop on May 20, per Devo.
The new additions will come just months after bosses unveiled the chain’s spring menu.
Chiefs decided to remove some of the brand’s less-popular drinks.
Bosses are working to trim down menus by 30% by the end of the year.
Certain Frappuccino products, including some that had been on menus for decades, were axed.
Starbucks chiefs explained why some drinks were culled.
“These items aren’t commonly purchased, can be complex to make, or are like other beverages on our menu,” they said.
MENU CHANGES
Bosses explained the decision to strip back menus is part of a strategy to create a more “thoughtful” experience.
Tweaks to menus are not the only changes customers will notice.
Chiefs confirmed that condiment stations have made a return after being removed during the pandemic.
Shoppers can take advantage of free refills of freshly brewed coffee in store.
Starbucks hit the headlines when bosses confirmed its open door policy had ended.
Bosses want to ensure shoppers buy an item before using bathrooms.
Chiefs have announced that the brand’s dress code policy will be updated from May 12.
Bosses want to ensure the brand’s iconic green apron is showcased.
It has been a symbol of the chain since 1987.
Workers will have to wear a black short or long-sleeved shirt, as well as khaki, black or blue pants.
