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Double Stars on Delta travel days

Double Stars on Delta travel days are here to stay! Whether picking up their favorite drink before heading to the airport or grabbing coffee along the way, eligible linked members can also continue to earn Double Stars on Starbucks purchases made on days they have a scheduled Delta flight.

Exclusive offers and experiences

Beyond everyday earning, linked members will continue to get special access to exclusive events, limited-time offers and drops they won’t want to miss – all because their accounts are linked.

How to get started:

1. Join Starbucks Rewards and Delta SkyMiles, if not already a member.
2. Link accounts at deltastarbucks.com.
3. Starting Aug. 5, eligible linked members can earn 1 mile per $1* spent at Starbucks.*

Treat yourself

To celebrate, customers can enjoy the Delta and Starbucks secret menu drink that tastes like Delta’s iconic cookie. Here’s how to order:

Grande Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso

(+) Line the cup with caramel sauce
(+) 1 pump of Chai
(+) Extra cinnamon powder

*Excludes taxes, gratuities, gift cards, and alcoholic beverages. Miles can only be earned by flight-active SkyMiles members who have flown a qualifying Delta here flight within the previous 12 months. Newly linked members are eligible to earn for the first 12 months and will need to take a qualifying Delta flight to continue earning beyond that date. For full terms & conditions visit deltastarbucks.com

How Starbucks benefits compare to other retailers

In an industry where benefits are often limited by hours, tenure or role, Starbucks has spent decades building a benefits package that looks fundamentally different than most retailers. In 1988, Starbucks became one of the first major retailers to offer healthcare benefits to both full- and part-time employees. Today, eligible partners working just 20 hours per week on average can access comprehensive benefits designed to meet their needs throughout their careers and lives.

What benefits do Starbucks partners receive

From medical, dental and vision coverage to up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave, company stock grants and the most comprehensive education benefits in retail with 100% upfront tuition coverage, Starbucks meets partners with relevant benefits through life’s most important moments. Whether caring for their families, investing in their future or pursuing personal goals, full- and part-time partners have access to benefits that help meet their needs at Starbucks and beyond.

Why Starbucks invests in partner benefits

Great customer experiences begin with partners who feel cared for and are empowered to grow.

That’s why whether a partner is pursuing a college degree, growing their family, planning for the future or building a long-term career, Starbucks provides meaningful benefits that help partners thrive. It’s a reason more people choose to work at Starbucks, stay with the company longer, and build careers here. Today, nearly 95% of partners are receiving their preferred schedules, Starbucks turnover rates are among the lowest in the industry––nearly half––and partner retention is at its highest.

Learn more about Starbucks benefits

Explore these benefits available to eligible Starbucks partners and more at Partner Page.

Unicorn Frappuccino weekend is even more magical when you join the fun. Break out of your brightest colors, sparkles and most whimsical accessories, and come dressed as your best unicorn-inspired self. Whether you’re going all out or adding a touch of shimmer, we can’t wait to see how you celebrate the return of this legendary beverage.

We’re ready to welcome customers with added support in coffeehouses to keep the magic flowing all weekend long. To support demand, the Unicorn Frappuccino will be available in one size, grande (16 oz), with limited customizations.

The vibrant beverage, which became a viral sensation in 2017 (and popped up earlier this year at Coachella Music Festival) will be coming to Starbucks Coffeehouses across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and North Africa.

A defining moment came during the holidays last year, when the Glass Bearista™ Cold Cup went viral and sold out in less than a day. That wasn’t just a successful product launch, it was an inflection point. Bearista showed us what happens when we show up at the intersection of coffee, culture and community in a way that feels authentic to our brand. Customers didn’t just buy it, they shared it, celebrated it and made it part of the broader cultural conversation.  

And that’s when momentum really accelerated. 

Our approach to merch is grounded in what has always made Starbucks special: iconic products, meaningful rituals and real human connection. But we’re also approaching it with a clear point of view, culture isn’t a campaign for us. It’s how we operate, how we innovate and how we build demand every day. 

You’re seeing that come to life in the collections we’re launching: 

• Collaborations with Peanuts, Hello Kitty®, Miffy and Roller Rabbit have connected with customers across generations and markets, showing the power of culturally relevant design to travel globally. 
• Pink Vibes exceeded expectations on launch day and is on track to be one of our best performing merch collections this year. 
• Recently, the limited-edition Pink Bearista Glass Cold Cup mostly sold out by 7 a.m. across North America on the day it went on sale — another signal of the demand for highly anticipated, collectible drops. 
• Later this summer, we’ll launch a collaboration with Dandy Worldwide, a modern streetwear label rooted in individuality and self-expression. 

At the same time, we’re expanding how customers access these products. Earlier this year, we launched Starbucks Shop, our new online destination for some of our most unique coffees, merch and apparel. Currently available to Starbucks Rewards members, it will expand to all customers later this year ahead of the holiday season. 

What started with a viral Bearista has become something much bigger. It’s a powerful example of how we’re building at the intersection of culture, connection and commerce, creating products customers are excited to carry, share and come back for again and again. 

And we’re just getting started.

The Global Coffee Experience features a coffee-forward itinerary designed to immerse the travelers in the rich culture of Starbucks and Tokyo. The six-day trip includes: 

• A tour of Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo, offering an inside look at one of the company’s most iconic global destinations, with opportunities to see coffee roasting up close, engage with baristas and discover the craft behind small-lot, premium coffees. 

• Visits to some of Starbucks most distinctive coffeehouses in Tokyo, where they’ll explore unique design, learn about innovative brewing methods and experience how Starbucks brings local culture to life in each space. 

• In-depth explorations of Tokyo’s food and culture, from bustling markets and sushi tastings to guided visits through historic neighborhoods and modern landmarks, showcasing the city’s blend of tradition and innovation. 

Creating greater clarity around success 

Clear expectations are important to our partners. That’s why we’re bringing greater transparency and consistency to how success is measured across our coffeehouses. 

What’s changing: 

• More visibility into Best of Starbucks Reward eligibility 
• Clearer performance measures, including sales, staffing, inventory and Grow performance 
• More consistent attendance expectations, supported by a new points system  

The goal is to make it easier for partners to understand how coffeehouse success is measured, how rewards are earned and how their contributions support coffeehouse performance. 

Today, more than 98% of scheduled shifts are filled on average, and 95% of partners receive their preferred schedules.  

Investing in partners 

Over the past year, Starbucks has invested in coffeehouses to improve both the partner and customer experience, from staffing and operational improvements to additional leadership support, including the new coffeehouse coach role, while offering industry-leading pay and comprehensive benefits. 

The Best of Starbucks Reward program is a way for eligible partners to share in Starbucks success. Collectively, these investments provide the potential for eligible partners to earn an additional 5 to 8% on average, on top of their current compensation. 

• The opportunity to earn a new quarterly Best of Starbucks Reward worth up to $1,200 per year ($300 per quarter) 
• Expanded tipping options for customers on top of the digital and in cafe options that exist today (starting July 22) 
• Weekly pay (starting July 31) 

Looking ahead 

The progress we’re seeing today is partner-led. With the first quarterly Best of Starbucks Reward period underway for eligible coffeehouses, we’re creating more opportunities to recognize the contributions that help coffeehouses succeed and customers feel welcome. The Best of Starbucks Reward program, together with continued investments in partners, is helping strengthen a culture where great work is recognized and success is shared. 

*This Best of Starbucks Reward, weekly pay and expanded tip options, at the approximately 5% of U.S. locations where partners have a union, will be subject to collective bargaining as required by federal law.  

Each year, partners nominate local organizations they believe are making a meaningful difference. Often organizations they know firsthand through partner engagement like volunteering or personal giving. They share why these organizations matter to them personally and how they make an impact in their communities. Those nominations help The Starbucks Foundation identify and support organizations addressing some of the most pressing local needs. 

The causes are as diverse as the communities our partners serve. From hunger relief, family support and youth empowerment, to addressing homelessness, promoting environmental stewardship and building community connections, these organizations are strengthening our communities.  

I’ve always been inspired by how many of these nominations are influenced by personal experiences, volunteer work or relationships built through everyday interactions in our coffeehouses. By giving partners a voice in the process, we’re able to support causes that matter deeply to them and are making a meaningful impact.  

When I look at the thousands of organizations that have received Neighborhood Grants over the years, I see more than funding. I see the collective impact of our partners.  

That’s the power of this program. When we invest in our partners, they help strengthen their communities and deepen the impact of our community coffeehouses in local neighborhoods.  

Congratulations to all the local nonprofits and charities that received a grant, and to the partners who nominated and engage with them throughout the year. 

Cold foam keeps evolving 

Customers embraced cold foam for the creamy texture it adds to cold beverages. Today, it has become one of the most popular ways customers personalize their drinks, accounting for roughly one-third of beverage customizations. 

Originally introduced in 2014, cold foam built on Starbucks long history of handcrafted foam found on hot beverages like lattes and cappuccinos, and brought a new silky smooth texture to cold beverages. 

As cold foam has evolved, so has the role it plays in the beverage experience. Beyond texture, it has become a new way for customers to add flavor to their favorite coffee beverages.  

Bringing new flavors into coffee 

 Its light, velvety taste makes it particularly well-suited for layering flavor into coffee while allowing the coffee itself to remain the star — making cold foam an approachable way to layer flavor onto cold brew, iced coffee and espresso beverages. 

 As fruit flavors have expanded across the Starbucks menu, customers have increasingly incorporated them into coffee through cold foam. The volume of fruit-flavored cold foams has more than doubled this fiscal year, and Strawberry Cream Cold Foam is now among Starbucks top five cold foam flavors. 

Inspired by customer creativity 

As customers continue to explore new flavors and combinations, cold foam is one more way for customers to customizing their cold coffee order. 

Whether inspired by a favorite Refresher®, tea or seasonal drink, customers continue finding new ways to personalize their beverage. 

As customers continue tasting new flavors and combinations, those preferences will shape how Starbucks thinks about future beverage innovation. From expanding flavor choices to exploring new textures, customer creativity continues to inspire what’s next. Cold foam has shown how a single addition can unlock new flavor possibilities — giving customers even more ways to enjoy and personalize their Starbucks experience.

I’m proud of the work done every day by thousands of Starbucks partners (employees) who contribute to our impact. And I’m grateful to the broader community — including farmers, suppliers and the non-profits we work with. This report reflects our collective hard work.

Our approach to making positive impact is grounded in building the long-term resilience of our business, maintaining clear accountability and focusing on making a meaningful difference:

• Coffee: Supporting the future of coffee and the farmers who grow it — addressing both economic and environmental challenges. 
• Opportunity: Providing great jobs with great benefits, and career opportunities where partners can grow and thrive. 
• Community: Caring for the neighborhoods we serve from our coffeehouses.
• Environment: Working to reduce our environmental impact. 

Here are a few highlights from this year’s report:

1. Achieved our multi-year goal of donating 100 million coffee trees grown from varietals selected for performance in climate-adverse conditions.
2. Completed deployment of over $100 million in financing through our Global Farmer Fund, helping smallholder coffee farmers to address financial challenges.
3. With this year’s work, we’ve now reached more than 700,000 people in coffee-growing communities with improved access to water and sanitation.
4. Expanded paid parental leave to up to 18 weeks for our U.S. retail partners reinforcing Starbucks leadership in pay and benefits.
5. Helped 2,800 Starbucks partners graduate debt-free with a four-year degree from Arizona State University through the Starbucks College Achievement Plan this year, joining over 14,000 who went before them (and as of May 2026 nearly 20,000 partners have graduated through the program).
6. Donated over 16 million meals in the U.S. and Canada through our FoodShare program this year alone, and nearly 122 million since we began the program, made possible by the hundreds of thousands of partners who support the program every day.
7. Reduced Scope 1 and 2 market-based greenhouse gas emissions by 17% relative to FY19.  Continued to meet 100% of electricity needs for company-operated coffeehouses worldwide (excluding China) through renewable energy, including a mix of power purchase agreements, renewable energy certificates and direct investments.
8. In September 2025, Starbucks was recognized for its work in market innovation with a 2025 Green Power Leadership Award presented by the Center for Resource Solutions.
9. Announced a 233 GWh/year, 15-year solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) that, alongside renewable energy, is expected to provide ongoing financial support to strengthen workforce development and diversified land use. 
10. Verified more than 13,000 coffeehouses for energy, water and waste reduction practices, exceeding our 2025 goal of 10,000 coffeehouses. 
11. Increased the rate of reusable cup use in coffeehouses by 77% when customers choose to sit and stay in our cafes.
12. In February, 2026, polypropylene cold cups achieved a Widely Recyclable designation from How2Recycle® in the U.S. signaling expanded access to curbside recycling nationwide, a major milestone achieved through collaboration with recyclers, municipalities and industry partners.

We’ve made real progress, even as we recognize it doesn’t always move in a straight line. What we do next is shaped by the broader, evolving landscape and what we continue to learn from our work with external partners and systems.

Our sustainability goals

I’m excited to highlight our sustainability goals which are outlined in this year’s report, and which guide our work. Through our nine current goals, we aim to:

1. Source our coffee from farms and supply chains that meet C.A.F.E. Practices standards.
2. Distribute 50 million coffee trees selected based on their performance in climate-adverse conditions by the end of 2040.
3. Support 100,000 coffee farmers in our supply chain in adopting regenerative agriculture practices by the end of 2040.
4. Design 100% of Starbucks customer-facing packaging to be reusable, recyclable or compostable by the end of 2030.
5. Reduce virgin plastics in all packaging by 5% by the end of 2030 vs FY19, and utilize 25% recycled content in our packaging, dependent on recycled content availability.
6. Empower 5 million people through community-driven solutions through water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) by the end of 2030.
7. Support 100% of company-owned operations globally with renewable electricity — through a mix of power purchase agreements, renewable energy certificates, and direct investments.
8. Pursue deforestation- and conversion-free status for strategically sourced coffee and cocoa by the end of 2026.
9. Achieve 50% absolute reduction in scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing all of Starbucks direct operations and value chain, by the end of 2030, using FY19 as our baseline.

Our Back to Starbucks strategy has led us to sharpen our focus and prioritize our work across every aspect of our business. We took a fresh, comprehensive look at our sustainability goals, based on what we’ve achieved and what we’ve learned, and embedded the work into the business units to promote continued accountability among senior leaders for achieving our goals.

With respect to the goal on greenhouse gas reduction (Goal #9), we are actively reassessing this goal while we evaluate the implications of emerging regulations, ongoing updates to relevant standards, and other developments, and will share updates soon. We intend to continue to take action designed to manage our greenhouse gas emissions across our operations and supply chains, and to transparently report on our progress.

Looking forward

FY25 gave us a lot to be proud of and reinforced that lasting impact takes focus, partnership and accountability. I’m grateful to our Starbucks partners, customers and non-profit partners for helping move this work forward. As we look ahead, we’ll remain focused on where Starbucks can make a meaningful impact, continue building on this progress and share updates along the way.

Forward-looking statements

Certain statements contained herein, including our sustainability goals are forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors (many beyond our control) that could cause our actual results to differ materially from these statements, our historical experience or our current expectations or projections. These statements should be considered in conjunction with cautionary statements and risk factor discussions in our latest impact report and our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recently filed periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q and subsequent filings. Starbucks assumes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements or information, which speak only as of the date hereof.