Starbucks adds Cortado to its espresso beverage lineup
Starbucks Pistachio Latte and Pistachio Cream Cold Brew also return for a limited time this winter.
Beginning Friday, January 3, Starbucks is kicking off the new year by adding a new espresso beverage to its menu, the Cortado. Also new is the Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado, certified vegan Spicy Falafel Pocket, Valentine Cake Pop and Single-Origin Ethiopia Whole Bean Coffee. Starting January 3, customers will also have the ability to customize the level of sweetness in Starbucks matcha beverages; and seasonal favorites such as the Pistachio Latte, Pistachio Cream Cold Brew and Vanilla Bean Custard Danish return for a limited time this winter.
New Cortado
Starbucks Cortado is crafted with three ristretto shots of subtly sweet Starbucks® Blonde Espresso.
Starbucks is celebrating coffee artistry and espresso craft with the introduction of the Cortado to its lineup of espresso beverages. Originating from Spain, a traditional Cortado is small in size and strong in flavor. The name comes from the Spanish word “cortar,” meaning “to cut,” as the milk cuts through the bold flavor of the espresso to create a beverage that is smooth and balanced.
Starbucks Cortado is crafted with three ristretto shots of subtly sweet Starbucks® Blonde Espresso. Ristretto shots enhance the rich, concentrated flavors of the coffee with a method that uses the same amount of coffee grounds as a regular espresso shot, but with less water and a shorter extraction time resulting in a sweeter, richer flavor. This handcrafted espresso comes together when “cut” with steamed whole milk, or milk of choice, creating a perfectly balanced sip with a creamy texture.
“Espresso is the heart and soul of Starbucks,” said Ricky Gonzalez, who works on the beverage development team. “Our goal was to create a new way for customers to experience espresso from us.”
The Cortado joins Starbucks lineup of classic espresso beverages – which includes the Doppio Espresso, Caffè Americano, Espresso Macchiato, Espresso Con Panna, Flat White, Cappuccino and Caffè Latte – and is only available hot, and in a short (8 oz.) size.
New Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado
The Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado offers customers a non-dairy option, and is also part of the permanent menu.
For those seeking a flavorful twist on this classic Cortado, the Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado offers customers a non-dairy option, and is also part of the permanent menu. This beverage also features three ristretto shots of Starbucks Blonde Espresso that deliver a sweet, more intense coffee flavor, combined with warm, comforting notes of brown sugar syrup and steamed oatmilk. Finished with a dash of cinnamon, the Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado is velvety smooth, rich and inviting. Only available hot and served in a short (8 oz.) size.
Returning Pistachio Beverages
Pistachio Latte
Features Starbucks Signature Espresso and steamed milk infused with the cozy flavors of sweet pistachio and a brown-buttery topping. Available hot, iced, or as a Frappuccino® blended beverage.
Pistachio Cream Cold Brew
features Starbucks Cold Brew, a custom blend of beans grown to steep long and cold, handcrafted in small batches daily, for a super-smooth flavor. The Cold Brew is sweetened with vanilla syrup and topped with smooth pistachio cream cold foam and salted brown buttery sprinkles.
Pistachio beverages are available for a limited time this winter, while supplies last.
Matcha is now customizable
In response to a popular customer request for the ability to adjust the level of sweetness in Starbucks matcha beverages, Starbucks has updated its matcha powder to now be sweetened with classic syrup. This gives customers the ability to customize the sweetness level by adjusting the amount of classic syrup in the beverage when ordering in the store or on the Starbucks® app.
New Certified Vegan Spicy Falafel Pocket
A new, certified vegan addition to Starbucks permanent menu, the Spicy Falafel Pocket combines smashed falafel, creamy hummus, roasted red bell peppers, pickled onions, and a spicy herb sauce, all wrapped inside a toasted lavash flatbread.
Vanilla Bean Custard Danish
The Vanilla Bean Custard Danish returns to delight pastry lovers with its layers of sugared Danish dough baked until golden and filled with rich and velvety vanilla bean custard. Available for a limited time, while supplies last.
Valentine Cake Pop
Celebrate the season of love with the Valentine Cake Pop, available for a limited time, while supplies last. This treat features vanilla cake mixed with buttercream, dipped in red chocolate icing and decorated with a heart design.
Starbucks Single-Origin Ethiopia Whole Bean Coffee
Appealing to customers who prefer a lighter roast coffee, the new Starbucks Single-Origin Ethiopia marks the first time this Ethiopian coffee has been available as a Starbucks® Blonde Roast. The result is an extraordinary coffee expressing ginger blossom aromas and notes of tangerine, lemon balm and sweet dates, with a medium acidity and medium-light body.
Starbucks Single-Origin Ethiopia is available for a limited time as packaged whole bean coffee and featured as the light roast brewed coffee at company-operated Starbucks stores throughout the winter.
Stylish Winter Merchandise
Welcome the new year with a new assortment of Starbucks merchandise featuring abstract patterns and shades of the season, including light pinks, cool blues, and bright greens. The collection includes tumblers, cold cups, mugs, and water bottles in a variety of sizes. Assortment will vary by store, available for a limited time, while supplies last
Hot Honey is Back at Starbucks Reserve Locations
This winter, Starbucks Reserve® Roasteries and stores in Chicago, New York City, and Seattle are embracing the unexpected harmony of sweet and spicy flavors. Starting January 3, customers can enjoy a hot honey twist on Starbucks Reserve beverages with the introduction of the Hot Honey Cortado, Hot Honey Dirty Chai, and Hot Honey Ginger Spritz, as well as the return of the Hot Honey Espresso Martini.
