Starbucks summer menu arrives with new Tropical Butterfly Refresher and horchata-inspired beverages

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May 11, 2026

Summertime vibes have arrived at Starbucks starting May 12 with a summer menu that includes the colorful new Tropical Butterfly Refresher and the return of the Iced Horchata Shaken Espresso and the new Horchata Frappuccino blended beverage.

Making a summertime coffee run is now easier than ever with the launch of the new scheduled ordering feature in the Starbucks app. This new option allows customers to choose a pickup time up to an hour ahead when placing an order in the Starbucks app. As it rolls out, availability may vary by location.

Let’s get tropical

Two tall, colorful drinks with ice, featuring layers of purple and pink hues. Both have green straws and are garnished with round, orange tapioca pearls at the bottom.

The new Tropical Butterfly Refresher brings together color, flavor and texture to create a beverage that ignites all senses. The beverage features layers of tropical refreshment with guava and passionfruit flavors and bursts of mango-pineapple flavored pearls. A splash of butterfly pea flower infusion, derived from the plant known for its vibrant hue, creates a colorful experience.

The drink can be customized with lemonade or coconutmilk as well as customers’ preferred level of caffeine and B vitamins.

Reunite with Horchata

The refreshing and creamy flavors of Mexican-style horchata are returning this summer for a limited time with Iced Horchata Shaken Espresso and the new Horchata Frappuccino blended beverage. The Iced Horchata Shaken Espresso features Starbucks Blonde Espresso and horchata syrup, blending cinnamon, sweet vanilla and nutty notes of toasted rice, shaken with ice and finished with oatmilk.

Unicorn Cake Pop

A white chocolate-coated cake pop shaped like a cat's face, decorated with pastel icing and chocolate details, sits on a white plate. The background is a soft lavender color.

Meet the Unicorn Cake Pop, summer’s magical bite-sized treat. Made with creamy vanilla-confetti cake dipped in white-chocolatey icing, the cake pop is decorated with a whimsical unicorn face.

Welcome Khloud White Cheddar Popcorn

A clear bowl filled with popcorn sits on a wooden table next to a bag of Khloud Protein Popcorn in White Cheddar flavor.

Khloud White Cheddar Protein Popcorn is joining its sweet and salty counterpart on the Starbucks menu, offering a savory snack with real white cheddar and seven grams of protein.

Adventure-ready merchandise

A vibrant picnic setup features a teal blanket adorned with colorful Starbucks-themed stickers. A green cooler sits atop, accompanied by various drinkware, including a tumbler and a mug. Nearby, a small bag holds a map, and scattered around are playing cards and instant photos, creating a lively outdoor atmosphere.

You’ll want to take the scenic route this summer with the Starbucks Road Trip Collection of merchandise inspired by open roads, spontaneous detours and your favorite Starbucks beverages. The collection features stainless steel tumblers, cold cups, and mugs, along with accessories like sticker packs, keychains, totes and a picnic blanket. Available at participating coffeehouses in the United States beginning May 12 for a limited time while supplies last. Learn more about this collection here.

Introducing Scheduled Ordering

A hand holds a smartphone with a green case displaying a food order review screen. The screen shows items, prices, and estimated pickup times. A green door is visible in the background.

Beginning today, May 11, customers placing orders in the Starbucks app can use the new scheduled ordering feature to help navigate busy days. This new option is designed for customers who want to plan their visit to coffeehouses in the United States up to one hour ahead by choosing a specific time to pick up their mobile order.