The Starbucks holiday menu 2026 launches on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at participating US stores. This yearâs lineup adds the new Tiramisu Velvet Latte, Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew and Apple Pomegranate Refresher, and brings back the Peppermint Mocha, Caramel BrulĂ©e Latte, Sugar Cookie Latte and Gingerbread Chai. New holiday food includes the Bearista Cake Pop and a Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese.
Below youâll find the full drink and food lineup, what each new drink is made with, the Red Cup Day outlook, the holiday merchandise drops, and how long the menu usually stays in stores.
When Does the Starbucks Holiday Menu Start in 2026?
Starbucks confirmed that its holiday drinks, food and merchandise arrive on November 5, 2026. The launch keeps the companyâs recent pattern of opening the holiday season on the first Thursday of November, roughly ten weeks after the fall menu and Pumpkin Spice Latte return.
| Year | Holiday menu launch | Red Cup Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Thursday, Nov. 7 | Thursday, Nov. 14 |
| 2025 | Thursday, Nov. 6 | Thursday, Nov. 13 |
| 2026 | Thursday, Nov. 5 | Not announced yet |
Availability can vary by store, so check the Starbucks app for your location on launch day.
Starbucks Holiday Drinks 2026: Full Lineup
The 2026 holiday drink menu has three new beverages (plus a creamy variation) and four returning favorites.
| Drink | New or returning | Served | Key flavors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiramisu Velvet Latte | New | Hot or iced | Espresso, mascarpone cold foam, cocoa and coffee dusting |
| Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew | New | Iced | Cold brew, mascarpone cold foam, cocoa and coffee dusting |
| Apple Pomegranate Refresher | New | Iced | Crisp apple, popping pomegranate-flavored pearls |
| Snowy Apple | New | Iced | Apple Pomegranate Refresher made with coconut milk |
| Peppermint Mocha | Returning | Hot, iced or Frappuccino | Mocha sauce, peppermint, whipped cream |
| Caramel Brulée Latte | Returning | Hot, iced or Frappuccino | Burnt-sugar caramel sauce, caramel brulée topping |
| Sugar Cookie Latte | Returning | Hot or iced | Sugar cookie flavor, festive sprinkles |
| Gingerbread Chai | Returning | Hot or iced | Chai tea with gingerbread spice |
New: Tiramisu Velvet Latte and Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew
The headline launch for 2026 is a two-drink Tiramisu Velvet lineup inspired by the Italian dessert. The Tiramisu Velvet Latte comes hot or iced, while the Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew is iced only. Both are finished with a velvet mascarpone cold foam and a dusting of cocoa and coffee, so the topping does most of the âtiramisuâ work. If you usually drink cold brew black, the cold brew version is the lighter way to try the flavor.
New: Apple Pomegranate Refresher and Snowy Apple
The Apple Pomegranate Refresher is the only new non-coffee holiday drink. It pairs crisp apple flavor with popping pomegranate-flavored pearls. The Snowy Apple is the same drink made with coconut milk for a creamier, pastel-colored version, much like how the Pink Drink relates to the Strawberry Açaà Refresher.
Returning Holiday Favorites
- Peppermint Mocha â espresso, steamed milk, mocha sauce and peppermint syrup, topped with whipped cream. It is also available as a Frappuccino.
- Caramel BrulĂ©e Latte â espresso and steamed milk with caramel brulĂ©e sauce, whipped cream and a crunchy caramel brulĂ©e topping.
- Sugar Cookie Latte â a blonde espresso latte flavored like a frosted sugar cookie and finished with red and green sprinkles.
- Gingerbread Chai â Starbucks chai with warm gingerbread spice, available hot or iced.
Starbucks Holiday Food and Bakery Items
The holiday bakery case mixes three new items with three seasonal regulars.
| Item | Status | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Bearista Cake Pop | New | A cake pop designed after the Starbucks Bearista Glass Cold Cup |
| Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese | New | A warm grilled cheese sandwich with braised short rib |
| Turkey & Stuffing Sandwich | Returning with a new recipe | A warm sandwich with turkey and stuffing |
| Cranberry Bliss Bar | Returning | Blondie-style bar with dried cranberries and cream cheese icing |
| Snowman Cookie | Returning | Frosted cookie shaped like a snowman |
| Sugar Plum Cheese Danish | Returning | Cheese danish with a sugar plum filling |
Which Holiday Drinks Are Not on the 2026 Menu?
The Chestnut Praline Latte and Eggnog Latte, both part of the 2025 holiday season, are not in the November 5 announcement. That does not necessarily mean they are gone for good: in 2025 both drinks arrived later, on December 2, as a second holiday wave. Check the Starbucks app in early December before giving up on them.
Red Cup Day 2026
Starbucks has confirmed that Red Cup Day will return in 2026, but it has not announced the date yet. On Red Cup Day, customers get a free, collectible reusable holiday cup when they buy any handcrafted holiday beverage, at participating stores while supplies last.
In both 2024 and 2025, Red Cup Day fell exactly one week after the holiday menu launch, on a Thursday. If Starbucks follows the same pattern, Red Cup Day 2026 would land on Thursday, November 12, but treat that date as a prediction until Starbucks confirms it. Cups go fast, so arriving early in the day gives you the best chance.
Starbucks Holiday Merchandise 2026
- Holiday Bearista collection (Nov. 5) â Bearista-themed drinkware, a plush keychain and matching accessories.
- Holiday Village collection (Nov. 5) â keepsakes inspired by the original Pike Place Market store in Seattle.
- Peppermint Mocha collection (Nov. 5) â retro-style cold cups, tumblers and espresso cups.
- Winter Wonderland collection (Nov. 17) â cool-toned drinkware with wintry textures.
- Bearista Glass Cold Cup â returning this season, with the release date still to be announced.
How Long Does the Starbucks Holiday Menu Last?
The holiday menu usually runs from early November into the first week of January. Last season, the holiday lineup gave way to the winter menu on January 6, 2026. Individual items can sell out sooner, especially merchandise, cake pops and limited syrups, so popular drinks may disappear at some stores before the official switch.
Tips for Ordering Starbucks Holiday Drinks
- Order ahead in the Starbucks app. Launch week and Red Cup Day bring long lines, and the app shows exactly which holiday items your store has in stock.
- Make it lighter. Ask for nonfat or almond milk, fewer pumps of syrup, or no whipped cream to cut calories and sugar.
- Try a different form. Most returning holiday flavors work hot, iced or as a Frappuccino, so you can enjoy them even on a warm November day.
- Mix flavors. A pump of peppermint in a Tiramisu Velvet Latte or a White Chocolate Mocha is an easy custom holiday drink.
For calories by drink, see our Starbucks nutrition guide. For current prices across the full menu, see the Starbucks menu with prices.
Starbucks Holiday Menu FAQs
When does the Starbucks holiday menu come out in 2026?
Thursday, November 5, 2026, at participating Starbucks stores in the US.
What is new on the Starbucks holiday menu this year?
The Tiramisu Velvet Latte (hot or iced), Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew, Apple Pomegranate Refresher and its coconut-milk Snowy Apple version, plus the Bearista Cake Pop and Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese.
Is the Peppermint Mocha back in 2026?
Yes. The Peppermint Mocha returns on November 5, 2026, along with the Caramel Brulée Latte, Sugar Cookie Latte and Gingerbread Chai.
When is Red Cup Day 2026?
Starbucks has not announced the date. Based on the last two years, it is likely to be one week after launch, around November 12, 2026.
When does the Starbucks holiday menu end?
Usually in the first week of January, when the winter menu launches. Items can sell out earlier at individual stores.