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Starbucks Summer 2026 Menu: New Drinks, Refreshers & S’mores

Starbucks Summer Menu

The Starbucks summer 2026 menu is one of the brand’s most colourful line-ups in years, leaning hard into tropical fruit, coconut, and a nostalgic favourite that hasn’t been seen since 2020. If you’ve been wondering what’s actually new at Starbucks this summer, here’s the full rundown, in the order the drinks rolled out.

What’s new on the Starbucks summer 2026 menu

Starbucks staggered its summer launch across several drops rather than one big reveal. Here’s everything at a glance before the details.

Drink What’s in it Availability
Tropical Butterfly Refresher Passionfruit & guava flavors, mango-pineapple pearls, butterfly pea flower (purple hue) From May 12
Iced Horchata Shaken Espresso Returning fan favorite — horchata-inspired shaken espresso From May 12
Horchata Frappuccino New blended horchata-inspired Frappuccino From May 12
Iced Blue Coconut Matcha Iced matcha, toasted coconut cold foam, mango, blue spirulina From June 16
Blue Coconut Refresher Coconut, strawberry & açaí flavors with blue spirulina From June 16
S’mores Frappuccino Back for the first time in six years From July 1
S’mores Cold Brew Cold brew with marshmallow cold foam From July 1
Blended Energy Refreshers Mango Dragonfruit or Mango Strawberry Lemonade, blended with real fruit and customizable energy From July 14

Tropical Refreshers take centre stage

The season kicked off on May 12 with the Tropical Butterfly Refresher. It blends passionfruit and guava flavours with chewy mango-pineapple pearls, then adds a splash of butterfly pea flower infusion that gives the drink its striking natural purple colour. It’s easily the most photogenic drink of the summer.

Alongside it, the horchata line returned and expanded. The Iced Horchata Shaken Espresso came back by popular demand, joined by a brand-new Horchata Frappuccino for anyone who prefers it blended and frosty.

The Blue Coconut drinks

On June 16, Starbucks leaned into the “blue drink” trend. The Iced Blue Coconut Matcha layers iced matcha with toasted coconut cold foam, mango, and blue spirulina, while the Blue Coconut Refresher mixes coconut, strawberry, and açaí flavours with that same eye-catching blue spirulina.

S’mores is back after six years

The nostalgia play of the summer: the S’mores Frappuccino returned on July 1 for the first time in six years, with Starbucks Rewards members getting early access on June 30. It arrived alongside a new S’mores Cold Brew topped with marshmallow cold foam.

Blended Energy Refreshers (from July 14)

Rounding out the season, the new Blended Energy Refreshers join the menu on July 14, in Mango Dragonfruit Lemonade and Mango Strawberry Lemonade. They’re blended with ice and real fruit pieces, and you can customise the energy level.

Frequently asked questions

When did the Starbucks summer 2026 menu launch?

The main summer menu arrived on May 12, 2026, with more drinks dropping on June 16, July 1, and July 14.

Is the S’mores Frappuccino back in 2026?

Yes. It returned on July 1, 2026 for a limited time — its first appearance in six years — alongside a new S’mores Cold Brew.

What is the purple Starbucks drink this summer?

That’s the Tropical Butterfly Refresher, and its purple colour comes from a butterfly pea flower infusion.

Are these drinks available everywhere?

These launches are for Starbucks in the U.S. Availability can vary by country and store, so check the Starbucks app for your location.

For the official announcements, see the Starbucks newsroom.

Disclaimer: BrandsDrive is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Starbucks. All product names and trademarks belong to their respective owners. Menu items, availability, and prices vary by location and are subject to change; details are accurate as of publication (July 2026). Always check the official Starbucks app or website for the latest information.
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