Introduction:In recent years, Starbucks has adjusted the prices of several popular beverages, with reasons including global inflation and reduced production of Brazilian coffee beans. This article details the latest pricing information for espresso, Frappuccino, iced tea, and cold brew iced coffee, along with reference prices for the Frappuccino Gift Box. Additionally, for the popular whiskey barrel-aged cold brew, we share practical steps for making it at home and recommended coffee bean varieties to help coffee enthusiasts better understand the characteristics of these drinks and the secrets to brewing them yourself.

In recent years, many consumers have noticed that the prices of several Starbucks beverages have been adjusted. This wave of price increases is mainly due to post-pandemic global inflation, which has led to rising labor and logistics costs. In addition, Brazil, Starbucks’ primary coffee bean supplier, has experienced abnormal weather in recent years, resulting in a sharp decline in coffee bean production. This has further driven up international coffee futures prices. These factors have prompted Starbucks to adjust its prices multiple times over the past two years.

Below is a compilation of the latest beverage prices at Starbucks for consumer reference when making purchases:

I. Espresso Series

Mocha (venti) is priced at 39 RMB, grande at 36 RMB, and tall at 33 RMB. For lattes or cappuccinos with oat milk, soy milk, whole milk, or skim milk, venti is 36 RMB, grande 33 RMB, and tall 30 RMB. Vanilla or hazelnut latte venti is 39 RMB, grande 36 RMB, and tall 33 RMB. Americano is 33 RMB for venti, 30 RMB for grande, and 27 RMB for tall. Caramel Macchiato is 40 RMB for venti, 37 RMB for grande, and 34 RMB for tall. Flat White is 35 RMB for venti, 38 RMB for grande, and 41 RMB for tall.

II. Frappuccino Series

Espresso Frappuccino is 39 RMB for venti, 36 RMB for grande, and 33 RMB for tall. Caramel Frappuccino is also 39 RMB for venti, 36 RMB for grande, and 33 RMB for tall. Mocha Chips Frappuccino is 42 RMB for venti, 39 RMB for grande, and 36 RMB for tall. Hazelnut Mocha Frappuccino is also 42 RMB for venti, 39 RMB for grande, and 36 RMB for tall. Mocha Frappuccino (standard item) is 39 RMB for venti, 36 RMB for grande, and 33 RMB for tall. Chocolate Frappuccino is 39 RMB for venti, 36 RMB for grande, and 33 RMB for tall. Matcha and Vanilla Frappuccino are both 37 RMB for venti, 34 RMB for grande, and 31 RMB for tall. Mango Passionfruit Frappuccino is 37 RMB for venti, 34 RMB for grande, and 31 RMB for tall. There is also a Mocha Frappuccino (possibly a duplicate item) at 42 RMB for venti, 39 RMB for grande, and 42 RMB for tall.

III. Iced Tea Series

Iced Peach Oolong Tea is 40 RMB for venti, 37 RMB for grande, and 34 RMB for tall. Iced Blackcurrant Tea is 34 RMB for venti, 31 RMB for grande, and 28 RMB for tall. Iced Lemon Tea is 32 RMB for venti, 29 RMB for grande, and 26 RMB for tall.

IV. Cold Brew Iced Coffee Series

Cold Brew Iced Coffee is 40 RMB for venti, 37 RMB for grande, and 34 RMB for tall. Tahitian-style Soft Cloud Cold Brew is also 40 RMB for venti, 40 RMB for grande, and 37 RMB for tall. Nitro Cold Brew is 48 RMB for tall.

V. Frappuccino Gift Box Series

Starshine Series (6-pack) is 348 RMB, Starjoy Series (8-pack) is 458 RMB, and Stargaze Series (10-pack) is 598 RMB.

Among the many Starbucks beverages, the cold brew made from coffee beans processed with whiskey barrel aging has always had a loyal following. Since this type of bean is not regularly available and is usually released in limited quantities every two years, many consumers are curious about how they can enjoy a similar flavor at home. In fact, by choosing the right beans, you can easily replicate this distinctive cold brew.

Currently, there is a Sherry coffee bean from the Mocha Estate in the Mazagua region of Honduras on the market that uses a wine barrel fermentation process. This technique is inspired by winemaking, where the coffee beans are exposed to trace amounts of oxygen within the wine barrel during fermentation, promoting moderate oxidation. This not only softens tannins but also gradually transforms the original fruity notes into rich, layered wine-like aromas. The characteristics of the barrel itself also help preserve tannins, further adding complexity to the coffee’s flavor.

This type of bean is suitable for cold brew, espresso, and drip extraction. After brewing, it often exhibits pronounced fermented wine notes, vanilla cream, and nutty tones. To make cold brew at home, simply prepare a clean, airtight container along with filtration material (such as coffee filters, tea bags, or high-density sieves). It is recommended to use 30 grams of coffee grounds with about 400 milliliters of cold water, mixing at a 1:13 coffee-to-water ratio, then letting it sit in the refrigerator for 8 to 12 hours. After filtering, you can enjoy this uniquely flavored cold brew.

The above content is compiled by CoffeeHunters, a coffee news website.