Starbucks Just Debuted Its Winter Menu for 2023—Here’s Your Sneak Peek
Updated: Jan. 31, 2023
2023 is already looking up, thanks to Starbucks.
Starbucks couldn’t stop rolling out menu items in 2022. The chain debuted brand-new refreshers—like the Pineapple Passionfruit Refresher—as part of its summer menu in June, the Pumpkin Spice Latte earlier than ever in August and a legendary holiday menu in December.
It was a solid year for the coffee giant—but Starbucks’ 2023 menu already looks like it will be even better. And don’t forget about all of the secret drinks you can order along with it!
The brand-new winter items at Starbucks this year are as indulgent—if not more so—than the seasonal items we’ve come to love. Here’s a look at what your next Starbucks order might look like.
The Pistachio Latte Is Back!
The Pistachio Latte was a hot seller during its release and in its comeback the year after, so Starbucks decided to bring it back again for a third year in 2023. This latte is made with steamed milk and notes of nutty pistachio, then finished with comforting salted brown butter. Yum!
That’s not all—Starbucks will also have the return of a Pistachio Frappuccino, a cold and creamy version of the Pistachio Latte.
Pistachio lovers are in for even more of a treat this season with the chain’s latest drink drop—a Pistachio Cream Cold Brew. The smooth Starbucks cold brew with vanilla syrup, topped with a pistachio cream cold foam and salted brown-butter sprinkles is the latest Winter menu addition.
There’s no doubt that, according to Starbucks’ winter menu, Pistachio may just be the flavor of the year.
There’s a New Starbucks Winter Feels Menu
A key—not to mention, amazing—Starbucks perk is the ability to customize drinks! From everyone’s favorite Starbucks secret menu twists to simple additions of syrups, milks and espresso shots across the beverage board, customizations can undoubtedly raise any Starbucks sip to the next level.
Now, the Starbucks app will allow customers to order some specially customized drinks from a new Starbucks Winter Feels Menu! A list of suggested beverage customizations will appear on the app’s home screen. And we can confirm, it has beverages for all the feels.
In the mood for a spontaneous thrill? Try an “Adventure-Going,” which is simply an Iced White Chocolate Mocha with Pistachio Cream Cold Foam to add to even more of the winter menu pistachio delights. Need to focus at work or on a task? A “Focus Mode,” aka a Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew with Brown Sugar Syrup, will certainly do the caffeinated trick. And if you want to feel nice and toasty, then the “Warm Fuzzies,” or a Matcha Latte with Oatmilk & Peppermint Syrup, is the green drink for you.
But you’ll have to act fast on this rollercoaster of beverage emotions! These suggested customization options will only be on the home screen of the app for the next week. And, a new Starbucks Classical Pop playlist full of string quartet bops of your favorite pop hits will be available while sitting with all these beverage feels.
What Food Will Be Back on the Menu?
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, the Starbucks menu will also see us indulging in the Red Velvet Loaf once again. It’s the peak of sweetness topped with frosting and makes for a delicious dessert—or snack. We’re more than happy to see it heading back to stores.
Starbucks is also featuring its Impossible Breakfast Sandwich and a Bacon, Sausage and Egg Wrap. Both should make for a great grab n’ go breakfast to start your day.
There’s a New Line of Starbucks Merch, Too
You might know by now how much we adore Starbucks cups. If it has the classic logo and a cute design, it belongs in our cabinet. For 2023, the chain is releasing a pretty pastel and floral drinkware line that we can’t get enough of.
The line features some seriously adorable ceramic mugs with pastel blue, yellow and purple flowers. Plus, there are some bold new tumblers that we’re dying to get our hands on. So while it may still be winter, Starbucks’ latest merch is helping us already imagine the sweet blossoms of spring.
And what are new cups without homemade coffee to enjoy in them? The chain’s Tribute Blend has returned to its menu, as well as two new reserve coffees from Guatemala and Ethiopia. We can’t wait to pick them up!
True to form, Starbucks’ 2023 menu has already started the new year on the right foot. Here’s to a year full of good coffee!
Inspired by: Starbucks Chai Tea Latte
My family loves this comforting chai tea latte recipe, especially on cold days instead of cocoa or when they're feeling under the weather. I simplified this chai tea recipe by using the filter basket of our coffeepot. It's delicious and great after dinner! —Julie Plummer, Sykesville, Maryland
Inspired by: Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars
You can make Starbucks cranberry bliss bars any time you please with this step-by-step copycat recipe. It makes an entire pan of bars that taste just like the real deal. —Molly Allen, Hood River, Oregon
Inspired by: Starbucks Egg Bites
You can substitute Gruyere cheese for the Swiss and ham for the bacon, or add in small-cut veggies to these copycat Starbucks egg bites. I also like to bake these in small Mason jars for fun single-portion presentations. Serve with avocado slices and fresh fruit for a healthy breakfast. —Maria Morelli, West Kelowna, British Columbia
Inspired by: Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino
I love caramel frappuccinos from Starbucks, but they get too expensive. I now make my own, and they are just as good. If you blend the milk with all the other ingredients, it gets too foamy—instead stir it in with a spoon after all the ice is crushed. —Heather Egger, Davenport, Iowa
Inspired by: Starbucks Roasted Ham, Swiss and Egg Sandwich
On a busy morning, these freezer breakfast sandwiches save the day. A hearty combo of eggs, Canadian bacon and cheese will keep you fueled through lunchtime and beyond. —Christine Rukavena, Taste of Home Senior Editor
Inspired by: Starbucks Cold Brew Coffee
Cold brewing reduces the acidity of coffee, which enhances its natural sweetness and complex flavors. Even those who take hot coffee with sugar and cream might find themselves sipping cold brew plain. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Or if you rather buy it at the store, our Test Kitchen team found the very best options to kick start your mornings.
Inspired by: Starbucks Everything Bagel
Who has time to make from-scratch bagels? You do, with this easy recipe! The chewy golden bagels offer a hint of honey and will win over even the pickiest eaters. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Inspired by: Starbucks Salted Caramel Mocha
You can easily indulge in a coffeehouse-quality drink at home anytime. With whipped cream and a butterscotch drizzle, this mocha treat will perk up even the sleepiest person at the table. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Inspired by: Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf
I created a copycat Starbucks gingerbread loaf that’s the perfect addition to my holiday baking. Served with a thick layer of frosting, it’s delicious with a cup of coffee. —Risa Lichtman, Portland, Oregon
Inspired by: Starbucks Iced Coffee
When my sister introduced me to iced coffee, I wasn’t sure I’d like it. Not only did I love it, but I decided to start making my own iced coffee recipe. This easy version is a refreshing alternative to hot coffee. —Jenny Reece, Lowry, Minnesota
Inspired by: Starbucks Iced Lemon Loaf
My family always asks for this love-me-tender lemon loaf cake. Sometimes, I shake things up and make cupcakes with the batter. So awesome for brunch! —Lola Baxter, Winnebago, Minnesota
Inspired by: Starbucks Honey Oatmilk Latte
We combine rich molasses, golden honey and a host of spices to create this warm and comforting beverage.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Inspired by: Starbucks Berry Trio Parfait
Homemade granola layered with fresh fruit and yogurt makes a superb breakfast. Sometimes I skip the parfait step to enjoy it on a hikes or picnics.—Donna Speirs, Kennebunk, ME
Inspired by: Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
Each sip of this spiced-just-right beverage from our very own baristas tastes like a piece of pumpkin pie! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Inspired by: Starbucks Double Chocolate Brownie
Coffee granules enhance the chocolate flavor in these amazingly fudgy brownies. Add chocolate chips to the batter and you’ve got some seriously irresistible treats. —Sarah Farmer, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Inspired by: Starbucks Caffe Mocha
When I'm sipping this delicious coffee, I almost feel like I'm visiting my favorite coffeehouse. —Jill Rodriguez, Gonzales, Louisiana
Inspired by: Starbucks Cheese Danish
The flaky layers of laminated dough and a sweet, cheese filling in the center make this Danish a natural to pair with hot coffee or tea. It’s as delicious for breakfast as it is for a late-night snack. —Nancy Mock, Colchester, Vermont
Inspired by: Starbucks Toasted Coconut Cold Brew
Cold-brew lattes are all the rage at coffee shops, but they're so easy to make at home. This coconut cold-brew version is ridiculously refreshing and it's vegan! —Natalie Larsen, Columbia, Maryland
Inspired by: Starbucks Pumpkin Bread
Skip the line and bake Starbucks pumpkin bread in your own kitchen. This copycat recipe may be even better than the original! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Inspired by: Starbucks Hot Chocolate
Each winter in early February my friends and I gather for an outdoor show called Mittenfest. We skip the Bloody Marys and fill our thermoses with these hot cocoas instead.
Inspired by: Starbucks Banana Walnut & Pecan Loaf
This quick bread is a family favorite, so I always try to have ripe bananas on hand for this recipe. I'm sure your family will love this tasty, nutty bread as much as mine does. —Susan Jones, La Grange Park, Illinois
Inspired by: Starbucks Peppermint Mocha
Make spirits bright with a minty mocha to share under the mistletoe or around the piano. I’ve also stirred in coffee liqueur instead of peppermint. —Lauren Brien-Wooster, South Lake Tahoe, California
Inspired by: Starbucks Iced Black Tea Lemonade
I have always loved iced tea with lemon, and this irresistible thirst-quencher takes it one step further. The lemonade gives this refreshing drink a nice color, too. —Gail Buss, New Bern, North Carolina
Inspired by: Starbucks Blueberry Scone
I love serving this blueberry scone recipe to visiting friends and family. I always make sure a have a few in the freezer. Just pop a frozen scone in the microwave for 20 seconds or so. —Joan Francis, Spring Lake, New Jersey
Inspired by: Starbucks Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
Skip the drive-thru and head straight to your kitchen to shake up this coffee drink. You only need four ingredients!
Inspired by: Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
I first made this recipe back in 1987 and have since made it many times over the years because it's my children's favorite muffin recipe. —Wendy Stenman
Inspired by: Starbucks Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
My soothing white hot chocolate is a great warm-up after a wintry day spent sledding or ice skating. Or include it as a festive addition to brunch or an afternoon tea party. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Inspired by: Starbucks Chocolate Chip Cookie
My take on the classic cookie is inspired by a bakery in California called Hungry Bear. It's big, thick and chewy—truly the best chocolate chip cookie recipe. —Irene Yeh, Mequon, Wisconsin
