It's still summer at Starbucks! Here's a look at some classic Starbucks cold drinks with a cool twist.
Starbucks Just Debuted A Limited-Time Summer Menu, and We’re Seeing Brand-New Drinks
Updated on Aug. 15, 2023
It’s prime Starbucks summer menu season! Not long after Dunkin’ announced its summer treats and Dairy Queen shared its summer Blizzards, we heard news about brand-new summer drinks at Starbucks. And now, in the last few weeks of summer, Starbucks is celebrating with the debut of an all new Summer Remix menu. Summer can’t end until I have a Blended Iced Black Tea Lemonade in hand.
What’s on the Starbucks Summer Remix Menu?
The Summer Remix menu features a classic Starbies trio of customer-favorite cold drinks with cool, remixed twists. Get ready for some limited-time cold drink goodness that will make you never want summer to end.
Chocolate Cream Cold Brew with Caramel Syrup in a Caramel Lined Cup
Don’t want to say goodbye to the sweetness of summer? Indulge in a sweet drink! A Chocolate Cream Cold Brew with decadent caramel sauce will do the trick. And what’s better than a drink with caramel? A caramel lined cup to go with it. Starbucks says this drink provides a “sweet summer escape,” and we couldn’t agree more.
Iced Chai Tea Latte with Matcha Cream Cold Foam
Attention, tea lovers. This is the dream beverage for you. For a tea that’s “the best of both tea worlds” look no further than this Iced Chai Tea Latte topped with pillowy matcha cream cold foam. Yum.
Blended Iced Black Tea Lemonade
An iced tea lemonade is a summer go-to that never fails. And now, Starbucks is taking a classic iced black tea lemonade to the next level with this blended Iced Black Tea Lemonade. This drink brings all the summer vibes, according to Starbucks, thanks to a drink that creates a result “cooler than cool.”
With a menu this good, we never want summer to end!
What Else Is On the Starbucks Summer Menu?
Starbucks marked the start of summer with some enticing treats. I mean, seriously, this Starbucks summer drinks lineup might be the most refreshing yet.
White Chocolate Macadamia Cream Cold Brew
First, the all-new White Chocolate Macadamia Cream Cold Brew. I know we all love iced coffee, but cold brew has been taking over lately, and this Starbucks creation seems like one of the best takes I’ve seen. The drink features Starbucks’ signature cold brew topped with white chocolate macadamia cream cold foam and toasted cookie crumbles, and is sweetened with rich macadamia syrup. You can bet I’ll be ordering a grande at least twice a week.
Chocolate Java Mint Frappuccino
Prefer something a little mintier? The ‘bucks has added a chocolate java mint treat to the menu—the Chocolate Java Mint Frappuccino. This new frap features a blend of roast coffee and sweet chocolate along with some minty flavoring and Frappuccino chips, topped with a mocha sauce, whipped cream and chocolate cookie mint sprinkle topping. This seriously is the Starbucks version of mint chocolate chip ice cream, and we are certainly here for it.
Frozen Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers
Nothing says summer like lemonade, and Starbucks has us covered with the release of their new Frozen Lemonade Refreshers! The chain has released three frozen lemonade versions of some of their most beloved refreshers—Strawberry Açaí, Pineapple Passionfruit and Mango Dragonfruit.
The invention isn’t exactly new. Since 2012, customers and baristas alike have experimented with refreshers to create their own chilly frozen lemonade refreshers by adding coconut milk, lemonade or blending with ice. Now, however, Starbucks solidifies those experiments as a menu reality. And we’re already obsessed with what’s bound to be a beloved summer favorite.
Bumblebee Cake Pop
Of course, it’s not a coffee break without a treat. Starbucks added a brand-new Bumblebee Cake Pop to the lineup, which is as adorable as it sounds. This cake pop takes vanilla cake and combines it with a smooth buttercream dipped in some sweet yellow chocolaty icing. And of course, it features a precious bumble bee design! Perfect for the summer season.
Don’t feel like going out? Learn how to make Starbucks’ brown sugar shaken espresso or Green Tea Frappuccino at home. Or, customers can pick up the new Starbucks Green Apron Blend—a Starbucks blonde roast with dashes of Honeybell orange and graham crackers. For more Frappuccino at-home goodness, customers can also pick up the new Starbucks Frappuccino Mini Chilled Coffee Ready-To-Drink Beverage—available in caramel and white chocolate mocha flavors.
When Do Starbucks Summer Drinks Come Out?
Starbucks summer menu items are already available nationwide. The latest Summer Remix menu was unveiled Aug. 14 and, fans can order a remix via the home page of the Starbucks app for a limited time. Luckily, fans can still enjoy these drinks all year long with Starbucks customization tips. Whether you’re looking for a drink to cool down with or some chai matcha goodness, Starbucks has fans covered the rest of the summer.
Copycat Starbucks Recipes
Inspired by: Starbucks Caramel FrappuccinoI 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 SandwichOn 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 CoffeeCold 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.
Homemade BagelsOur easy bagel recipe lets you skip the store and make a dozen homemade bagels right in the comfort of your kitchen. Customize them with your favorite bagel toppings like everything bagel seasoning, poppy seeds or Asiago cheese.
Inspired by: Starbucks Salted Caramel MochaIf you crave cafe-style coffees at home, here's a recipe for caramel mocha. You can make this decadent, sweet recipe within a few minutes and have a drink that rivals what you'd get at a coffeehouse.
Inspired by: Starbucks Iced CoffeeWhen 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 LoafMy 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 LatteWe 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 ParfaitHomemade 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
Pumpkin Spice LatteYearning for a pumpkin spice latte but can’t wait for fall? It’s always PSL season with this pumpkin spice latte recipe, which uses real canned pumpkin for authentic autumnal flavor.
Inspired by: Starbucks Double Chocolate BrownieCoffee 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 MochaWhen I'm sipping this delicious coffee, I almost feel as if I'm visiting my favorite coffeehouse. —Jill Rodriguez, Gonzales, Louisiana
Inspired by: Starbucks Toasted Coconut Cold BrewCold-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 BreadSkip the line and bake Starbucks's pumpkin bread in your own kitchen. This copycat recipe is better than the original! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Inspired by: Starbucks Hot ChocolateEach 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.
Special Banana Nut BreadThis extra-special banana bread makes a wonderful gift for friends and neighbors. The recipe makes two loaves, so I can serve one and keep the other one in the freezer to use as a last-minute gift. —Beverly Sprague, Catonsville, Maryland
Inspired by: Starbucks Peppermint MochaMake 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 LemonadeI 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 SconeSave your precious summer blueberries for these blueberry scones! They’re so good, you’ll be thankful you get 16 scones out of the recipe.
Inspired by: Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese MuffinI 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 ChocolateMy 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
The Ultimate Chocolate Chip CookieEveryone has a favorite type of chocolate chip cookie—a little crispy, a little chewy—but they all have to begin with a basic chocolate chip cookie recipe. This is the best place to start! —Megumi Garcia, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
