Starbucks typically releases its holiday menu and Christmas drinks in early November each year. For 2025, multiple outlets are reporting that the holiday menu dropped on Thursday, November 6, 2025, with popular seasonal drinks like Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, and Iced Gingerbread variants returning, along with new merchandise and limited-edition cups. Red Cup Day (when the reusable red holiday cup is offered with holiday drinks) is usually mid-November, around November 13, while additional returning favorites (such as Chestnut Praline Latte and Eggnog Latte) may join later in the season, depending on the location. What to expect and how to plan
- When drinks arrive: November 6, 2025, is the official launch date for the holiday menu in most Starbucks locations.
- Popular items: Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Iced Sugar Cookie Latte, and Iced Gingerbread Chai typically appear on the lineup, with red cups and seasonal cold foams available as add-ons or prompts.
- Cups and merch: Expect holiday-themed cups and possible limited-edition merchandise around the same launch window, sometimes staggered by region.
- Availability: Some items may rotate in or out mid-season, and certain store-specific menus (like protein-boosted cold foams or dairy-free options) can vary by location.
If you’d like, I can look up the exact launch details for your local Starbucks or provide a quick checklist of items to try once you’re in store.
