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Starting tomorrow: Strato Frappuccino brings cold foam and bold new textures

A reimagined version of the classic Starbucks Frappuccino

Starbucks Strato
Starbucks

Starting tomorrow, Starbucks lovers can try a new, reimagined version of the classic Frappuccino. The Starbucks Strato Frappuccino blended beverage features a new layered twist inspired by the Italian word Strato, which means layer. The new drink debuts tomorrow, July 8th, in three sweet flavors, each combining creamy cold foam with familiar flavors. These new drinks are for those looking for a more refined version of the classic Frappuccino, with a fresh take on familiar flavors. The new flavors include:

  • Brown Sugar Strato Frappuccino Blended Beverage: A blend of Frappuccino® Roast coffee, milk, and ice, layered with brown sugar-flavored cream cold foam. A blend of cinnamon is an elegant finishing touch.
  • Strawberry Matcha Strato Frappuccino Blended Beverage: A vibrant blend of Starbucks reformulated unsweetened matcha, classic syrup, milk, and ice, layered with juicy strawberry-flavored cream cold foam. 
  • Salted Caramel Mocha Strato Frappuccino Blended Beverage: A rich blend of the sweet flavors of chocolate and caramel, made with mocha sauce, Frappuccino® Roast coffee, milk and ice. The beverage is topped with a rich layer of salted caramel-flavored cream, cold foam, and a zigzag of caramel drizzle. 

“It’s the perfect time for a beverage like this,” says Susan Engdahl, who is part of the team at Starbucks that helped create the beverage. “Customers know and love Frappuccino, which gives them a new way to enjoy it. As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Frappuccino, we’re excited to offer a modern take on a classic beverage, with layers of flavor and creamy texture that customers are craving right now.” 

Emily Caldwell
Emily is a Features Writer at The Manual, where she specializes in food, beverage, and travel content. She focuses on weaving…
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