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The Starbucks Summer Menu Includes A New Horchata Shaken Espresso

Nadi Meyer

While I’m still obsessing over Starbucks’ spring menu (and all of the secret menu iterations for the new Iced Cherry Chai and Lavender Cold Foam), it’s no secret that summer is just around the corner. Schools are gearing up for summer break, vacations are being planned, and warm beach days with picnic lunches are getting closer every day. Whether you’re a coffee fan or just looking for an icy beverage, the Starbucks summer menu is coming to cool you down as the temps heat up with new and returning favorites alike. 

What new drinks are on the Starbucks summer menu for 2025?

To this day, I still grieve the loss of Starbucks’ Horchata Almond Milk Frappuccino that debuted in 2017 and featured a blend of almond milk, caramel, cinnamon sugar sprinkles, and cinnamon dolce syrup. Thankfully, Starbucks is bringing Horchata back for summer. This year, the Starbucks summer menu features a brand new Iced Horchata Oatmilk Shaken Espresso. Inspired by the Spanish beverage, this new coffee beverage features a blend of Starbucks’ roasted espresso combined with the sweet, milky, and cinnamon-packed flavors of Horchata.  

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What drinks are returning to the Starbucks Summer menu?

If you were obsessed with the Summer-Berry refreshers last year, Starbucks has some good news for you. The coffee company is bringing back both the Starbucks Summer Skies Drink and the Summer-Berry Lemonade Refresher in 2025.

The Summer Skies Drink features raspberry, blueberry, and blackberry flavors for a refreshing beverage packed with summer fruit flavors. Like the Midnight Drink and Pink Drink, the Summer Skies Drink is a refresher mixed with coconut milk for extra creaminess, and it’s topped with popping raspberry-flavored pearls for extra texture and flavor. 

If you prefer cold lemonade on a hot summer’s day, the returning Starbucks Summer-Berry Lemonade also features the same berry flavors, but rather than coconut milk, the base is combined with lemonade for a refreshing kick of citrus.

What new food is on the Starbucks summer menu for 2025?

Starbucks is adding some sweetness to summer with a brand new Strawberries & Cream Cake Pop. Like some of the other adorable seasonal cake pops (for example, the Snowman Cake Pop on the Starbucks 2024 holiday menu), this new cake pop is designed to look just like a strawberry on a stick, with little white dots to mimic the look of the seeds. Plus, the strawberries and cream flavor is perfect for summer, and is bound to pair well with any of Starbucks’ beverages.

When is the Starbucks summer menu coming out in 2025?

While Starbucks hasn’t set an exact release date for the upcoming summer menu, we do know the returning drinks, new Iced Horchata Shaken Espresso, and new Strawberries & Cream Cake Pop will be appearing on menus nationwide sometime in May. For now, I’ll be savoring every last sip of the Iced Lavender Cream Oatmilk Latte before spring turns into summer. 

Nadi Meyer

George Mason '25

Nadi Meyer is part of the National Writer program at Spoon University, where they focus on exploring the ever-evolving world of food trends. From viral TikTok drinks to unexpected brand collabs, they break down what’s buzzing in the food space and why it’s capturing attention. In addition to trend coverage, Nadi occasionally dabbles in recipe development, bringing a creative twist to flavors that catch their interest.

Before joining Spoon University, Nadi spent nearly a decade in retail, where they sharpened their communication skills and developed a natural flair for sales pitches. From bookstore and grocery aisles to department stores and even a stint in video game management, their work experience is as versatile as it is people-focused. Nadi graduated from Brightpoint Community College in August 2022 with an associate’s degree in General Studies and is now pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Communications with a concentration in Media Production and Criticism at George Mason University. They expect to graduate in late 2025. Their roots in storytelling run deep, as Nadi also played a key role in rebuilding the journalism program at Thomas Dale High School, where they graduated with an advanced diploma in 2017.

Outside of writing, Nadi can usually be found hanging out with their nine-year-old rescue dog, Tiger, who’s equal parts anxious and adorable. A proud member of the cozy gaming community, they unwind with titles like “Palworld,” “Fields of Mistria,” and “Stardew Valley.” When they’re not farming for virtual wheat or battling in the mines, Nadi enjoys flexing their creative muscles through crafting and digital design, often diving into Canva or Adobe Creative Suite to bring their ideas to life. Whether it’s curating vibes in a game or on the page, Nadi is always chasing the perfect mix of comfort and creativity.