A festive new Starbucks Frappuccino joins the summer menu—but you can only get it this week
Meet the Firework Frappuccino, a layered, berry-loaded treat that's only on the menu for one week—from Tuesday, July 1 to Monday, July 7—at Starbucks locations around the country (while supplies last).
This colorful blended drink hits the Independence Day trifecta with red, white and blue layers that look like they're straight out of a fireworks show. It's a visually patriotic vibe, but this cool bev delivers on flavor, too. Starbucks starts with its tangy Summer-Berry Refresher and blends it with creamy coconut milk for a smooth, slightly tropical base. It's then poured over raspberry-flavored pearls that burst with a juicy surprise in every sip. A bold swirl of strawberry purée adds that classic firecracker red, while vanilla sweet cream cold foam gives it a silky white cloud on top. The result? A refreshing, tangy-sweet sipper that's fruity, creamy and totally summer-ready.
Whether you're hitting the beach, heading to a BBQ or just trying to cool off in the heat, the Firework Frappuccino has serious summer energy that will keep you going. It's cold, it's vibrant and it's got just enough berry kick to keep you coming back for more.
Like a good fireworks show, however, this treat won't last long. So, if you're craving something cool and festive to toast Independence Day, now's the time. Get it before it's gone—because nothing says "summer" quite like a brain freeze in red, white and blue.
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