Starbucks Spring 2026 Full Breakdown: Ube, Lavender, and Watermelon Matcha
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Starbucks rolled out its Spring 2026 menu with a strong ube and coconut theme across the lineup, then followed it up weeks later with a second wave of tropical Energy Refreshers and a new Iced Ube Coconut Cream Shaken Espresso. There’s a lot here. We’ve tried the key items and ranked the ones worth your time.
The Spring 2026 Lineup, Ranked
#1: Iced Ube Coconut Macchiato
The purple standout of the season. Espresso layered with coconut milk and topped with ube coconut cream cold foam. The macchiato format means the espresso hits first, then the foam folds in as you drink down. Ube flavor is earthy and subtly sweet without tipping into artificial territory. Multiple outlets called this the clear winner of the spring menu, and we agree.
#2: Iced Lavender Cream Chai
Chai with lavender cream cold foam. The lavender is measured, not overwhelming, which is exactly what these drinks need to work. The chai spice carries the flavor, the foam keeps it smooth. This is the most broadly appealing drink on the menu and will likely outsell everything else.
#3: Toasted Coconut Cream Cold Brew
Cold brew topped with toasted coconut cream cold foam. Simple, effective, and a natural extension of cold brew for anyone who already drinks it regularly. The coconut foam adds sweetness without milk heaviness.
#4: Iced Ube Coconut Cream Shaken Espresso
Part of the second-wave April additions. Shaken espresso with coconut milk and ube coconut cream. More energetic than the macchiato, and a good option for afternoons when you want something cold and strong with the ube flavor.
#5: Starbucks Energy Refreshers
New as of April 7. Three flavors featuring natural caffeine from green coffee extract. Worth knowing about if you’re looking for a lower-calorie caffeine option, though the flavor profile is lighter than the espresso-forward drinks above.
Make Ube Drinks at Home
Butterfly brand ube extract is the one to get. Authentic flavor, long shelf life.