Sunday, February 23, 2025

Starbucks Fans Brace for Price Hike: 11 Popular Summer Drinks to Cost More

Yonhap News

Starbucks Korea announced on Monday that starting from November 1, it will raise the prices of 11 iced, non-coffee summer beverages by 200 won (approximately $0.14).

A representative from Starbucks stated, “We ask for your understanding regarding the price increase due to ongoing rises in direct and indirect costs,” and added, “Mobile gift cards for these items purchased before November can still be used without any additional charges.”

The beverages affected by this price increase include 2 blended drinks, 6 Frappuccino drinks, 1 Fizzio, and 2 Refresher drinks. All products will see a uniform price increase of 200 won (about $0.14).

Here’s the updated pricing for the affected items:

  • Strawberry Delight Yogurt Blended: 6,500 won (about $4.69)
  • Mango Passion Tea Blended: 5,400 won (about $3.90)
  • Java Chip Frappuccino: 6,500 won (about $4.69)
  • Double Espresso Chip Frappuccino: 6,500 won (about $4.69)
  • Caramel Frappuccino: 6,100 won (about $4.40)
  • Espresso Frappuccino: 5,700 won (about $4.11)
  • Jeju Matcha Cream Frappuccino: 6,500 won (about $4.69)
  • Chocolate Cream Chip Frappuccino: 6,200 won (about $4.47)
  • Cool Lime Fizzio: 6,100 won (about $4.40)
  • Strawberry Acai Lemonade Starbucks Refresher: 6,100 won (about $4.40)
  • Mango Dragonfruit Lemonade Starbucks Refresher: 6,100 won (about $4.40)

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