Starbucks is shaking things up this March, and not everyone will be thrilled.
Starting March 4, several popular (and some not-so-popular) drinks will disappear from menus nationwide. The move is part of Starbucks’ new strategy to simplify its offerings, speed up service, and improve consistency.
So, if you’ve got a go-to Frappuccino or seasonal favorite, now’s the time to check if it’s on the chopping block. Here’s the full scoop on what’s leaving, what’s staying, and what’s coming next.
Which Drinks Are Leaving the Starbucks Menu in March?
According to Starbucks, these drinks are getting the boot because they’re either rarely ordered, take too long to make, or are too similar to other options. Here’s the full list of discontinued drinks:
- Frappuccinos:
- Espresso Frappuccino
- Caffe Vanilla Frappuccino
- Java Chip Frappuccino
- White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino
- Chai Crème Frappuccino
- Caramel Ribbon Crunch Crème Frappuccino
- Double Chocolaty Chip Crème Frappuccino
- Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino
- White Chocolate Crème Frappuccino
- Other Beverages:
- White Hot Chocolate
- Royal English Breakfast Latte
- Iced Matcha Lemonade
- Honey Almondmilk Flat White
Why Is Starbucks Cutting These Drinks?
New Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol says the goal is to simplify the menu and focus on core favorites that customers love. By reducing the menu by 30%, Starbucks hopes to:
- Speed up wait times: Fewer options mean faster service.
- Improve drink quality: Baristas can focus on making drinks more consistently.
- Make room for new items: Simplifying the menu opens up space for seasonal and innovative drinks.
“We’re simplifying our menu to focus on fewer, more popular items, executed with excellence,” Starbucks said in a statement.
What’s New on the Starbucks Menu in March?
Don’t worry, Starbucks isn’t just taking things away. A few new drinks and snacks are hitting the menu this spring, along with the return of some fan-favorite flavors. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- New Drinks:
- Iced Cherry Chai
- Returning Favorites:
- Lavender Beverages (exact options to be announced soon)
- New Food Item:
- Jalapeño Chicken Pocket
How Will This Impact Starbucks Customers?
If your favorite drink is leaving the menu, now’s the time to grab one before March 4. However, Starbucks says these changes will help improve service and consistency, which could mean faster lines and fewer mistakes. Plus, with new seasonal drinks on the horizon, there’s always something new to try.
Starbucks’ March menu shake-up is all about simplifying the customer experience. While it’s bittersweet to say goodbye to some classic drinks, the promise of faster service and exciting new options might just make up for it. So, grab your favorite Frappuccino while you still can, and get ready to sip on something new this spring.
- Starbucks to Cut Several Drinks From Menu in March – See Which Ones - February 25, 2025
- Bitcoin Under $94K – Is This the Start of a New Crypto Winter? - February 25, 2025
- Why MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Obsession Could Shake Wall Street - February 24, 2025
