Starbucks will release mystery Bearista glass cups in U.S. coffeehouses on November 10, followed by the original green-hat version on December 1. The company announced the two release dates on October 26. Red Cup Day falls between them, on November 17.
The November 10 collection is the Glass Bearista Cold Cup Surprise Box Edition. Each box contains a mystery character, with the design revealed when it is opened. Starbucks says the collection will be available in limited quantities, while supplies last.
The original Bearista Glass Cold Cup will return to select coffeehouses on December 1, also while supplies last. The original version wears a green hat. The October 26 announcement does not list prices or purchase limits for either release.
Red Cup Day is a separate promotion. On November 17, customers buying any handcrafted holiday beverage can receive a collectible, reusable holiday cup at participating stores, while supplies last. The reusable holiday cup offered with a drink is separate from the Bearista glass merchandise.
The holiday menu begins earlier, on November 5. Returning drinks include the Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Sugar Cookie Latte and Gingerbread Chai. New options include the Tiramisu Velvet Latte, offered hot or iced, and Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew, both topped with mascarpone cold foam and cocoa and coffee dusting.
November 5 also brings a Bearista-inspired cake pop and other holiday merchandise. The cake pop's launch is five days before the mystery glass cups arrive.
