The collection will begin arriving in coffeehouses this November, according to the outlet.
- Yahoo! reports additional holiday merchandise arrives November 17, though this date may change.
- Yahoo! reports the original cup features a design resembling a winter cap in signature Starbucks green.
- Yahoo! reports select U.S. coffeehouses will stock the returning original version.
What is the Bearista Surprise Box Edition?
According to Yahoo!, the coffee chain is introducing the Bearista Glass Cold Cup – Surprise Box Edition. The outlet reports that each box will feature a “mystery Glass Bearista.” According to Yahoo!, this special release will be offered in limited quantities, while supplies last. Yahoo! notes the new mystery format is part of Starbucks’ broader holiday merchandise collection for 2026.
What Does the Original Bearista Cup Look Like?
According to Yahoo!, fans can also look forward to the original glass cup, which is shaped like a small bear. Yahoo! reports the top of the glass is designed to look like it’s wearing a winter cap in signature Starbucks green. According to Yahoo!, whether you are grabbing a Peppermint Mocha or another favorite, this glassware will return to select U.S. coffeehouses on December 1. Yahoo! notes that this comeback follows last year’s popularity of the cups. These reported release dates could still shift slightly prior to the official launch day.
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What we don’t know yet
- Official US pricing
- The cup’s fluid capacity in ounces
- How many different mystery variations are included in the surprise boxes
FAQ
What drinks are on the 2026 Starbucks holiday menu?
Returning beverages include the Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Sugar Cookie Latte and Gingerbread Chai, which arrive on November 5, Yahoo! says.
Timeline
- November 5, 2026: Yahoo! reports the holiday menu lands in coffeehouses.
- November 17, 2026: Yahoo! states Red Cup Day brings other holiday merchandise.
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