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The Lowdown on the Starbucks Summer Drinks Menu for 2024

by: Abigail Ford

Published on Oct 16th 2024

Check out the Starbucks summer drinks and spend the summer months sipping in style. Looking for summer bucket list ideas? Wondering what are the summer drinks at Starbucks? Try working your way through the Starbucks cold drinks menu. Just like the Starbucks Christmas drinks, fall drinks and spring drinks, the summer Starbucks menu changes every year.

Make sure you grab the newest summer drink before pool party season is over. Also, if you’re looking for any summer gifts, a gift card for the newest Starbucks menu items is an ideal option.

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Starbucks Summer Drinks Menu

Staple Hot Lattes

Starbuck Summer Drinks Latte — *Starbucks offers staple hot lattes, no matter the season (via Canva)*

Even during the hottest days of summer, some coffee lovers prefer to stick with the classics. Starbucks offers staple hot lattes, no matter the season. These creamy, espresso-based drinks combine steamed milk with rich espresso for a velvety-smooth experience. Popular options like the Vanilla Latte and the Cinnamon Dolce Latte deliver a delicate balance of sweetness and spice, making them a go-to for those who crave a familiar favorite.

Anyone seeking a lighter option can go with the Skinny Vanilla Latte. Each latte can be customized with non-dairy milk or sugar-free syrups, keeping these staple hot lattes versatile for the summer.

Staple Drip Coffees

For those who prefer a simple and robust brew, Starbucks’ staple drip coffees are a staple year-round. These straightforward offerings include:

Pike Place Roast: This medium-roast coffee is smooth and balanced with subtle hints of cocoa and toasted nuts. It's a great all-day coffee with enough body to satisfy even the most discerning coffee drinkers.
Dark Roast: Taste deep, robust taste with smoky undertones, ideal for a caffeine boost that’s both flavorful and satisfying.
Blonde Roast: Enjoy a smooth, mellow profile with subtle citrusy notes. This lighter roast retains a full-bodied flavor but offers a gentler, slightly sweeter coffee experience.

Each drip coffee option can be customized with your choice of cream, sugar or flavored syrups to enhance the experience. We recommend trying the new lavender powder for a summer twist. These drip coffees provide a classic pick-me-up for coffee enthusiasts who don’t enjoy iced.

Iced Starbucks Summer Drinks

Which drinks are best in summer? It’s tough to beat the iced Starbucks seasonal drinks! Looking for summer date ideas? Take your partner to Starbucks for a fun new drink and then a stroll around town. There’s plenty here to try.

Summer Skies Drink

What is the Summer Skies Drink at Starbucks? It’s a visually stunning blend of tropical flavors and creamy coconut milk served over ice. Layers of blue spirulina and mango juice create an eye-catching gradient reminiscent of a summer sky at sunset.

With tropical sweetness balanced by the creamy coconut milk, this drink offers a velvety, exotic flavor profile. At around 180 calories per 16 oz, it’s a slightly richer option, perfect for sipping while enjoying a warm day outdoors. This Starbucks summer drink is both visually and tastefully uplifting.

Summer-Berry Starbucks Refreshers Beverage

The Summer-Berry Starbucks Refreshers Beverage is a light and fruity drink featuring a blend of real fruit juices, including berries like strawberry and raspberry, mixed with green coffee extract for a gentle caffeine boost. The polar opposite of a Starbucks winter drink, it’s served over ice and offers a refreshing pick-me-up, ideal for steamy summer days.

The balance of sweetness from the berries and tartness from the fruit juice creates a delicious and refreshing experience. At only around 90 calories per 16 oz serving, this Starbucks summer drink is perfect for those looking for a light yet energizing option (and one we think should be on the Starbucks spring drinks menu too)

Summer-Berry Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers Beverage

For a tangy twist, the Summer-Berry Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers Beverage combines the same berry flavors with a zesty lemonade base. The tartness of the lemonade pairs wonderfully with the sweetness of strawberries and raspberries, resulting in a bold, invigorating summer sip.

It’s both thirst-quenching and energizing, thanks to the green coffee extract. Each 16 oz serving has about 110 calories, making it a light and refreshing Starbucks summer drink.

Plus, while the Starbucks summer drinks prices can vary, the refreshers tend to be a little cheaper than your average drink.

Melon Burst Iced Energy

The Melon Burst Iced Energy drink offers a refreshing blast of melon flavor combined with a sparkling energy base for a yummy summer treat. Infused with melon puree and a hint of cucumber for a crisp finish, this drink is the perfect amount of energy for anyone planning summer dinner ideas after finishing out a hot summer’s work day.

With approximately 120 calories per 16 oz, it’s a flavorful yet energizing Starbucks summer drink, ideal for an afternoon pick-me-up.

Tropical Citrus Iced Energy

Iced Energy Drinks Starbucks Summer — *The Iced Energy Drink range (via Starbucks)*

For a citrusy, zesty option, the Tropical Citrus Iced Energy drink delivers bright flavors of pineapple, orange and lime combined with the same sparkling energy base. This drink is tangy, refreshing and designed to wake up your senses with every sip.

Perfect for those who enjoy a punch of tropical fruits, it’s an energizing and refreshing Starbucks summer drink. With about 130 calories per 16 oz serving, this drink gives you the energy to come up with the coolest summer party themes without excess calories.

So, after all this, what is Starbucks' most popular drink? Well, according to World Mestrics, the most-ordered Starbucks drink is the Caramel Frappuccino. This proves that the Starbucks drinks menu truly has something for everyone. When the seasons change, check back here for the best Starbucks fall drinks too.

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