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Starbucks Revives Apple Crisp Flavor Amid Rising Coffee Prices

9/19/2025

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Starbucks Revives Apple Crisp

Starbucks will bring back its Apple Crisp flavor nationwide on Oct. 14 due to customer demand.
New items include Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso and Apple Crisp Protein Cold Foam.
The Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso combines blonde espresso, apple, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
Starbucks is cutting back on buy one, get one free promotions to enhance quality and community engagement.
Coffee prices in the U.S. have increased nearly 21% year-over-year, affecting customer costs.

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Kirk Supporters Petition

Supporters of Charlie Kirk are petitioning Starbucks to add his favorite drink, mint majesty tea with two honeys, to the menu as a tribute.
Launched on Sept. 14, the petition seeks to honor Kirk's legacy after his death on Sept. 10.
By Sept. 17, the petition had received a modest number of signatures.
A California Starbucks faced backlash when a worker refused to write Kirk's name on a cup, citing a policy against political names.
Starbucks stated there is no official policy against political names and is investigating the incident.

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Historical Context

Starbucks faced significant challenges during the 2008 financial crisis, resulting in store closures and a shift in product strategy. By 2023, rising coffee prices increased by 21%, affecting consumer spending. The revival of the Apple Crisp flavor reflects Starbucks' historical pattern of reintroducing popular items to adapt to market demands, emphasizing its commitment to quality and community amidst changing economic conditions.

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Starbucks Revives Apple Crisp

Starbucks will bring back its Apple Crisp flavor nationwide on Oct. 14 due to customer demand.
New items include Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso and Apple Crisp Protein Cold Foam.
The Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso combines blonde espresso, apple, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
Starbucks is cutting back on buy one, get one free promotions to enhance quality and community engagement.
Coffee prices in the U.S. have increased nearly 21% year-over-year, affecting customer costs.

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