Starbucks Sakura Drinks Throughout The Years!
Karina Ikedo
Starbucks Japan’s sakura (cherry blossom) drinks are the highlight of spring! Every year, we can’t wait for these sweet, floral drinks that perfectly capture the beauty of cherry blossoms. From floral lattes to refreshing frappuccinos, there’s something for everyone. Each drink feels like a little escape into a spring wonderland!
Starbucks always brings the magic of spring with creamy, dreamy flavors and fun twists on classic favorites. With new and exciting flavors dropping yearly, seeing what they’ll create next is always a treat. So, come along as we stroll through the best Starbucks Sakura drinks from 2020 to 2024!
2024: Hanami Dango
Starbucks Japan’s 2024 sakura drinks were bursting with flavor, and the magic of hanami (cherry blossom viewing) was celebrated. The 2024 collection, themed cheers to sakura, featured two star beverages: the Hanami Dango Frappuccino and Hanami Sakura Cream.
The Hanami Dango Frappuccino brought the classic spring treat to life! It had tricolor dumplings, white bean paste, sakura and strawberry sauce, and soy milk. Topped with whipped cream and pink sakura feuilletine, it was delicious and super pretty too!
The Hanami Sakura Cream was the perfect cozy sip if you want something more mellow. It had spring blossom, caramel syrup, steamed milk, and crispy Sakura feuilletine for that nice little crunch. Plus, both drinks came in super cute cherry blossom-themed cups! And let’s not forget the Sakura Matcha with Sakura Jelly. It mixed Japanese matcha, milk, and cherry blossom jelly for a fun, chewy twist. Seriously, spring has never tasted so delicious!
2023: Sakura Strawberry
The 2023 sakura drinks were straight-up spring vibes! The Sakura Strawberry Latte was a total standout; it was sweet, creamy, and made for Instagram. Then, the Sakura Saku Saku Frappuccino came with sakura petals, sakura jelly, and strawberry-flavored macarons for that fun, crunchy twist.
The Sakura Soy Latte was a must-try if you’re into hot drinks! It had steamed soy milk, sakura strawberry sauce, and a sprinkle of pink silver sugar. These limited-time drinks captured the magic of hanami!
2022: Sakura Blossom
The Starbucks Japan’s Sakura 2022 Drinks were blooming with flavor and creativity! The Sakura Strawberry Shiratama Frappuccino stole the show! It had strawberry and cherry blossom flavors, whipped cream, and pink chocolate shavings. Plus, it came with chewy shiratama (dumpling-shaped rice cake) and pink yatsuhashi (rice flour Kyoto sweet).
Starbucks nailed 2022’s Sakura drinks with their delicate pink designs and sweet springtime vibes. The Sakura Saita Milk Latte mixed tart strawberry sauce with steamed milk, topped with cherry blossom latte art. These drinks were the perfect way to welcome spring!
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2021: Sakura Fuwari Berry
The first two Starbucks sakura drinks of 2021 were total showstoppers. First up, the Sakura Fuwari Berry Frappuccino was a creamy mix of sakura strawberry sauce and tangy raspberry panna cotta. It was topped with whipped cream, dried strawberries, and vanilla sponge cake crumbs. It was like sipping on the beauty of cherry blossoms just starting to bloom.
Then, there was the Sakura Fuwari Berry Milk Latte, a cozy mix of cherry blossom strawberry sauce and smooth steamed milk. Both drinks balanced sweet and tart berry flavors, capturing the true spirit of spring’s first blooms.
2020: Sakura Milk
These 2020 spring drinks were all about adding floral magic to your season! First up, the Sakura Milk Pudding Frappuccino: creamy milk, sakura strawberry sauce, and a hint of sakura extract. Topped with pink rice crackers shaped like cherry blossoms, it was an Instagram dream!
Next, the Sakura Milk Latte was a non-coffee treat that mixed warm milk and cherry blossom strawberry sauce. It was perfect for sipping while wandering Japan’s sakura spots. Then came the Sakura Sakuranbo Frappuccino. It was a creamy mix of cherry blossoms and strawberries, with a rich cherry sauce and colorful konpeito (sugar-coated rice crackers). They all perfectly captured the beauty and flavors of spring’s first blooms!
Why were these Starbucks sakura drinks so memorable?
Starbucks Japan’s sakura drinks are popular because they capture the essence of spring with their sweet, floral flavors and charming toppings reminiscent of cherry blossoms. Each seasonal offering provides a unique experience, from the creamy Sakura Milk Latte to the Instagram-worthy Sakura Sakuranbo Frappuccino. These drinks are a beautiful and delicious way to welcome the season of blooms.
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