"All of our products start with exploration.” &nbsp;

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For Starbucks newest seasonal beverage, that exploration took creative and senior product developer, Matt Thornton, to a refreshingly blissful place — inspired by the perfect pairing of beloved favourites.&nbsp;&nbsp;

From the perfect Zen found in a Matcha Green Tea Latte to a crisp Strawberry Coconut Drink, flavours of strawberry and matcha have permanent homes on the Starbucks menu in Canada and have proven to be customer favourites year-round, whether it’s iced or hot. 

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It was that love for these two rich and dynamic flavours that sparked the creation of the new spring beverage. The Starbucks team set out to give Canadians a fresh new taste experience reminiscent of a relaxing day at the spa - a moment of refreshing bliss from the very first sip. Just as Canadians begin shedding their winter layers and transition to warmer days ahead, the Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte provides a rejuvenating feeling of springtime in a cup.

“Whether it’s a quiet walk in nature or a sweet escape at a spa or wellness retreat, we found inspiration in everyday moments. This inspired us to bring together the grounded earthiness of matcha, that first bite into a ripe, juicy strawberry with subtle notes of cucumber and a hint of lemon for a refreshing and balancing beverage experience when sipping on the new Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte.”&nbsp;

Matt and the Starbucks team wanted to capture that invigorating burst of spring when crafting the drink’s new signature strawberry syrup. Infused with lemon and cucumber, it’s combined with unsweetened matcha and a creamy oat beverage, along with a few tasty, real pieces of strawberry to add a burst of fruit and a gorgeous pop of colour.&nbsp; The result is a moment of refreshing bliss from the very first sip.&nbsp;

“Bringing these incredible flavours together just felt natural. Strawberry makes matcha even more approachable, introducing another layer of freshness without too much sweetness. We’re so excited to share a first taste with Canada this spring.”&nbsp;

The <a href="https://www.starbucks.ca/menu/product/2123737/iced">Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte</a> will be joining other popular seasonal non-dairy beverages like Starbucks Apple Crisp Oat Macchiato and Sugar Cookie Oat Latte. It’s available in stores as well as for delivery through Starbucks Delivers on Uber Eats, for a limited time.

Read more about the latest spring offerings at Starbucks here.&nbsp;

The new Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte features strawberry flavoured syrup combined with matcha and oat beverage to create a creamy drink mixed with real pieces of strawberry.

In bloom for spring and exclusively Canadian: Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte - Starbucks Canada

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In bloom for spring and exclusively Canadian: Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte

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Spring is in the air, and Starbucks is welcoming the season beginning Tuesday, March 7, with the introduction of a new Canadian exclusive beverage, the Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte, as well as the new Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew. Customers can enjoy the new beverages alongside new spring-inspired merchandise in stores, plus new and returning Starbucks packaged whole bean coffees with a refreshed look. &nbsp;

New Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte&nbsp;

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Meet your new Matcha Canada! The <a href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en-ca/stories/2023/in-bloom-for-spring-and-exclusively-canadian-iced-strawberry-oat-matcha-tea-latte/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">new Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte</a> is spring in a sip, pairing matcha green tea with the familiar, refreshing flavour of strawberry. The complex flavour profile of matcha is rich and earthy with mellow vegetal, grassy notes, an inherent sweet nuttiness and a pleasantly bitter finish. Strawberry flavoured syrup and real strawberry pieces artfully complement the matcha and creamy oat beverage, creating a refreshing and balanced experience to welcome the brighter (and warmer) months ahead.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Whether it’s a quiet walk in nature or a sweet escape at a spa or wellness retreat, we found inspiration in everyday moments that may provide pause and reinvigoration,” said Matthew Thornton, Starbucks beverage developer. "This inspired us to bring together the grounded earthiness of matcha, that first bite into a ripe, juicy strawberry with subtle notes of cucumber and a hint of lemon for a refreshing and balancing beverage experience when sipping on the new Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte.”&nbsp;

Starbucks customers in Canada will exclusively get the opportunity to taste the <a href="https://www.starbucks.ca/menu/product/2123737/iced" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Latte</a> this spring, while supplies last.&nbsp;

New Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew &nbsp;

The new <a href="https://www.starbucks.ca/menu/product/2123734/iced" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew</a> is sweetened with vanilla syrup and topped with a cinnamon caramel foam and a dusting of cinnamon dolce topping. Building on the love of Starbucks Cold Brew, which is handcrafted in small batches daily, slow-steeped in cool water for 20 hours, without touching heat, the new beverage delivers a gorgeous cascade of cold foam that is velvety smooth. The new Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew joins Starbucks core menu to give cold coffee fans a delicious new Cold Brew to enjoy all year long.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Taking inspiration from salted caramels and gooey sticky buns, the new Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew is a lovely balance of decadent baking flavours with a delicate and creamy cold foam topping that seamlessly blends into the coffee with each sip,” said Erin Marinan, Starbucks beverage developer. “This velvety smooth beverage provides customers with a fresh take on the fan-favourite caramel flavour.” &nbsp;

Must-Have Merchandise &nbsp;

Customers can also find a selection of <a href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en-ca/stories/2023/starbucks-adds-a-pop-of-colour-to-spring-with-seasonally-inspired-drinkware/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">spring inspired drinkware</a> featuring eye-catching combinations of bright hues to add a pop of colour to their favourite beverages this spring. As always, customers who want to make a small change in their routine and keep sustainability in mind can bring any clean, reusable cup into Starbucks and receive a $.10 discount on their order.

Seasonal Whole Bean Coffee &nbsp;

Celebrate Starbucks iconic dark roast with the return of <a href="https://www.starbucks.ca/menu/product/104/whole-bean?parent=%2Fat-home%2Fwhole-bean%2Fdark-roast" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Starbucks® Anniversary Blend,</a> the company’s darkest seasonal blend returning to Starbucks stores for a limited time. This dark roast blend is a returning favourite, with tasting notes of cedary spice and black truffle. Sourced exclusively from Indonesia, specifically Sumatra, West Java, &amp; Sulawesi regions, Starbucks® Anniversary Blend was created in 1996 to celebrate the company’s 25th anniversary. The siren is the star of the bag, with each Anniversary Blend having its very own uniquely created siren. &nbsp;

For the first time in 10 years, Starbucks is debuting new designs on its whole bean coffee packages. Inspired by the people and stories associated with each offering, the new designs tell the unique story about the coffee’s origin and flavour profile. <a href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en-ca/stories/2023/starbucks-debuts-new-whole-bean-coffee-packaging-in-canada/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Learn more</a> about the Starbucks designers’ inspiration behind the new packaging.&nbsp;

Starbucks spring menu is in full bloom featuring the new Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte  - Starbucks Canada

Starbucks spring menu is in full bloom featuring the new Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte 

Spring is in the air, and Starbucks is welcoming the season beginning Tuesday, March 7, with the introduction of a new Canadian exclusive beverage, the Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte, as well as the new Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew

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