Is Starbucks' Pink Drink Finally Coming to Mainland China?! How to Order the New Strawberry Lemon Frappuccino for the Best Taste?

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Starbucks' Pink Drink Finally Coming to Mainland China

Starbucks' secret menu item, Pink Drink, which has been popular worldwide for quite some time, is finally coming to the mainland market after much urging from netizens!!!

According to Reuters, Pink Drink will be launched at the end of May/early June this year, though the product name has not yet been announced. However, this product was launched in Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan regions as early as last July, under the name "Pink Strawberry Frappuccino."

Two New Frappuccino Variations

Additionally, there's news that along with Pink Drink, its "good sister" drink "Strawberry Lemon Frappuccino" will also be launched. The biggest difference between the two products is that Pink Drink features coconut milk, giving it a relatively rich taste, somewhat like strawberry yogurt; while its "good sister" features lemon juice, making it more sour and refreshingly crisp!

The Origin of Pink Drink

The origin of this viral drink can be traced back to 2016, when Pink Drink was initially just a "customized product" tried by Starbucks fans, later shared on social media platforms as a hidden menu item.

Unexpectedly, the demand for Pink Drink soared, attracting numerous users eager to try it, and its rapidly rising popularity also caught the attention of Starbucks officials.

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In May 2017, Starbucks announced that Pink Drink would be added to the official US Starbucks menu, truly achieving a "mutual connection" with fans; in spring 2018, Pink Drink began to expand beyond the US market, launching in Starbucks stores across North America, including Canada.

In 2022, this beverage was also launched in various Asian market regions. Regardless of the region where it was introduced, it received immense love from consumers, thus becoming a permanent product in many regional Starbucks stores. However, for this internet-famous drink, mainland Starbucks remained indifferent... netizens were truly anxious watching this!

From Secret Menu to Global Phenomenon

From a niche "secret menu item" to being loved by fans worldwide, Pink Drink undoubtedly demonstrates its unique charm. Regarding the news of its upcoming launch in the mainland market, netizens are incredibly excited!!! Many have also "condemned" Starbucks China for not making this decision earlier!

Tips for Enjoying the Frappuccinos

Regarding how to drink these two Frappuccino products, netizens from various countries have developed their own tips. The most common feedback is that too much ice causes the drink to become diluted quickly, so many recommend choosing "less ice."

The original Pink Drink recipe contains quite a lot of coconut milk, which can make it feel somewhat heavy to drink, so if you want a lighter Pink Drink, choose "less coconut milk."

Its "good sister" drink, on the other hand, features lemon juice as the main flavor, making it overall more sour, so when trying it for the first time, it's not recommended to choose "less sugar." It's best to taste the original flavor first before deciding whether to adjust the sugar amount.

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