Starbucks Tea & Cafe Milk Tea Affogato with Ice Cream and Ruby Grapefruit Tea Sparkling

locations nationwide starting September 9, 2026 (Wednesday). September, with the lingering warmth of summer and the gradual arrival of autumn, sees the 'Assam' tea, long cherished as the quintessential black tea, chosen as the star of this season. When paired with milk, the tea's character shines through, and when enjoyed straight, the fragrant aroma and deep aftertaste can be fully appreciated. We believe it is suitable as a staple drink that can be enjoyed regardless of the season, and have welcomed it as a new staple tea leaf. The creamy richness of milk in the Milk Tea Affogato and the refreshing fruitiness of the Tea Sparkling. These two drinks highlight the different charms of Assam tea, offering a pleasant refreshing moment at the start of autumn. - New staple tea leaf 'Assam Classic' is now available. Enjoy the smoothness with milk and the refreshing taste with soda. Two different tea experiences. September is a season where the heat still lingers, yet styles and moods gradually shift toward autumn. At 30 Starbucks Tea & Cafe locations nationwide, we are introducing new tea beverages with Assam tea as the main ingredient, offering a light refreshing sensation as well as the desire to savor the aroma and richness slowly during this time. Assam tea is a tea with a rich body and flavor, and a fragrant, deep aroma. As a new staple tea leaf that allows you to experience these charms directly, 'Assam Classic' joins the menu at Starbucks Tea & Cafe. The straight tea 'Assam Classic,' which allows you to enjoy the original aroma and aftertaste of the tea leaves, and the 'Assam Classic Tea Latte,' which blends with the smooth richness of milk, will both be available as staple items. These are the starting points of the tea experiences at Starbucks Tea & Cafe, available regardless of the season. Based on this 'Assam Classic,' two new products are now available: the 'Milk Tea Affogato with Ice Cream,' which allows you to savor the deep flavor of the tea, and the 'Ruby Grapefruit Tea Sparkling,' which features a refreshing burst of ruby grapefruit juice. The rich flavor of the Milk Tea Affogato complements the autumn mood, while the refreshing Tea Sparkling is perfect for the lingering summer heat. Through the different approaches of milk and soda, you can enjoy the new charms of Assam tea. Enjoy a variety of Assam tea experiences according to your mood and occasion. Product Information - 'Milk Tea Affogato with Ice Cream' ¥913 (takeout) / ¥930 (in-store) - 'Ruby Grapefruit Tea Sparkling' ¥628 (takeout) / ¥640 (in-store) *Less than 5% ruby grapefruit juice - 'Assam Classic Tea Latte' (ICE/HOT) ¥678 (takeout) / ¥690 (in-store) - 'Assam Classic' (ICE/HOT) ¥540 (takeout) / ¥550 (in-store) *A small amount of syrup is used. Sales Period: From September 9, 2026 (Wednesday) *Temporary shortages or early sales end may occur. *'Assam Classic' and 'Assam Classic Tea Latte' will continue to be available as staple items. Sales Locations: 30 Starbucks Tea & Cafe locations nationwide. A new 'Torta Earl Grey' from Prince®. The sweet aroma and rich flavor of Earl Grey chocolate.