Starbucks has created a buzz online with the launch of its adorable new Bearista Cold Cup, sparking curiosity about its availability in the UK.
The cup, released as part of Starbucks' Christmas collection on Wednesday, is a glass cup shaped like a teddy bear. It features a green Starbucks beanie and the Starbucks logo on its stomach. In the US, it is priced at $43.95.
"From cold brew to an iced matcha latte, your drinks have never looked cuter. The Starbucks Bearista glass cold cup brings instant joy to every sip," Starbucks said.
Starbucks confirmed to The Tab that the Bearista Cold Cup is [translate:exclusive to the US at this time], so it is not available in the UK. The only option to get it in the UK is to purchase from someone in the US and have it shipped, which may make it costly on platforms like eBay.
There is a UK alternative in the form of the [translate:Brown Bear Mug], which Starbucks describes as [translate:perfect for every cosy moment by the fire]. This mug retails at £13 and is part of a broader festive merchandise collection available in the UK.
Starbucks told The Tab: "[translate:Currently, we do have the adorable Brown Bear Mug in the UK which we think is perfect for every cosy moment by the fire. We also have a wider range of festive merch in the UK that is perfect for the Holidays!]"
Author’s summary: Starbucks' Bearista Cold Cup is causing a stir but remains US-exclusive, while the UK offers the charming Brown Bear Mug as a cozy festive option.