Starbucks unveils new holiday drinks, many frustrated over missing items

It’s about a month away from the holiday season and that means major companies are starting to roll out their Christmas campaigns.

Starbucks is first out of the gate, unveiling its new holiday menu and merchandise ahead of the most wonderful time of year. The coffee chain says they’ll be available starting Thursday.

Take a look at the new Sugar Cookie Oat Latte:

Starbucks has added the new sugar cookie oat latte to its 2021 holiday menu. (CREDIT: Starbucks)

And you can expect that new beverage to come in one of Starbucks famous holiday cups. The company says four new designs are headed to its stores including wrapping paper, ribbon, lights and candy cane themed cups.

Tomorrow, let's holiday our hearts out. Holiday drinks arrive at Starbucks on Thursday, November 4th. ✨ (US & Canada) pic.twitter.com/MAAJ6n1FfS

— Starbucks (@Starbucks) November 3, 2021

And along with that new drink, there are some returning favourites. The Caramel Brûlé Latte, Chestnut Praline Latte, Peppermint Mocha, Irish Cream Cold Brew and Irish Cream Americano are all making a comeback.

Starbucks says it’s also bringing back the Cranberry Bliss® Bar, Snowman Cookie, Gingerbread Loaf, and Peppermint Brownie Cake Pop to its food menu.

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Many people online are pretty excited about the return of Starbucks holiday drinks and treats.

But with two notable drink selections off this year’s menu — the Gingerbread and Eggnog lattes — some are expressing their frustration.

The Eggnog Latte is not coming back to Starbucks this year so basically Christmas is cancelled.

— ✨????Genesis????✨ (@hellogenesis) November 3, 2021

There is even a petition on Change.org, pleading with Starbucks to bring back its Gingerbread Latte.

Hey @Starbucks …Any reason you refuse to listen to the people and bring back the Gingerbread Latte?

— Joe (@JoeFish_313) November 3, 2021

Along with its holiday-themed items Starbucks is planning a little something for Remembrance Day. The company says you can donate to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund at the counter or through the mobile app. You can also dedicate a digital poppy to a veteran.

On Nov. 11 Starbucks will give out a free tall coffee to any veteran, current member of the armed forces, or military spouse