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Starbucks’ Holiday Cups Are Here; But the Internet Only Wants “Bearista” Cups

November means different things to different people. Some are here for Thanksgiving. Some are just pretending that it’s still October, or already December.

And then there are the true Starbucks die-hards who lose their minds every year over their new holiday cups.

Well, the time has arrived. Starbucks’ 2025 holiday lineup officially dropped November 6th, complete with four new hot cups and two cold ones. They’re all festive shades of red and green, decked out in plaid and “apron-inspired” ribbon patterns that look like something your grandma might wear while making fudge. Adorable, sure… but they’ve already been completely upstaged.

The real star of the show this year? The “bear-ista” cold cup.

It’s a clear, bear-shaped glass with a little hat for a lid, and it looks exactly like one of those honey bottles. Naturally, social media is in a full-blown frenzy. People are hunting these things like they’re made of solid gold… or at least solid caffeine.

You can get one, but only for a limited time, and brace yourself: a 20-ounce bear-ista cup costs $29.95. Yes, nearly 30 bucks for something you’ll probably forget in your car after one use. But Starbucks swears it “brings instant joy to every sip,” so maybe it also pays your bills and tells you you’re pretty.

If you’d rather not spend thirty bucks to drink out of a glass teddy bear, there’s good news: Starbucks’ annual Red Cup Day is next Thursday, November 13th.

That’s when you can get a reusable holiday cup for free with any handcrafted holiday drink. Basically, buy a Peppermint Mocha, get your participation trophy for caring about the holidays this much.

So whether you’re in it for the caffeine, the clout, or just to feel something in this economy, Starbucks has officially declared it holiday season. Grab your drink, grab your cup, and prepare to argue about which red-and-green design “feels more Christmas.”

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What Your Go-To Drink Order Says About You

When you’re at a bar or restaurant, do you stress over your drink order? Maybe you should. According to Food & Wine, your go-to beverage might be saying more about you than you realize—and yes, your server is probably silently judging you while you sip.

Whether you’re sticking to sparkling water or ordering something that would make Carrie Bradshaw proud, here’s what your drink choice could be broadcasting to the world.

1. Water: Hydrated and humble—or maybe just frugal.
Ordering water? Congrats, you’re either focused on wellness or looking to dodge that $6 soda charge. But there’s nuance here. Tap water says you’re grounded and low-maintenance. Sparkling water? You’re giving “I eat at places with cloth napkins and have opinions about Icelandic salt.”

2. Cosmopolitan: Channeling your inner 2000s diva.
This order screams Sex and the City fan, even if you’ve never admitted it out loud. Servers might assume you like your drama shaken, not stirred—and probably with a lime wedge on the rim.

3. Coffee: Depends how complicated you make it.
Coffee is a personality test in a mug. Straight black? You mean business. Add oat milk, nutmeg, and whipped cream? Your server now knows you require a 15-step morning routine and probably have “cozy aesthetic” in your Instagram bio.

4. Hot Tea: Self-care in a cup.
A hot tea order suggests you’ve journaled about your feelings at least once this week. You’re introspective, sincere, and probably know the difference between “your” and “you’re.”

5. Tito’s and Vodka: Wait, what now?
This is a special one. If you order a “Tito’s and vodka,” your bartender will definitely clock it—and maybe post about it. Tito’s is vodka, so what you’re really ordering is vodka with a splash of… more vodka. One bar is even trolling customers by charging $100 for it. Double the vodka, double the confusion.

According to Food & Wine, it’s all part of the unspoken dance between patrons and the people serving them.

So what’s your signature drink? (If you said Yoo-hoo, let’s hang out.)

Coffee Can Add Years to Your Life

Turns out your cranky uncle was right all along: coffee is the nectar of the gods… as long as you don’t ruin it with a bucket of cream and a pound of sugar.

A new study out of Tufts University found that drinking one to three cups of black, caffeinated coffee a day is linked to a lower risk of dying, especially from heart-related issues.

So, not only does it not “stunt your growth,” like your grandma warned you about, it might actually extend your life.

But there’s a catch: we’re talking about real, honest, grown-up coffee. Not the 700-calorie dessert disguised as a beverage that you just ordered from Starbucks with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and a misspelled name.

Researchers say the benefits are mostly tied to black coffee, or coffee with only tiny amounts of added sugar and fat. People who drank it this way had a 14% lower risk of death than non-coffee drinkers.

For the record, “low sugar” means about half a teaspoon per cup. And “low fat” means something like one tablespoon of light cream, or five tablespoons of 2% milk if you’re feeling fancy.

Two to three cups a day seems to be the sweet spot, but don’t bother doubling that and expecting to live forever.

Drinking more than three didn’t give any added benefits… except maybe the ability to hear colors.

Scientists think the credit goes to bioactive compounds in coffee that help your heart, fight inflammation, and possibly make mornings bearable.

So go ahead, pour yourself another cup of black gold. Just don’t let the barista turn it into a milkshake.

It’s Official: Coffee Isn’t Optional

If you can’t think straight before your first cup of coffee, you’re not alone. And now a report has confirmed it: coffee isn’t optional.

Coffee is the #1 beverage Americans “can’t live without.”

In its first-ever State of Beverages report, Keurig Dr Pepper (yes, the company behind your morning and afternoon caffeine fixes) surveyed Americans to find out which drinks they love the most, and which ones they need the most.

Unsurprisingly, coffee reigns supreme when it comes to daily survival. It topped the list of the drinks people “can’t live without.”

Coffee is our “happy place.”

According to the report, 62% of Americans agree with the statement, “My day doesn’t start until I’ve had a cup of coffee,” and 69% call their morning coffee their “happy place.”

In other words, coffee isn’t just a drink, it’s therapy in a mug.

Coffee isn’t our “favorite” drink though.

Plot twist! While coffee might power our mornings (and sometimes our afternoons), it’s not actually our favorite beverage when it comes to taste.

That title goes to soda! (If you’re from the Midwest, that’s “pop.” If you’re from the South, we mean “Coke,” but not the brand.)

53% of Americans say carbonated soft drinks are their favorite beverage based solely on taste. So while coffee is the MVP of mornings, soda takes the crown when it comes to pure enjoyment.

The data also reflects how different drinks serve different purposes in our lives. Coffee is how we survive Monday mornings, back-to-back meetings, and groggy commutes. Soda is for backyard barbecues, movie nights, and let’s be real, any meal that just tastes better with some carbonation.

Coffee vs. Breakfast vs. Booze

The report has plenty of other fun stats too. We poured through it so you didn’t have to. Here are the highlights…

  • 59% would rather skip breakfast than skip their morning cup of joe, while 41% would rather chow down and drink something else.
  • 73% of people 21+ would rather quit drinking alcohol than quit drinking coffee.
  • Late night coffee? Los Angeles does it the most. Dallas, Atlanta, and Boston don’t want it to keep them up at night.
  • 65% customize their beverage in some way. 52% add sugar or sweeteners, 51% add creamer or milk, and 44% add flavor syrups (especially when ordering at chains like Starbucks).
  • 58% find soda the most “refreshing” beverage out there.
  • 74% of Gen Z’ers use social media to learn about new beverage trends.
  • 56% of Americans say they’ve cut back on alcohol for “wellness or lifestyle” reasons, and 58% now prefer non-alcoholic drinks when hanging out with friends.
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Starbucks’ Most Expensive Order Costs $45 and Will Probably Kill You

For most of us, “splurging” at Starbucks might mean opting for oat milk or adding a shot of espresso. But one TikTok user recently redefined indulgence—and perhaps common sense—by constructing what might be the most expensive single Starbucks drink ever, ringing up at an astonishing $45.

The viral stunt didn’t involve secret ingredients or off-menu magic. Instead, it was all done through the Starbucks app, where the user maxed out every customization option available. The drink? A Frankenstein-esque version of a Venti Matcha Crème Frappuccino, with caffeine levels that would make a cardiologist flinch.

Here’s what went into the $45 creation:

Base: Venti Matcha Crème Frappuccino – $6.25

Espresso shots: 12 standard + 12 affogato-style – $30

Sauces & toppings: Mocha, dark caramel, caramel drizzle, caramel crunch, chai, Frappuccino chips – $3.70

Powders: Four scoops each of vanilla bean and chocolate malt – $1.00

Whipped cream: Free (mercifully)

Grand total: $41.55 before tax—easily crossing the $45 mark depending on your location.

To be clear, this drink was never actually consumed. According to the creator, the experiment was meant to test how high the app’s customization feature could push a drink’s cost. Still, it’s a jarring reminder that with great customizability comes great responsibility—or at least a sense of financial and physiological caution.

Let’s break this down: 24 shots of espresso in a single beverage isn’t so much a drink as it is a full-blown dare. The FDA recommends no more than 400 milligrams of caffeine per day. This drink clocks in at roughly 1,500 mg—nearly four times the daily limit for an adult.

While it might sound absurd, there’s little doubt someone will eventually take the challenge, if they haven’t already.

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