The holiday season is just around the corner and Starbucks' 2018 holiday coffee offerings are serving as an ideal way to commemorate the beginning of the jolly season.
Grocery store shelves are now being stacked with the iconic coffee chain's holiday blend which contains sweet maple notes that can warm anyone up on a cold winter's morning. The offerings also include K-Cup packs of Starbucks' peppermint mocha flavor, which is sure to sweetly start one's day. In addition to caffeine, the brand also released cookie straws, which serve as the perfect stocking stuffers for loved ones, friends, or coworkers.
the new offerings are now available in select grocery stores until the remainder of the holiday season.
Caffeinated Holiday-Themed Beverages
Starbucks' 2018 Holiday Offerings are Available In-Store
Trend Themes
1. Holiday-themed Beverages - The popularity of holiday-themed beverages creates an opportunity for businesses to introduce innovative and unique flavors that capture the festive spirit.
2. Maple-flavored Coffee - The rise of Starbucks' maple-flavored coffee presents an opportunity for the food and beverage industry to explore and capitalize on the demand for unique and seasonal flavors.
3. Stocking Stuffer Gifts - The release of Starbucks' cookie straws as stocking stuffer gifts opens up opportunities for businesses to create and market their own unique and festive treats.
Industry Implications
1. Coffee Industry - The holiday coffee offerings by Starbucks demonstrate the potential for companies within the coffee industry to create seasonal and limited-edition blends that attract customers during the festive season.
2. Retail Industry - The availability of Starbucks' holiday offerings in select grocery stores highlights the potential for retailers to partner with popular brands for exclusive seasonal products, driving customer footfall and sales.
3. Food and Beverage Industry - The introduction of Starbucks' holiday-themed beverages and gifts presents an opportunity for businesses within the food and beverage industry to create and promote their own festive products, catering to the demand for seasonal treats.