What is the New Starbucks Fall "Pear Raw Caramel Frappuccino®"?
Starbucks has introduced a new limited edition menu item for the fall of 2025, the "Pear-Shaped Caramel Frappuccino®.
Following on the heels of the previous "Hojicha-scented Yaki-imo Mousse Tea Latte," the new Frappuccino® has already become a hot topic on social networking sites.
This new product features a luxurious combination of mellow pear (La France) and rich raw caramel. The whipped cream is topped with a special sauce made from La France juice produced in Yamagata Prefecture.
Release date, price and sales period
- Pre-sale date: September 8 (Monday) to 9 (limited to Starbucks Rewards members), 2025
- Nationwide release date: September 10, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Price: Tall size only
- To-go: 687 yen (tax included)
- In-store use: 700 yen (tax included)
- Sales period: Approximately one month (will end as soon as the product is gone)
- Sales outlets: Starbucks stores nationwide (some excluded)
👉 Members can easily participate in the member pre-sale through the app and can purchase immediately after registration. You can either present the exclusive barcode or use mobile order.
Taste review of the actual drink
The first thing you will notice when you actually try it at the Omotesando store is the mellow aroma of La France sauce.
- The refreshing acidity andjuicy pulpiness of the pear
- The mellow richness created by the combination of milk and
- The whipped caramel is intertwined with the whipped cream, creating an exquisite harmony of sweetness and bitterness.
- The secret ingredient of chamomile leaves a refreshing aftertaste.
It was like eating a sweet treat, and I enjoyed it all the way through to the end.
Recommended Customization List
Since the milk cannot be changed for the "Pear Raw Caramel Frappuccino®," we recommend adding toppings to enjoy it.
- Add honey (0 yen) → Adds a gorgeous sweetness
- Additional caramel sauce (0 yen) → Enhances the richness of the caramel
- Additional cinnamon (0 yen) → Adds spiciness to the sweetness
- Add vanilla syrup (+50 yen) → Adds a more intense sweetness
👉 The "vanilla syrup addition" in particular is a customization that sweets writers rave about. It is a perfect match with caramel.
ポチップPear & Caramel Sweets to be Released Simultaneously
From September 10, 2025 (Wed.), "Pear and Caramel Tea Cake" will also make its debut.
Earl Grey mousse and pear mousse are layered, topped with "rough" pear pulp and caramel sauce.
This autumn-only sweet combines the aroma of tea, the freshness of pears, and the richness of raw caramel.
- Nationwide release date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
- Price:
- Take-out: 520 yen (tax included)
- In-store use: 530 yen (tax included)
Enjoy with Frappuccino for a more luxurious pairing experience.
The appeal of the pear Raw Caramel Frappuccino®.
According to the development staff, they paid particular attention to the "sweetness" of the product. They aimed to tailor the Frappuccino® so that it can be enjoyed like a sweet, with the flavor changing from layer to layer.
The actual tasting impressions are as follows
- The aroma of pear plays a leading role. The caramel adds depth as a supporting role.
- It is just like a dessert from a patisserie!
- The pleasant aroma continues after drinking, and the taste is light and refreshing.
and highly evaluated. The high level of perfection is so high that even sweets professionals are impressed.
Frequently Asked Questions
The nationwide release will start on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. It will be available for about a month, but will end as soon as it is sold out.
Tall size only, 687 yen to-go and 700 yen in-store (tax included).
Around 300-350 kcal (to be updated after official information is released).
Available for pre-purchase on September 8 and 9 for Starbucks Rewards members only. You can register and use it right from the app.
We recommend adding honey, caramel sauce, cinnamon, and vanilla syrup.
Pear and Caramel Tea Cake will be available nationwide from September 10, 2025.
Summary
The "Pear & Raw Caramel Frappuccino®" is a luxurious autumn-only drink that perfectly blends the refreshing aroma of pears with the rich sweetness of raw caramel.
The appeal of this drink is that you can enjoy the changing layers like a sweet, and since it is only available for a short period of time, we recommend checking it out as soon as possible.
