Starbucks Coffee Japan announced that it will introduce its Halloween-season beverage on October 9.
The key point is that customers can choose cat-ear chocolate in either black or white.
Considering both the flavor differences and inventory situation will make it easier to choose the desired drink.
3-Line Summary
1. Starbucks Japan launches it on October 9
2. There are two types of cat ears: black and white
3. If it sells out, you may not be able to get the version you want
The Black and White Ears Also Have Different Chocolate Flavors
Starbucks Coffee Japan (the Japanese corporation) announced that it will sell black-ear and white-ear versions of the “Blackberry Yogurt Frappuccino” starting October 9, 2026. Both products come in one size only: Tall.
The beverage base combines blueberry yogurt with a textured fruit pulp and blackberry chocolate sauce. The product highlights the combination of blackberry’s tangy flavor and chocolate’s deep flavor.
The difference lies in the cat-ear chocolate used as the finishing touch. The black-ear version emphasizes a bittersweet chocolate flavor, while the white-ear version features the milky sweetness of white chocolate. This means they are not simply choices that differ in color; the topping itself also tastes different.
The Price Is 717 Yen for Takeout and 730 Yen for In-Store Consumption
The price for both versions is 717 yen including tax for takeout and 730 yen for in-store consumption. They are scheduled to be sold at Starbucks stores throughout Japan, excluding some locations.
However, you cannot always choose your preferred ear shape. Starbucks also announced that inventory shortages may make it impossible to select a particular version, and that temporary sellouts or an early end to sales are possible. If you want to compare the two types, inventory availability immediately after launch may determine what you can actually choose.
This beverage contains less than 5% blackberry juice. Rather than expecting it to have a high proportion of fruit beverage based solely on its name, it is more accurate to view it as a limited-time seasonal Frappuccino centered on yogurt and chocolate.
An Additional Chocolate Chip Benefit Has Also Been Announced for Rewards Members
Starbucks announced plans to offer an additional chocolate chip benefit to Rewards members and temporary app members from October 9 through 15. Customers can use mobile ordering or present a two-dimensional code at the store register.
It also announced that interactive content featuring a purple cat character will be available on Starbucks’ official X (social platform) from October 6 through 18 at night, until 11:59 p.m. Participants will receive an image showing the result in an automatic reply by reposting the designated post or participating with the specified hashtag.
The clearest distinction between these products is not the shape of the cat ears, but which flavor you choose: dark chocolate or white chocolate. Although the announcement states that both versions will be sold, which one is available to choose may vary depending on inventory at the store.
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