Starbucks is giving coffee lovers another reason to get excited about the holiday season, and this year’s biggest newcomer takes inspiration from an Italian dessert.
The coffee chain officially launched its 2026 holiday menu on November 5, introducing the Tiramisu Velvet Latte and Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew alongside returning seasonal favorites and several new food and drink options.
The dessert-inspired beverages are available in Canada and the United States, but shoppers should know one important detail: the two countries don’t have identical holiday menus.
While the main tiramisu drinks appear in both markets, some finishing details, food selections, and menu descriptions differ. Here’s what Starbucks customers can expect this holiday season, starting with the new drinks.
The Tiramisu Velvet Latte Is the Biggest Newcomer
If you’ve ever enjoyed tiramisu, Starbucks is bringing some of those familiar dessert-inspired flavors into its coffee lineup. The new Tiramisu Velvet Latte is available hot or iced and combines Starbucks Signature Espresso, milk, and vanilla syrup. It is topped with Velvet Mascarpone Cold Foam and a finishing dusting.
The Canadian and American versions differ slightly. Starbucks Canada describes the topping as a cocoa-and-coffee-flavored dusting, while the U.S. announcement specifies cocoa cookie dusting.
The name also needs a little clarification. Despite the mascarpone-inspired branding, Starbucks’ Canadian announcement describes the foam as velvet custard powder combined with vanilla sweet cream.
The U.S. announcement describes a velvet custard flavor combined with vanilla sweet cream. Neither announcement says mascarpone cheese is an ingredient.
If you want to explore classic holiday drinks and their flavors, this is an interesting addition to Starbucks’ seasonal collection.
The Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew Offers Another Option
Customers who prefer cold coffee have another new beverage to consider. The Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew combines Starbucks Cold Brew with vanilla syrup, Velvet Mascarpone Cold Foam, and the finishing dusting.
Although it shares the dessert inspiration and creamy topping of the latte, it uses a different coffee base. Starbucks describes the collection as a trio because customers can choose between a hot latte, an iced latte, and a cold brew.
Both countries feature these three preparations, but the finishing dusting differs by market.
You can read Crafting Your Home’s coverage of the November 5 Starbucks holiday launch for additional details about the seasonal rollout.
Canada and the U.S. Have Different Holiday Menu Details
The November 5 launch happened in both countries, but customers shouldn’t assume that every item advertised in one market is available in the other.
Canada’s announcement includes an Apple Pomegranate Refresher featuring apple flavors and popping pomegranate-flavored pearls. Customers can also choose a lemonade option or the Snowy Apple variation made with coconut beverage.
The Canadian lineup also features Iced Caramel Brûlé Cream Chai, combining chai with caramel brûlé sauce and caramel brûlé bits.
Another addition is the Iced Sugar Cookie Cream Matcha, which features matcha, sugar cookie cream cold foam, and red-and-green sprinkles.
The U.S. announcement also features the tiramisu drinks, but its finishing dusting is described differently. It additionally lists the Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese, which does not appear in the Canadian holiday announcement reviewed.
That distinction matters. The sandwich is documented in Starbucks’ American announcement, but its absence from the Canadian announcement doesn’t mean it is unavailable at every Canadian location.
For the complete details, customers can consult the official Starbucks Canada announcement and the official Starbucks U.S. announcement.
Familiar Holiday Drinks Are Returning in Canada
Starbucks hasn’t abandoned the seasonal drinks that customers already recognize. The Canadian holiday menu brings back four familiar favorites: Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brûlé Latte, Sugar Cookie Oat Latte, and Gingerbread Chai.
These returning options give customers who prefer traditional holiday coffee flavors alternatives to the new tiramisu-inspired creations.
The Sugar Cookie Oat Latte is worth noting because it differs from the newly introduced Iced Sugar Cookie Cream Matcha. One is a returning espresso-based coffee beverage, while the other is a new matcha creation.
Those looking to recreate a coffeehouse atmosphere at home can also check out FrenzHub’s comparison of single-cup and full-pot coffee makers.
The Bearista Cake Pop Joins Canada’s Seasonal Treats
The holiday bakery selection is getting attention, too. Starbucks Canada has introduced the Bearista Cake Pop, featuring vanilla cake, buttercream frosting, and chocolaty icing.
The Canadian announcement also lists returning treats, including the Snowman Cookie, Cranberry Bliss Bar, and Gingerbread Loaf.
Together, these offerings give customers familiar bakery choices to enjoy alongside the seasonal beverages. The Bearista Cake Pop is particularly notable because it adds a dessert-inspired option to the holiday lineup beyond the drinks themselves.
For more kitchen inspiration, FrenzHub’s collection of clever kitchen tricks offers ideas for making everyday food preparation a little more interesting.
What Will the New Drinks Cost?
Starbucks’ official Canadian and American launch announcements do not provide a national price list for the new tiramisu beverages.
However, Food Republic’s November 5 tasting report listed a grande Tiramisu Velvet Latte at $6.45 and a grande Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew at $5.45.
These are reported U.S. prices, not Canadian prices or guaranteed amounts at every location. Customers should check their local Starbucks menu for current pricing and availability.
What Happens Next?
Starbucks’ 2026 holiday menu officially launched on November 5 in both Canada and the United States. The company has not specified an exact end date for the new tiramisu beverages in the announcements reviewed.
For now, customers have several seasonal options to explore, whether they prefer a returning Peppermint Mocha, a new matcha creation, or the dessert-inspired Tiramisu Velvet Latte.
This holiday season, Starbucks is adding a little Italian dessert inspiration to your coffee cup, and that’s a new twist on the usual seasonal lineup.
