Starbucks’ new holiday Refresher comes with popping pomegranate-flavored pearls. The coffee menu can have its peppermint moment. There’s something fruity coming, too.
The Apple Pomegranate Refresher joins Starbucks’ holiday lineup on November 5, 2026. Starbucks describes it as crisp apple flavors with popping pomegranate-flavored pearls.
There’s a Snowy Apple version, too
If you like your Refreshers with coconut milk, that’s the other new option. The Snowy Apple version adds coconut milk for a creamier twist.
So the useful distinction is simple: Apple Pomegranate is the fruity option Starbucks announced, and Snowy Apple is the coconut-milk version. Both belong to the new holiday lineup.
We haven’t tried either one. The October 5 preview doesn’t provide prices, caffeine amounts or full nutrition details, so those are still details to check when Starbucks releases more information.
When is it coming?
November 5, 2026 is Starbucks’ confirmed holiday-menu launch. The new Refresher shares that menu with Tiramisu Velvet drinks and returning favorites including Peppermint Mocha.
Our Starbucks holiday menu guide has the full announcement and the separate dates for holiday merchandise. If you’ve been waiting for a holiday drink that isn’t another latte, this is the one to watch.
Still deciding? Browse our Starbucks secret menu recipes and ordering guide for your next drink.
