For $29.95, Starbucks promised a teddy bear in a beanie — and a glimpse of late-stage consumer capitalism. What it got instead was a stampede. The chain’s new, glass “Bearista Cold Cup,” a 20-ounce holiday collectible shaped like a bear wearing a hat (the lid) in the company’s signature green, sold out within hours of its Nov. 6 launch, leaving …
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Starbucks Apologizes Over Viral ‘Bearista’ Cup Frenzy
In an attempt to bury the hatchet, Starbucks gave its reasons as to why the viral Christmas merchandise sold out after loyal fans shared their fury on the coffee chain’s socials. Starbucks couldn’t bear its fans any longer, and has been forced to apologize. After the coffee chain dropped its 20-ounce bear-shaped iced coffee glasses to celebrate the Christmas season, …
Read More »Starbucks apologizes for $29.95 ‘Bearista’ chaos after many fans miss out and merch resells for up to $50,000 online
Consumers may be rattled by inflation and fears about the economy, but that hasn’t stopped them from flocking to Starbucks for the coffee chain’s latest limited offering: a 20-ounce cup shaped like a teddy bear. Starbucks unveiled on Wednesday its “Bearista Cold Cup,” selling for $29.95. The item sold out within hours, with some customers complaining of people in line …
Read More »Starbucks apologizes after ‘Bearista’ cup sparks fights, long lines and $500 resale listings
Starbucks has issued an apology for the rollout of its viral “Bearista” cup. On Thursday, the popular coffee chain ushered in the holiday season, debuting its menu of seasonal drinks, treats and new, limited-edition merchandise. Included in the drop was the highly sought-after Starbucks Bearista cup, a glass cup in the shape of a honey bear, topped with a silicone, …
Read More »Starbucks forced to apologize over Bearista brawls as fans stake out stores for hours
Starbucks’ new drinkware is already beary popular — and they’re apologizing for it. On Nov. 6, the coffee chain released its 2025 holiday menu and merchandise, including the already-viral Glass Starbucks Bearista Cold Cup, a 20-ounce vessel shaped like a teddy bear wearing a Starbucks green knitted beanie priced at $29.95. The novelty cup has caused quite the commotion, with many …
Read More »Starbucks’ holiday menu includes $30 “bearista” mug already reselling on eBay for $300
Starbucks announced its 2025 holiday menu with several existing and new flavored drinks going on sale this week, but what’s generating the most buzz is a new item: a $30 “bearista” mug, a glass cup for cold drinks resembling a honey bear container. The mug, which is topped with a green silicone beanie, went on sale Thursday as Starbucks stores began …
Read More »Starbucks introduces Bearista cup for 2025 holiday season
It’s that time of year when all the pumpkin-flavored beverages begin to get phased out in favor of peppermint. Leading the way is no other than Starbucks, which is set to launch its holiday menu and seasonal cup offerings on Thursday, Nov. 6. But while fans are thrilled for the return of the coffee giant’s beloved Peppermint Mocha and Caramel …
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