(Reuters)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nStarbucks\u2019s plunge into the protein trend comes as several celebrities and influencers have begun pushing its consumption. Khlo\u00e9\u2019 Kardashian, for example, recently launched her protein popcorn brand, Khloud, which touts seven grams per serving.<\/p>\n
Previously, Starbucks offered a line of Vivanno protein smoothies, including a banana flavored shake, but they were discontinued in 2008.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the chain continues to introduce new menu items just months after dramatically slashing its offerings.<\/p>\n
Weeks after Starbucks announced its summer menu, it introduced four new Frappuccinos: Salted Caramel Mocha, Strawberry Matcha, and Brown Sugar, which will all come layered with cold foam.<\/p>\n
The fourth flavor is a Firework Frappuccino, described by Starbucks as a \u201cfestive twist on the Summer-Berry Refresher.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Firework Frappuccino will reportedly only be available during the first week of July to coincide with Independence Day, according to food influencer Markie Devo.<\/p>\n
Devo also reported that Starbucks will be bringing back its Double Chocolate Brownie as well.<\/p>\n
The first summer menu announcement included the return of the Summer-Berry refresher plus a new iced espresso drink for caffeine lovers looking for a more exotic vibe.<\/p>\n
The Iced Horchata Oat Milk Shaken Espresso is inspired by the \u201cpopular and beloved\u201d Latin American drink, Starbucks said in a press release.<\/p>\n
It features Starbucks Blonde Espresso, oat milk, and horchata-flavored syrup. The \u201clight, smooth and subtly sweet\u201d espresso is paired with a \u201cfusion of warm cinnamon, sweet vanilla and subtle nutty notes reminiscent of the rice milk that makes up a traditional horchata,\u201d the company noted.<\/p>\n
In addition to the drinks, Starbucks announced a Strawberries & Cream Cake Pop, featuring strawberry cream cake mixed with buttercream and formed into a strawberry shape. The cake pop is dipped in a chocolate icing and decorated to resemble a juicy red strawberry.<\/p>\n
The new additions come just months after Starbucks announced the removal of 13 drinks from its menu. The changes took effect March 4.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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