Starbucks is bringing a brand-new twist to your morning coffee order with the launch of its '15g protein' Cold Foam toppings, landing in the UK for the first time this April.
Cold foam has long been a fan-favourite topping for regular Starbucks goers, known for its smooth, velvety finish that sits perfectly on top of iced drinks. Now, Starbucks has given it a functional upgrade by adding 15g of protein per serving, offering a new way to boost your daily intake without changing your usual coffee order.
Available in vanilla or caramel, the protein cold foam can be added to a wide range of drinks, from classic coffees to matcha lattes and iced shaken espressos. It’s designed to blend seamlessly into your usual order, adding a creamy layer on top while keeping the flavour balanced and not overly sweet.
Alongside the topping itself, Starbucks is also launching three new drinks featuring the protein foam. These include the Iced Caramel Protein Americano, a lighter option combining espresso, water and ice; the Iced Caramel Protein Latte, a smoother, milk-based take on a coffee classic; and the Iced Vanilla Protein Matcha Latte, offering a more vibrant, non-coffee option for matcha fans.
The launch taps into the growing demand for higher-protein options, especially in everyday items like coffee and snacks, making it easier for customers to incorporate protein into their day without needing a separate shake or supplement.
The protein cold foam can also be added to other drinks for an additional £2, whilst the new drinks will be coming to UK menus soon.
Mel is the Senior Food & Drink Writer for Good Housekeeping UK, covering all the delicious new product launches that come her way, writing about food and drink topics, and curating gift guides for the best foodie products to buy. Alongside that, she can be found developing and creating cocktails for GH and holds her WSET Level 2 in Wine and Spirits. She was part of the Good Housekeeping Institute food testing team for over four years before moving over to the digital side, so knows a thing or two about great food products. You'll find her scouring the supermarket shelves in her spare time for new and exciting ingredients to experiment with in her kitchen.
