Starbucks' much-coveted Bearista Cup is back fur real.
But this time, the coffee chain has introduced a new blush-colored version in celebration of the equally viral Pink Drink, which was officially added to the Starbucks menu in 2017 after creating a social media frenzy.
While the bear from the original Bearista glass cold cup wore a green beanie lid as a nod to the holiday collection it came from, the new version dons a white ball cap complete with a pink strawberry topper. The summery cup is part of a Pink Drink-inspired collection that also includes an Owala water bottle, a belt bag with charms and a hair clip shaped like the strawberry-and-coconut iced beverage.
“The Bearista captured the hearts of customers when it debuted last holiday and when we began thinking about future editions of this coveted collectible," Starbucks merchandise strategy lead Kap Pitarys said in a press release, "the Pink Drink-inspired collection felt like the perfect opportunity to bring it back in a fresh, joyful way for customers around the world."
"It’s so cute," one Instagram user commented on Starbucks' announcement on the social media platform, while another raved, "Can't take my eyes off it."
However, many were concerned about the Bearista cup selling out again. After all, Starbucks issued a public apology last year when coffee lovers struggled to find it in stores due to a lack of supply in stores.
"Love Starbucks, but this is not worth my time or disappointment. I still have PTSD from the last launch," one fan bemoaned, with another jokingly adding, "Prayers for all the baristas."
And though some people were able to get their hands on the pink Bearista cup when it launched on July 13, others had to grin and bear it over missing out. As one Starbucks drinker lamented, "Had one on my cart, had message I had to wait to check out & then it sold out."
But don't worry, it seems dupes of the limited-edition cup are already popping up online.