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New “self-care soup” blurs the line between soup and cappuccino.

With temperatures starting to dip in Japan, Starbucks is adding warmth to its menu with an all-new Soupuccino. First introduced in 2025, the Soupuccino blurs the line between soup and cappuccino by adding a frothy, fluffy foam to the mix, creating a light and airy soup that looks great and is fun and easy to sip on.

▼ Now, after serving up the Soupuccino in truffle and pumpkin flavours, Starbucks is giving us an all-new flavour: Potato.

This new ingredient is said to add extra heartiness to the Soupuccino, with milk providing a gentle creaminess for a delicious “self-care soup”. The concept of “self-care” is one that the chain is actively using to promote the Soupuccino, with Starbucks saying it offers an opportunity for you to take care of yourself even during a busy day. Whether it’s a morning cup on a chilly day, a light snack during a work break, or a moment to unwind in the evening, Starbucks is encouraging customers to wrap both hands around the warm cup and enjoy “a gentle flavour encased in fluffy foam”.

The Potato Soupuccino is richly layered, replicating the fluffy, oven-baked texture and taste of potatoes as the main element. The first sip imparts the deep, savoury flavour of caramelised onions, followed by subtle hints of sweet vegetables. The gentle sweetness and buttery smoothness of potatoes brings everything together, creating a comforting flavour that’s perfect for the colder months.

▼ As you drink the soup, the flavours blend together, becoming even richer, while roasted almonds on top add crunch and a nutty accent.

Each cup is finished by a barista who steams the milk individually, giving the soup a smooth layer of foam, similar to a cappuccino, for a distinctive drinking experience. Another appealing feature is the option to pay a little extra to switch the milk to suit your personal tastes – switching to almond milk, for instance, complements the fragrant roasted almonds, further enhancing the taste and texture of the potato.

The Potato Soupuccino will be priced from 491 yen (US$3.11) for a Short and 530 yen for a Tall. According to Starbucks, the new release is more than just a soup – it’s a gesture of self-care that’s perfectly timed for the end of the year, when you may find yourself putting your own needs last as you get caught up in work, studies and household chores. The idea of taking a comforting break with a warm cup of soup in hand is one we can certainly get on board with, and we’ll definitely be trying it when it’s released for a limited time starting 13 November.

Source, images: Press release
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