Starbucks’ NewWickedDrinks, Glinda’s Pink Potion and Elphaba’s Cold Brew, Defied Our Expectations

Mar. 15, 2025

Glinda’s Pink Potion; Elphaba’s Cold Brew.Photo:Starbucks

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Starbucks’newest drinks are going to be “Popular.”

The coffee chain is setting the stage with twoWicked-inspired drinks and plenty of themed merchandise. The drinks, available starting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, come a month ahead of themusical movie’s theatrical releaseon Nov. 22.

Glinda’s Pink Potion takes the Mango Dragonfruit Refresher and makes it even more magical. The fruity drink is shaken with coconut milk and freeze-dried dragonfruit. The already-neon beverage gets extra pops of color with strawberry non-dairy cold foam and sprinkles on top.

Elphaba’s Cold Brew is also color-coordinated to the witchy character. Peppermint-flavored cold brew is layered with non-dairy matcha-flavored cold foam and green sprinkles.

PEOPLE staffers got a first look and taste of the drinks and are singing their praises.

Starbucks' ‘Wicked’-themed mugs include mentions of Munchkinland and Emerald City.Starbucks

The Elphaba beverage earned high marks all around. The subtle hint of peppermint in the cold brew and earthiness from the matcha cold foam made for sips that were “not overpowering, just perfect,” according to one staffer. The green and brown layers are mesmerizing and the drink stays on theme even after the two have blended — it turns into a muted green that “gives melted-witch vibes.”

Both creations benefited from the crunchy texture of sprinkles on top.

Starbucks is also selling ‘Wicked’-inspired drinkware on Nov. 7.Starbucks

Walmart released themed microwaveable macaroni and cheese that features eitherpink or green “color-changing” cheese. Target also has aWickedshop with a ton of exciting merch, like a Stanley tumbler andWickedsweaters.

Wickedwill be released in two parts.Cynthia ErivoandAriana Grandeplaythe leads, Elphaba and Glinda, respectively.

source: people.com