Starbucks Japan adds new Sweet Potato Frappuccino and Latte to the menu, but do they deliver the taste of autumn?

Starbucks Japan has introduced two new seasonal drinks to its menu for the autumn season: the Torori Mitsuimo Beni Haruka Frappuccino and the Torori Mitsuimo Beni Haruka Mousse Tea Latte. These drinks were introduced alongside the chain's new "Customisation Bar," which allows customers to personalize their beverages with various add-ons.

The Torori Mitsuimo Beni Haruka Frappuccino and Mousse Tea Latte both showcase the unique sweetness of Japanese sweet potatoes. The Frappuccino features crispy roasted sweet potato pieces on top, which are inspired by "imomitsu" or "potato honey." These pieces add an extra layer of authentic flavor to the drink.

Starbucks Japan resident expert, K. Masami, tasted both new drinks and found them to be a delightful representation of Japanese autumn. She enjoyed the Torori Mitsuimo Beni Haruka Mousse Tea Latte, noting the layers of honey-like sweetness, milk tea, and fluffy sweet-potato-flavored mousse. Masami particularly appreciated the use of the Beni Haruka sweet potato variety, as it offers a nostalgic and familiar taste reminiscent of her childhood.

The Customisation Bar offers five optional add-ons for customers to enhance their drinks: Vanilla Sugar & Salt, Pepper Cardamom Maple Sauce, Ginger Sugar Chips, Cinnamon Powder, and Honey. Masami recommended adding cinnamon to the Frappuccino, as it pairs exceptionally well with the sweet potato flavor and brings the drink to life in an autumnal way.

She was so impressed with the drink that she wished she had tried it on the latte as well. The Torori Mitsuimo Beni Haruka Frappuccino and Mousse Tea Latte provide an enticing taste of Japanese autumn for those looking to indulge in a unique and flavorfully satisfying drink.