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Black Cat Frappuccino at Starbucks — launch date and LTO window

A Creme Frappuccino base with added dark cocoa flavors for a brownie-like taste, topped with whipped cream and a dark chocolate black cat ear garnish.

Starbucks Black Cat Frappuccino
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Key data

Starbucks launched the Black Cat Frappuccino, announced October 21, 2026, available from October 22, 2026. It is a seasonal in the shakes & frozen category, available nationwide. This record is backed by 2 sources and 2 independent outlets.

The facts

FieldValue
ChainStarbucks
Launch typeSeasonal
AnnouncedOctober 21, 2026
Available fromOctober 22, 2026
Available untilNot stated
PriceNot stated
MarketsNationwide
ChannelsNot stated
CategoryShakes & frozen

Sources

Every published launch carries at least one source with a quote from the original announcement.

  • Consumer mediaOctober 22, 2026
    “That’s right, it’s the release day of Starbucks’ Black Cat Frappuccino.”
    sporked.com ↗
  • Consumer mediaOctober 21, 2026
    “Starbucks is launching the limited-edition Black Cat Frappuccino on October 22 for Halloween.”
    delish.com ↗

Returned 2 times

Each appearance has its own dated page — the window, price and sources differ every year.

  • 2026
  • 2026 (this page)

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