Spring is a delightful season, filled with blossoming flowers, extended daylight, and the arrival of seasonal menu offerings at coffee shops. This year, Peet’s Coffee joins the spring celebration with an exciting lineup of drinks that embrace popular flavors such as ube, matcha, and lavender, mirroring trends seen at other coffee chains.
Starbucks recently unveiled its spring lineup, complete with ube cold foam and lavender matcha—and now it’s Peet’s turn. Just like Starbucks, many of the new items on the coffee chain’s menu can be made vegan. And just like Starbucks, ube, matcha, and lavender feature heavily. In fact, you could say these three flavors are the darlings of the coffee world right now.
Matcha has seen a steady rise in popularity, while lavender made its notable debut on Starbucks’ menu last year. Ube, on the other hand, is a relatively recent addition to Western coffee chains, though it has long been cherished in the Philippines for its striking purple color and sweet, vanilla-like, nutty flavor.
Earlier this year, Starbucks named ube the “taste of the year,” highlighting its rich heritage and flavor.
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The new dairy-free spring drinks at Peet’s Coffee
How does ube feature on Peet’s menu? In an Iced Ube Matcha Latte with Cream Top. This drink can be easily made dairy-free by omitting the cream topping and opting for a plant-based milk alternative. Notably, there’s no extra charge for non-dairy milk.
Additionally, Peet’s offers a Lavender Vanilla Latte that can also be made vegan by using a plant-based milk option. For an extra treat, consider adding Peet’s vegan Popping Pearls, which are crafted with real coffee.
In a matcha-forward twist, Peet’s presents a Lavender Vanilla Matcha Latte, which can be enjoyed hot or iced, tapping into the ingredient’s current popularity.
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Other vegan-friendly additions include the Matcha Pineapple Burst and the Rosy Matcha Latte, infused with rose- and lavender-flavored syrup, which will be available for a limited time around Mother’s Day (May 10—be sure to mark your calendars).
“At Peet’s, every seasonal launch is a chance to evolve our craft and reimagine specialty beverages,” said Kristina Roach, Peet’s Coffee’s senior marketing director.
“This spring, we’re bringing together ube, matcha, and lavender in ways that feel both innovative and unmistakably Peet’s,” she continued. “It’s a collection rooted in quality and craftsmanship, designed to deliver bold flavor, beautiful presentation, and a truly craveable beverage experience.”
The new spring menu is available at Peet’s now until June 2.
Key Takeaways
- Peet’s Coffee embraces spring with a new menu featuring ube, matcha, and lavender.
- Many drinks can be made dairy-free without any extra charge for non-dairy milk.
- Seasonal offerings include an Iced Ube Matcha Latte and Lavender Vanilla Latte.
- Other unique drinks include the Matcha Pineapple Burst and limited-time Rosy Matcha Latte.
- The new spring menu is available until June 2.
FAQ
What flavors are featured in Peet’s spring menu?
The spring menu prominently features flavors like ube, matcha, and lavender.
Can I order drinks dairy-free at Peet’s?
Yes, many drinks can be made dairy-free by choosing plant-based milk alternatives without an extra charge.
Are there any limited-time offerings on the menu?
Yes, the Rosy Matcha Latte will be available only around Mother’s Day on May 10.
How long will the spring menu be available?
The spring menu can be enjoyed at Peet’s until June 2.
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Charlotte is a VegNews editor and writer based in sunny Southsea on England’s southern coast.
