Unleash Your Sweet Tooth with Starbucks New Ube!

The new Ube Frappuccino is seriously good!

If you’ve got a sweet tooth and a soft spot for pretty drinks, the latest drop from Starbucks Australia is going to be right up your alley. Say hello to the Starbucks Ube Frappuccino in Australia — the dreamy, purple Filipino flavour (pronounced ooh-bay) that’s creamy, nutty, a little nostalgic, and totally Instagram-worthy.

We tried the new Ube Crunchy Frappuccino and the Crunchy Ube Iced Macchiato — and let me tell you, they’re just as good as they look. As discussed in my Perth coastal luxury series, vibrant flavours and visuals are everything. Whether you're into tropical desserts or just need something different in your coffee run, this is a flavour moment worth jumping on.

What’s Starbucks Ube, Anyway?

Ube has been a staple in Filipino sweets forever — think ube ice cream, halaya (ube jam), and colourful cakes — but now it's having a full-on global moment. It’s naturally vibrant, a little earthy, and totally addictive. And finally, it’s landed here in Australia in the form of two dreamy drinks at Starbucks.

Honestly, it gives serious matcha 2.0 vibes — unexpected, pretty, and kind of perfect.

The Crunchy Ube Frappuccino: A Summer Vibe in a Cup

This one is pure fun. Think sweet, creamy ube blended into an icy frappe and finished off with crunchy bits for texture (yes please). We got ours with whipped cream and coconut milk, and it was like dessert and a drink in one — exactly what you want on a warm day or just because you're craving something a little extra.

If you're feeling fancy, you can customise it with vanilla or chocolate syrup, or even a sprinkle of cinnamon. But honestly.. it doesn’t need much.

Dazzling Crunchy Ube Frappuccino

The presentation of the Crunchy Ube Frappuccino is as appealing as its taste. The vibrant purple color makes it Instagram-worthy. For an added richness, we decided to go with extra whipped cream and coconut milk, but this drink is highly customisable.

Here are some ideas to enhance your experience:

• Add a swirl of vanilla or chocolate syrup.

• Sprinkle some cinnamon on top for an interesting twist.

  
  

The Starbucks Crunchy Ube Iced Macchiato: Your New Coffee Obsession

Now, if you're more of a coffee person (like me), the Crunchy Ube Iced Macchiato is the one. It’s layered and gives you that bold hit of espresso with a smooth ube twist.

It looks gorgeous — deep espresso mingling with soft purple swirls — and tastes even better. We tried it with coconut milk and loved the creamy texture. It's the kind of drink that feels like a mid-week treat or a weekend pick-me-up.

Where to buy ube drinks in Perth and surrounds?

If you're wondering where to buy ube drinks in Perth and surrounds, most Starbucks stores across the metro area now offer the full ube range. We picked ours up from the Mandurah store, but you can also find them throughout.

Final Sip

In a world full of flat whites and caramel lattes, it’s fun to shake things up. Ube brings something fresh to the table — sweet, nostalgic, and just different enough to feel exciting.

Whether you're team frappe or team macchiato, these drinks are a total vibe.

Explore, indulge, and unleash your sweet tooth with this new flavour from Starbucks Australia.

Enjoy!

We'll be back again!