# Dippable Frappuccino Drinks This Starbucks Frappuccino Beverage is Served with Dipping Sticks By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-09-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frappuccino-beverage References: [en.rocketnews24](http://en.rocketnews24.com/2016/08/29/starbucks-japan-releases-new-golden-maple-candy-walnut-frappuccino-with-sweet-dipping-sticks/) & [twitter](https://twitter.com/Starbucks_J/status/768634713854533632) For the fall season, [Starbucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramelly-milk-coffee-frappuccino) Japan is launching an all-new Frappuccino beverage flavor that is best enjoyed with sweet dipping sticks. The 'Golden Maple Frappuccino with Candy Walnut' itself is made with a blend of sweet ingredients like maple syrup honey, butter and walnut paste. The [autumnal beverage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mera-meera-frappuccino) is served with a topping of [whipped cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frappuccino-blended-beverages), as well as walnut sugar and walnut pieces. In order to enhance the enjoyment of this richly textured drink, Starbucks is also launching limited-edition 'Choux Sticks,' which are made from a sweet dough base mixed with crushed cocoa nibs. Together, the decadent Frappuccino and companion dipping sticks turn what would ordinarily be a pleasing fall beverage into an entire dessert experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dippable Frappuccino Drinks:** Starbucks Japan introduces Frappuccino beverages that can be enjoyed with dipping sticks, creating a unique dessert experience. - **Golden Maple Frappuccino with Candy Walnut:** Starbucks Japan offers a limited-edition autumnal Frappuccino flavor made with maple syrup, honey, walnut paste, and served with walnut toppings, presenting an opportunity for seasonal beverage innovation. - **Choux Sticks:** Starbucks Japan launches limited-edition Choux Sticks made from a sweet dough base mixed with crushed cocoa nibs, allowing for creative pastry innovations. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage:** The introduction of dippable Frappuccino drinks by Starbucks Japan signifies an opportunity for innovation in the beverage industry by creating unique and interactive drink experiences. - **Food:** The pairing of Golden Maple Frappuccino with Candy Walnut and Choux Sticks presents an opportunity for collaborative innovation between the beverage and dessert industry, creating a new category of indulgent desserts. - **Seasonal:** The launch of seasonal Frappuccino flavors and limited-edition Choux Sticks demonstrates the potential for disruptive innovation within the seasonal food and beverage industry, offering unique and limited-time offerings to attract customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Layered Butterscotch Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramelly-milk-coffee-frappuccino.md) - [Seasonal Mochi Ball Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanami-dango-frappuccino.md) - [Blended Sweet Potato Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osatsu-butter-frappuccino.md) - [Autumnal Pear Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/younashi-nama-caramel-frappuccino.md) - [Sweet Potato Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yakiimo-kobashi-caramel-frappuccino.md) - [Seasonal Frappuccino Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-melts-popcorn.md) - [Festive Choc-Berry Frappuccinos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berry-frappuccinos.md) - [Macaron-Topped Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakura-saku-saku-matcha-frappuccino.md) - [Snow-Inspired Blended Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatsuyuki-frappuccino.md)