# Nutty Botanical Coffees The Starbucks Pistachio Rose Mocha Was Exclusive to Europe and Africa By Jana Pijak | Published 2017-07-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-pistachio-rose References: [news.starbucks](https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-where-in-the-world-winter-2016) & [extracrispy](http://www.extracrispy.com/drinks/590/11-starbucks-drinks-from-around-the-world) The [Starbucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistachio-velvet-latte) Pistachio Rose Mocha was offered as part of the coffee giant's global menu last winter -- with exclusive sales across Africa and Europe. The hot beverage features a nutty flavor profile that is rich without being too overpowering, and is ideal for those looking to warm up during cool months. The specialty drink -- made with steamed milk and espresso -- was topped with a rose and pistachio whipped cream, a rose and pistachio syrup mix, and a signature Mocha sauce. The final focal point of the limited edition menu item was a sprinkling of fresh pistachio crumbs that were not only tasty, but also [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-holiday-flavors)-friendly. Following in the footsteps of the brand's iconic seasonal offerings like its [Pumpkin Spice Latte](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuggets-pumpkin-spice-latte), the Starbucks Pistachio Rose Mocha combines unexpected flavors for an elegant and exotic beverage. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Nutty Botanical Flavors:** The use of nutty botanical flavors in specialty beverages presents an opportunity for innovative and unique drink creations. - **Limited Edition Menus:** Creating limited edition menu items with unique flavor combinations can drive excitement and engagement among customers. - **Instagram-friendly Food:** Designing food and beverages that are visually appealing and shareable on social media platforms can help generate brand awareness and attract new customers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Coffee and Specialty Beverage:** The coffee and specialty beverage industry can leverage nutty botanical flavors to create new and enticing drink options. - **Food and Beverage Retail:** Limited edition menus can drive traffic and sales for food and beverage retail establishments, creating opportunities for increased revenue. - **Social Media and Marketing:** Designing visually appealing and shareable food and beverage items can help brands gain exposure and engage with customers on social media platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pistachio-Flavored Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistachio-velvet-latte.md) - [Pistachio-Infused Coffee Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistachio-latte.md) - [Festive Winter Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistachio-cream-cold-brew.md) - [Festive Pistachio Frappuccinos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melty-white-pistachio-frappuccino.md) - [Pistachio Matcha Tea Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matcha-crushed-pistachio-milk-tea-latte.md) - [Pistachio Cream Cold Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistachio-cream-cold-brews.md) - [Iced Pistachio Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nespresso-is-a-pistachio-vanilla-flavour-over-ice.md) - [Pistachio-Themed Coffee Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistachio-lineup.md) - [Chilled Dubai Chocolate Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-drinks.md)