Starting September 3, 2025, Starbucks Japan will introduce a limited-time fall drink that combines comforting flavours in a fun, dessert-like latte. The \u201cHojicha Roasted Sweet Potato Mousse Tea Latte\u201d blends hojicha (roasted green tea) and creamy milk with a smooth roasted sweet potato sauce, giving you delightful bits of sweet potato in every sip. It’s topped with a fluffy sweet potato mousse and dusted with sweet potato powder for extra flavour and texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Priced at around \u00a5628 for takeout or \u00a5640 for dine-in (Tall size only), the iced latte promises a satisfying experience that feels as rich as a dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The roasted sweet potato sauce is smooth yet textural, letting you taste bits of sweet potato alongside the smoky aroma of hojicha. The mousse and powder add a gentle richness and satisfying mouthfeel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hojicha, roasted green tea, has grown increasingly popular as a sophisticated alternative to matcha. It delivers earthy, nutty, caramel-like notes while being lower in caffeine and offering soothing antioxidants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re looking for a must-try seasonal drink in the city, this latte hits all the right notes\u2014cosy, flavorful, and Instagram-worthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n