Customers can choose to replace regular milk with plant-based options
Move underscores our commitment to giving regional customers more choice at no additional cost.
Dubai, UAE: – Starbucks MENA, the international coffeehouse licensed and operated by the Alshaya Group in the region, has announced that customers can enjoy dairy-free options in their preferred Starbucks beverages at no extra charge.
This move positions Starbucks as a leader in customer offerings by providing all plant-based dairy alternatives – oat milk, soy milk, coconut milk, and almond milk – at no extra charge. This allows coffee lovers to personalize their beverages to suit their tastes and dietary preferences, reaffirming Starbucks’ commitment to giving customers the freedom to enjoy their drinks their way.
This considerable investment reflects the brand’s deep-seated understanding of the immersive coffee culture in the region and its commitment to respecting its customers’ passion for diverse regular and blended coffee beverages. This initiative also highlights the brand’s responsibility to inclusivity and accessibility in the communities it serves and contributes to Starbucks’ ongoing efforts to reducing its environmental impact.
This decision is being rolled out as of Monday, November 11, 2024, across all 1,300 Starbucks stores in UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Lebanon, Egypt, Jordan, and Morocco.
With a longstanding presence in the region, Starbucks at Alshaya Group has expanded to over 1,300 stores across 10 countries, creating jobs, supporting local communities, and championing initiatives that promote gender diversity and leadership opportunities for women. Through its commitment to community development and regional engagement, Starbucks at Alshaya Group continues to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for its partners and customers alike.
