On December 1st, 2017, Starbucks released a special collection inspired by local textiles and designed with fine materials including Swarovski® crystals and real white gold. The limited-edition items were exclusively available in Starbucks 6750 at Ayala Avenue, where the Seattle brand first opened its doors.
The Philippines’ traditional woven design makes an unexpected debut in Starbucks 20th Anniversary collection. In celebration of two decades in the country, the coffee brand honors the market that has warmly welcomed its coffee servings, with merchandise that pays tribute to Filipino craftsmanship.
It was deep into Christmas season too, when the little coffee shop in Ayala started brewing on December 4, 1997. The aroma of handcrafted beverages wafted from within its walls, which bore the intriguing green mermaid insignia on its walls. Soon enough, the place welcomed coffee lovers who found comfort in the warm smiles of the baristas and in the respite it offered from the bustling Makati City.
A most precious collection from Starbucks
The holidays shined more vividly with the bejeweled 20th Anniversary mugs and tumblers, the classic Ayala 6750 Mug, and the Starbucks Reserve and Roastery exclusive, Hacienda Alsacia.
Elaborate in its design, the anniversary mugs and tumblers show an appreciation for the Philippine woven art. The mugs feature 200 white and emerald Swarovski® crystals set in traditional textile patterns, come with special-edition numbered certificate and ready-to-gift boxes stamped with the Starbucks wordmark.
The most precious item for release is a full white gold version of the 20th Anniversary mug. Starbucks creates the rare premium item as a nod to Philippine heritage. Only 500 pieces were produced of these collectible anniversary mugs which are adorned with 200 lovely Swarovski® crystals.