"Pretty in Purple"... Starbucks 'Ube Basque Cheesecake' Now Available at All Stores Nationwide

Starbucks Korea announced on the 24th that it will expand the limited sale of the 'Ube Basque Cheesecake,' which had been available at 100 stores nationwide since the 14th, to all stores nationwide.

Starbucks Korea announced on the 24th that it will expand the limited sales of 'Ube Basque Cheesecake,' which had been sold at 100 stores nationwide since the 14th, to all stores across the country. Photo by Starbucks Korea

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Ube is a type of purple yam that is popular in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines. It is known for its subtle sweetness, nutty flavor, and vibrant purple color. The 'Ube Basque Cheesecake' is a cake that incorporates the unique flavor of ube into a soft and rich Basque cheesecake. The selling price is 7,500 won.

Choi Hyunjung, Head of Food and Beverage Development at Starbucks Korea, said, "Reflecting global dessert trends, the 'Ube Basque Cheesecake' has received a positive response from customers since its launch, so we decided to expand it to all stores nationwide. We will continue to develop differentiated food offerings unique to Starbucks by utilizing a variety of ingredients to deliver a distinct food experience."

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