#LetThereBeBright A Starbucks Philippines Christmas 2014, and the Starbucks Philippines 2015 Planner

It is the most wonderful time of the year again! Starbucks Philippines unveiled last night "Let There Be Bright," the new Starbucks Holiday/ Christmas campaign, and the new offerings which will all be available starting November 3 in all your favorite Starbucks branches nationwide. 

Christmas at Starbucks is not complete without the Christmas beverages. The return of the iconic Red Cup, together with delicious holiday espresso and coffee beverages that have delighted customers around the world as we celebrate this special time of the year. Starbucks Philippines invites everyone to celebrate the wonder and joy of the holidays with new and returning Christmas beverages, beautifully crafted with flavors of the season to inspire them to share the joy with family and friends -- making everyone's Christmas just a little more "merry and bright."

CHRISTMAS COOKIE LATTE



Inspired by the traditions of the season, the Christmas Cookie Latte is a buttery creamy latte infused with shortbread cookie sauce, topped with whipped cream, shortbread cookie drizzle and butter cookie crumbles. Starbucks unique shortbread cookie sauce has a sweet buttery flavor and aroma.

TOFFEE NUT LATTE



The rich, buttery flavor of toffee with the warmth of toffee nuts, combined with our smooth espresso and velvety steamed milk. This Toffee Nut Latte is made even more special with NEW espresso caramel whipped cream and toffee sprinkles.

PEPPERMINT MOCHA



Rich, bittersweet chocolate, combined with peppermint, sweet espresso and velvety steamed milk. Topped with whipped cream, mocha drizzle and peppermint-flavored candy bits.

Hot or Iced - Short – ₱ 150; Tall – ₱ 160; Grande – ₱ 175; Venti– ₱ 185
Blended - Tall – ₱ 170; Grande – ₱ 180; Venti– ₱ 190

Starbucks Philippines HOLIDAY STARBUCKS CARDS

 

Starbucks Philippines will also be releasing two (2) cards, the Holiday Tree and Snowman Cards, available at an initial consumable load of Php300. Together with the new cards, Starbucks Philippines will also be releasing the first-ever Starbucks Mini Card in the Philippines. Available at an initial consumable load of Php500.



There will also be a Starbucks Card Activation Promo:

1. Promotion will run from November 3 to 5, 2014 in all Starbucks stores in the Philippines.
2. Customers who activate a new Starbucks Card within the promo period with at least ₱1,500 will receive an additional ₱300 load.
3. This promo applies to newly activated Starbucks Cards (any design including mini card) and not reloaded Starbucks Cards.
4. Customers cannot use a Starbucks Card or Gift Certificate to activate a Starbucks Card.
5. There is no limit to the number of Starbucks Cards a customer can activate.
6. The additional ₱300 load must be loaded on the same Starbucks Card activated.
7. If a customer would like to activate a Starbucks Card with ₱10,000, the customer should only shoulder the cost of ₱9,700 while the ₱300 balance will be complimentary.
8. This promo cannot be availed in conjunction with other promotions.

Besides the Starbucks Card Activation Promo, Starbucks Philippines is rolling out the Starbucks Card Gift Pack, which will run from December 1 to 3, 2014 in all Starbucks Philippines stores nationwide.



A gift pack of six (6) Starbucks Cards each loaded with Php300 can be purchased at a special price of Php1,500 within the promo period. A Starbucks Cards Gift Pack will include the following designs: Holiday Tree Card, Snowman Card, Philippine Eagle Card, Cold Cups Card, Coffee Cups Card (2pcs.). Starbucks Cards within the gift pack cannot be sold individually, nor can it be interchanged with other designs. Customers cannot use a Starbucks Card or Gift Certificate to purchase a gift pack.

But probably the most awaited part of the Starbucks Philippine Christmas Tradition is the return of the Starbucks Planner. Now on its 12th edition, the Limited Edition Starbucks Philippines 2015 Planner will feature four interesting designs/colors.



Every coffee has a story. And so does the Philippines Starbucks Planner. "Whether you’re still finding your favorite drink or enjoying your “me” time with your favorite coffee at your third place, we want to make sure that we continue to give you an extra shot of lift in the heart with some daily inspiration," Starbucks Philippines said in a press release.



And so, in 2003, Starbucks Philippines thought of creating something to keep everyone company as we begin our day with a fresh cup of coffee. Something to plan out our the day with or cherish our moments with. Something that will tell the Starbucks story. And keep our stories as well. Since then, Starbucks Philippines put passion in telling stories one planner (and cup) at a time.



This November 3, Starbucks Philippines annual Christmas tradition returns with the 12th edition of the Starbucks Planner. The Limited Edition Starbucks Philippines 2015 Planner will be available in four water-resistant apron cloth covers (green, black, red and brown) with a name tag bookmark, a coffee pin bookmark and a chalk pen with highlighter.



It has fifteen (15) coupons with Starbucks treats that can be shared with family, friends and loved ones throughout the year. A customer can avail of a Starbucks Christmas traditions planner promo card from November 3, 2014 to January 8, 2015. One sticker is awarded for each Starbucks beverage purchase. Holder must accumulate a total of eighteen (18) stickers - nine (9) Christmas beverages plus nine (9) core handcrafted beverages to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Philippines 2015 Planner.



See the Starbucks Philippines Planner Promo Mechanics below:

1. A customer can avail of a Starbucks Christmas Traditions Promo card from November 3, 2014 to January 8, 2015 with no purchase required.
2. One sticker is awarded for each Starbucks handcrafted beverage purchase. Holder must accumulate a total of eighteen (18) stickers, to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2015 Planner.
3. Customer must present the Starbucks Christmas Traditions card to the barista upon purchase to get the corresponding number of stickers.
4. In case any of the Holiday featured beverages are not available (ex. Toffee Nut Latte), customers can substitute it with any of the remaining holiday featured beverages (ex. Christmas Cookie Latte or Peppermint Mocha). Should all three (3) not be available, only then can customers substitute with any espresso-based or Frappuccino® blended beverage of their choice.
5. A customer must complete the required number of stickers to qualify for the redemption of one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2015 Planner. A combination of up to two (2) promo cards will be allowed, provided that the 9 featured plus 9 core beverages have been purchased. Excess stickers for combined cards will be forfeited.
6. Once all stickers are completed, customer submits the Starbucks Christmas Traditions Card/s to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2015 Planner from any Starbucks Coffee store in the Philippines.
7. Tampering with and/or transferring of stickers to obtain the required number of stickers will render all promo cards null and void.
8. Every purchase of a handcrafted beverage using a Starbucks Card will be awarded one (1) sticker and one (1) Beverage Star. Terms and conditions that apply to the Starbucks Card are available on www.starbucks.ph/card.
9. Single receipt bulk purchase of food and other retail items (merchandise, whole bean, Starbucks VIA®) worth at least ₱7,000 will entitle the customer to one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2015 Planner. Combination of receipts is not allowed.
10. Bulk purchase of gift certificates and Starbucks Card load/reload of at least ₱7,000 will not entitle the customer to a planner.
11. The following transactions and discounts are qualified for this promotion. (Senior Citizen discount; Handicapped discount; VAT Exempt; Personal Cup/Tumbler ₱5 discount)
12. The following coupons and discounts are disqualified for this promotion.

• Service Recovery Coupon
• Free Tall Beverage Coupon
• Customer Voice Redemption
• Rustan Coffee Partner discount
• Rustan Group of Companies discount
• Starbucks Card Registration Treat and Coupon
• Starbucks Card Beverage Treat Redemption
• HSBC Redemption

   13. Promotion starts on November 3, 2014. Stickers may be obtained from November 3, 2014 to
         January 8, 2015.
   14. Redemption of the Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2014 Planner starts November 3, 2014 up
         to March 8, 2015, at Starbucks stores in the Philippines only.

I am one happy Starbucks cardista! Thank you Starbucks Philippines Team! :)

Starbucks Coffee Holiday Beverages and 2014 Starbucks Planner

November usually comes in with the cool breeze, the sight of Christmas lights, and the scent and memories of the flavors of our favorite holiday drinks from Starbucks Coffee! This is the time to enjoy the much awaited holiday red cups, and the delectable new and returning food items from Starbucks.

For Starbucks, the holidays are a time "to create wonder and share joy" with sweet traditions rooted in more than four decades of passion for coffee, food and the holiday spirit. Indulge, reminisce and make new memories this year with delicious holiday treats and the much-anticipated return of handcrafted holiday beverages at Starbucks.

Until January 8, 2014,  everyone can enjoy Toffee Nut Latte, Peppermint Mocha, and Gingerbread Latte. :)

Enjoy the flavor of freshly baked gingerbread combined with perfectly roasted espresso and steamed milk. Classically topped with whipped cream and ground nutmeg, this signature handcrafted latte, Gingerbread Latte, is sure to perk up the senses this Christmas season. (Tall - ₱160, Grande- ₱175, Venti - ₱185) 

 

Peppermint fans, this one is for you! Enjoy the warm combination of espresso, steamed milk, bittersweet chocolate and peppermint flavor in this seasonal favorite. Topped with classic whipped cream and crushed candy cane, the Peppermint Mocha is brimming with Christmas cheer that is sure to please. (Tall - ₱160, Grande- ₱175, Venti - ₱185)

 

A flavorful holiday beverage, the Toffee Nut Latte has the rich, buttery flavor of sweet toffee combined with toasted nuts, blended with our smooth espresso and velvety steamed milk. Topped with whipped cream and toffee-flavored sprinkles, it’s no surprise that this warm, heavenly beverage is sure to put you in the mood for Christmas. (Tall - ₱160, Grande- ₱175, Venti - ₱185) 

 

Starbucks Philippines Christmas tradition returns with the 11th edition of the Starbucks Planner. 

This year’s theme is “Coffee Perfection” and will be highlighted throughout the planner. Coffee perfection begins with the journey of coffee, from the farmer to the buyer, roaster and barista. Each and every bean has a story that is unraveled by many pairs of caring hands before it becomes part of your perfectly handcrafted cup of coffee. Every turn of a page tells the story of how your cup of coffee has journeyed and was crafted perfectly for you.

The Limited Edition 2014 Starbucks Philippines Planner will be available in four (4) leather covers ( yellow, brown, magenta and black) and comes with a coffee icon bookmark. The colors of the leather covers are inspired by the roast profiles of whole bean coffees at Starbucks – Blonde Roast (yellow), Medium Roast (brown), Dark Roast (magenta) and Starbucks Reserve Coffees (exotic, rare and exquisite coffees) (black). New additions this year are the roast profile and coffee stamp stickers which customers may use once they experience the whole bean coffees. Also, the planner has turned digital through the use of QR codes that feature videos that will help customers with their coffee journey. The planner has fourteen (14) coupons with different Starbucks treats that can be shared with family, friends and loved ones. The coupons may be redeemed at any Starbucks store in the Philippines during a specified period in 2014.

A customer can avail of a 2014 Starbucks Philippines Planner promo card from November 2, 2013 to January 8, 2014. One (1) sticker is awarded for each Starbucks beverage purchase. Holder must accumulate a total of eighteen (18) stickers , nine (9) Christmas beverage plus nine (9) core beverages except bottled drinks) to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Philippines 2014 Planner.

Get your Starbucks Pen with your 2013 Starbucks Planner

Now that most of you have your Starbucks 2013 Planners already, one must have Starbucks item is the Starbucks Pen! Regular price of the pen, which comes with 2 free refills, is P295, but if you redeem your planner, it's yours for only P195. Limited time offering while supplies last.

Coffee Christmas Tradition is back with the 2013 Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee Planners

It is the season to start drinking coffee and to start collecting stickers to get your own Limited Edition Starbucks Philippines 2013 Coffee Planners! This year they come in 3 different leather cover colors - black, white and green. Starbucks Philippines Christmas tradition returns with the 10th edition of the Starbucks Planner. This year’s theme is “Moments of Connection” which is highlighted throughout the planner. "Starbucks believes that a shared moment of genuine connection over coffee is a simple act that helps provide an uplifting part of someone’s day."

The Starbucks Planners come with a magnetic bookmark. It also has thirteen “kindness cards” with different Starbucks treats that can be shared with family, friends and loved ones. The kindness cards may be redeemed at any Starbucks store in the Philippines during a specified period in 2013.

Alongside this Christmas Tradition, is the come back of our favorite holiday drinks, namely the Peppermint Mocha, Dark Cherry Mocha and Toffee Nut Latte.

A customer can avail of a Starbucks Christmas traditions planner promo card from November 3, 2012 to January 8, 2013. One sticker is awarded for each Starbucks beverage purchase. Holder must accumulate a total of seventeen (17) stickers (nine (9) Christmas beverage plus eight (8) core beverages except bottled drinks) to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Philippines 2013 Planner.

With every redeemed Limited Edition Starbucks Philippines 2013 Planner comes a donation for the children of SparkHope – an early childhood care and development program in partnership with UNICEF.

2012 Starbucks Planner for the Philippines

The 2012 Starbucks Coffee Planner is now available in the Philippines starting November 3. Starbucks Philippines has been offering the Starbucks Coffee Planner for 9 straight years now. This year, they leveled up their planner offerings with the theme of "Shared Planet," and for the first time, will be available in five unique covers (Poplar, Bamboo, Cherry, Spruce, and Oak).



Each planner comes with a pouch, a bookmark, and nine different coupons that can be redeemed at all Starbucks stores in the Philippines in 2012. Among the 5 cover designs of the new 2012 Starbucks Planner for the Philippines, I got the color Spurce. It's the second to the darkest among the 5.

Unboxing of the 2012 Starbucks Planner for the Philippines:

The pouch is very useful. It can contain your 2012 Starbucks Planner, and it has two extra pouches inside for your gadgets or money. I tried putting my two phones inside with the planner, and it fits perfectly! :) I like!




These next photos will show of the insides of the new 2012 Starbucks Planner for the Philippines. I am happy that they put back the pages where you can view your whole schedule for the month. Also, I like that they included a Notes page, where you can doodle and write without lines to obstruct your thoughts and ideas. :)



You can avail of the Starbucks Christmas traditions planner promo card and the 2012 Starbucks Planner starting November 3, 2011 and collect stickers from November 3, 2011 to January 8, 2012. One sticker is awarded for each Starbucks beverage purchase. A customer now has two options in collecting stickers to redeem one (1) Limited Edition 2012 Starbucks Coffee Planner.

OPTION 1: Nine (9) Christmas beverages plus eight (8) core beverages except bottled drinks = 17 stickers

OPTION 2: 23 core beverages except bottled drinks = 23 stickers. Now you can opt not to purchase the Starbucks Christmas beverages (fore those who do not want the Starbucks Christmas offerings)



The planner materials used and design reflect this years theme of Starbucks Shared Planet. Starbucks Shared Planet is Starbucks' commitment to doing business in ways that are good to each other and to the planet. Its three pillars include ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship and community involvement. This year's planner supports these through:

Ethical Sourcing - The Starbucks Coffee Planner was produced in a facility that is FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified.
Environmental Stewardship - The inner planner pages are made from 70% recycled paper.
Community Involvement - For every planner redeemed, a donation will be made to SparkHope - Starbucks Philippines' flagship program for early childhood care and development in partnership with UNICEF.

Previous Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee Planner in the Philippines:
2011 Starbucks Coffee Planner
2010 Starbucks Coffee Planner

Thank you to Starbucks Philippines for the event invitation and the FREE 2012 Starbucks Planner for the Philippines :) Mabuhay kayo!

Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2011 Planner is out!

2012 STARBUCKS PLANNERS

Starbucks Philippines launched today at its Cheer Party in Starbucks 6750 Makati branch the annual Christmas Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2011 Planner, the returning Starbucks Christmas drinks (Peppermint Mocha, Praline Mocha and the Toffee Nut Latte) which are available hot, iced or Frappuccino blended, and some new and returning pastries and food items.

The much awaited Starbucks 2011 Planner is here, and it comes in 3 designs -- Red Velvet, Metal and Wood. The theme of this year's planner is based on the materials used in the Starbucks store. Red Velvet is from the couches, the Metal is from the counters, and the wood, obviously, from the chairs and tables.


PERFECT TO TELL STORIES OVER. A STORY FOR EVERY CUP. Starbucks suggests that you fill the planner out with stories and experiences you want to share with others and the world.

Purchase select Starbucks beverages throughout the holiday season to redeem the Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2011 Planner. You need 9 Starbucks Holiday Featured Beverages and 8 Starbucks Core Beverage of your choice (except bottled beverages, bottled water and fruit juices or Starbucks VIA Ready Brew for a total of 17 stickers to complete a card and claim your own Starbucks Coffee 2011 Planner :)


We got our own planner already. I chose the Wood design, while my brother got the Metal one. We sort of didn't like the Red Velvet because of the texture which was felt-like. For me, this year's planner is better than the last year. Although last year's cover was, for me, better than this year because of the action shots on the cover, the overall presentation and packaging of the 2011 Starbucks Coffee Planner has improved.


The calendar and the pages wherein you write stuff are better this year because it's less cramped and it has lines, unlike last year. The bookmark this year is a metallic Starbucks cup, unlike last year's coffee bean. The last page has discount and promo coupons you can use depending on the inclusive dates as stated on the coupon. You can see a sample of the month divider page from the photos below.