Bearista Tales

The Secret of Starbucks "Pumps"

There's almost a "code" for ordering drinks at Starbucks - the right order in which to say things - size first, followed by listing preferences in the order they appear down the side of the cup. That's decaf, shots, syrup, milk, custom, and drink (e.g., mocha, latte, cappucino). Lately we've been hearing a lot of people specifying the number of "pumps" of syrup to be added, such as "2 pump chai" or "7 pump mocha."

But it only makes sense to adjust if you know what you're changing. What's the default? A tall drink normally gets 3 pumps of syrup, a grande drink 4, and a venti drink 5. So, a tall, 2-pump Chai is light on the syrup, whereas a grande 5-pump mocha has extra chocolate. And a 7-pump anything is super decadent.

Now that we know, we can tweak away with abandon. That Chai has always been just-too-sweet for you? Fewer pumps of syrup! You just can't get enough peppermint to freshen your breath? The 10-pump peppermint latte for you!

Australia Bearista

Destination Series, 2nd Edition, Bearista Bear Collection

Wears a white polo shirt, khaki pants, and the traditional Starbucks green apron with "Australia" written on the front. All the Destination Series bears in this line are dressed the same, with the different country names written on their aprons.

Chicago Bearista Bear (2007)

Local Bearista Bear Collection, Special Edition in the Bearista Bear Collection

Wears a Starbucks baseball cap, a blue Chicago Hoody with a "Windy City" t-shirt, and khaki cargo shorts

Holiday Boy Bear 2007

68th Edition in the Bearista Bear Collection

Sports red long johns, red slippers and a stocking cap, and carries a teddy bear. Stomach has additional padding for that "fat belly" look.

Holiday Girl Bear 2007

69th Edition in the Bearista Bear Collection

Clad in pink pajamas and red slippers with a bow in her hair. Has extra long eyelashes. Carries a teddy bear.

Welcome!

Welcome to the Starbucks Bearista Fan Page. Starbucks has been making cute little teddy bears since 1997 when they created their first one clad in the signature Starbucks green apron. Today there are more than 70 bears in the domestic Bearista collection, and a host of international and thematic Bearistas. Here we'll try to keep up with the new Bearistas as they come out. You can help by taking pictures of your own collection or of bears from your local stores. Email us at bearista.blog@bearistatales.com.