People Have An Issue With Starbucks' New Protein Lattes & We Can See Why

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People Have An Issue With Starbucks' New Protein Lattes & We Can See Why By Dylan Murray Oct. 6, 2025 2:28 pm EST

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With the release of Starbucks' protein-packed cold foam and lattes, which arrived in late September 2025, came excitement from fans who were looking to get more nutritional value out of their favorite beverages. The first week of one item's rollout, however, left much to be desired, at least according to those who tried the offering. Many customers have reported problems with the Hot Protein Latte on platforms like Reddit and TikTok , as the special protein milk that the chain uses for this drink rapidly curdles, creating a texture that isn't just visually and physically off-putting, but also incredibly