Costa Coffee spring drinks, new cups and the Matchilda plushie

Costa Coffee is introducing a Matchilda plushie among its spring items <i>(Image: Costa Coffee)</i>
Costa Coffee is introducing a Matchilda plushie among its spring items (Image: Costa Coffee)
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Spring has arrived at Costa Coffee with a vibrant new menu of colourful drinks, inventive snacks, and playful surprises.

Highlights include Sweet Ube Hot Chocolate, Cherry Vanilla Iced Matcha Latte, and Bacon, Mature Cheddar & Chilli Jam Hot Cross Buns.

Adding a collectable twist, Costa is introducing Matchilda, a new plushie available through the Costa Club app.

Fans on Instagram are calling her “so cute” and “a must-have,” making her the perfect spring gift.

Spring Drinks (from £4.25)

  • Sweet Ube Hot Chocolate – £4.25
    Creamy, sweet, and nutty with a striking purple hue, perfect for spring mornings.
  • Sweet Ube Frappe – £4.95
    Chilled, blended, and topped with light whip, this drink is refreshing and visually striking.
  • Cherry Vanilla Iced Matcha Latte – £4.75
    Smooth matcha with fruity cherry vanilla syrup, ideal for a springtime refreshment.
  • Costa Express Tea
    Available at over 13,000 Costa Express machines nationwide, making it easy to enjoy a warm tea on the go.
  • Costa Smooth Medium Blend Instant Coffee – £6.99 (Iceland & Morrisons)
    Available in Smooth, Intense, and Decaf. Brings Costa’s signature Mocha Italia flavour to home brewing.

Matchilda Plushie

Costa Coffee has introduced Matchilda, a new plushie available through the Costa Club app.

Fans have praised it on Instagram, but her locations are only announced on the app.

Costa Coffee new menu and accessories for spring 2026 (Image: Costa Coffee)

Spring Accessories (from £14.99)

  • Matcha-Inspired 34oz Tumbler with Straw – £19.99
    Green-to-red ombré tumbler for iced matcha drinks.
  • Matcha-Inspired 12oz Travel Cup – £14.99
    Compact, colourful, and perfect for daily coffee runs.
  • Latte Ombré 34oz Tumbler with Straw – £19.99
    Warm latte-tone tumbler suitable for year-round use.

Costa Coffee new menu and accessories for spring 2026 (Image: Costa Coffee)


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Savoury Spring Bites (from £3.95)

  • Bacon, Mature Cheddar & Chilli Jam Hot Cross Bun – £4.50
    Smoky bacon, mature cheddar, and chilli jam in a fruited hot cross bun.
  • Chicken Salad Sandwich – £5.95
    Roast chicken breast with lemon, black pepper mayonnaise, tomato, cucumber, and lettuce on malted bread.

Costa Coffee new menu and accessories for spring 2026 (Image: Costa Coffee)

Sweet Treats and Easter Specials (from £2.75)

  • Strawberry & Matcha Cookie Sandwich – £3.95
    White chocolate and matcha cookies filled with strawberry jam and matcha frosting.
  • Classic Hot Cross Bun – £2.95
    Spiced bun with sultanas, raisins, and mixed peel.

Costa Coffee new menu and accessories for spring 2026 (Image: Costa Coffee)

  • Chocolate Cornflake Nest – £2.95
    Crunchy, chocolaty Easter treat.
  • Caramelised Biscuit Rocky Road – £3.25
    Rich, chewy, and perfect for gifting.
  • Iced Chick Gingerbread Biscuit – £2.75
    Fun and playful seasonal biscuit for all ages.

The spring menu is available now across the UK.

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