Tag: City

You Are Here – Olomouc

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The Starbucks You Are Here Olomouc mug introduces one of the Czech Republic’s most historic cities, with roots stretching back to the Great Moravian period. I would like to thank the blog reader for providing the photos of this mug.

Olomouc became an important political and religious center during the Middle Ages, and in 1063 it became the seat of a bishopric. The city prospered as a major center of Moravia, although its history also includes the Swedish occupation during the Thirty Years’ War, when Swedish troops held Olomouc from 1642 to 1650.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Santiago

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The Starbucks Discovery Series Ornament Santiago brings together several elements that capture the character of Chile’s capital, from its dramatic mountain setting to traditional food, native wildlife and popular culture. Santiago was founded by Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia on February 12, 1541, in the Mapocho River valley. The city grew into the political and economic center of the Spanish colony of Chile and remained at the heart of the country after Chile declared independence in 1818. Today, Santiago is the country’s largest city, set against the Andes and surrounded by a landscape that is very much part of its identity.… Read more

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Discovery Series – São Paulo

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The Starbucks Discovery Series São Paulo mug is dedicated to Brazil’s largest city and one of the country’s most important economic and cultural centres. São Paulo was founded on January 25, 1554, when Jesuit priests established a college on the Piratininga plateau. For much of its early history, it remained a relatively small settlement, but the coffee boom of the 19th century transformed the city. The wealth generated by coffee helped bring railways, immigrants and rapid urban development, turning São Paulo into a major industrial and commercial centre.… Read more

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Relief – München

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While I actually missed adding some other Relief releases when they first appeared in stores and had to catch up later, Relief München seems to be a fresh release. Thanks to a blog reader who gave me a heads-up about it.

It seems the only coloured element in the design is the pair of beer glasses. Beer has been an important part of Munich’s history for centuries, with brewing in the city dating back to the Middle Ages. In 1487, Munich introduced its own beer purity law, which later became part of the famous Bavarian Reinheitsgebot.… Read more

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You Are Here – Teplice

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I was contacted by some amazing readers of my blog who alerted me to the release of not one, not two, but as many as three new mugs from Czechia. I would like to thank all of them for helping me keep the site up to date. Special thanks go to the reader who provided these photos of the You Are Here Teplice mug, which is where we will start our journey.

Teplice’s history is closely connected with its thermal springs, which were already known in the Middle Ages.… Read more

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Been There – Shanghai Limited Edition

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The Starbucks Been There Shanghai Limited Edition is one of the most unusual regional releases in the entire Been There collection. It appears to have been created for the opening of the Bearista Town pop-up store and museum in Shanghai, making it much more than a standard city mug. The most striking feature is its elegant chocolate-brown and gold color palette, which gives the mug a premium look unlike any regular Been There release. It even comes packaged in a matching chocolate-brown gift box, the first time Starbucks has used this color for Been There mug packaging, making the presentation just as collectible as the mug itself.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Los Cabos

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The Starbucks Discovery Series Los Cabos highlights one of Mexico’s premier resort destinations, located at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula. The municipality of Los Cabos is made up primarily of the towns of Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, connected by a scenic coastal corridor lined with beaches, luxury resorts, and golf courses. While Cabo San Lucas is known for its vibrant marina and nightlife, San José del Cabo has preserved much of its colonial charm with historic streets and traditional architecture.… Read more

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You Are Here – Katowice (prototype)

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Yet another very interesting and unique find from the private collection that is being offered for sale. It seems that You Are Here Katowice was originally planned for release much earlier than we previously believed. The prototype’s design is significantly different from the version that was ultimately approved in 2024. As you can see in the comparison photos below, the final mug features a more vibrant color palette, while the marching band’s hat from the prototype was replaced with the full marching band.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Guadalajara

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The Starbucks Discovery Series Guadalajara pays tribute to the cultural capital of western Mexico. Founded in 1542, Guadalajara is the capital of the state of Jalisco and is widely regarded as the birthplace of several traditions that have become symbols of Mexican identity, including mariachi music and tequila. The city’s historic architecture, vibrant festivals, and celebrated cuisine have earned it a place among Mexico’s most fascinating destinations. The mug combines many of these defining elements into a colorful design.

– Jarabe Tapatío, better known as the Mexican Hat Dance, takes center stage on the left side of the mug.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Memphis

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The Starbucks Discovery Series Ornament Memphis is a mini-mug for the city that was founded in 1819 along the Mississippi River bluffs. It quickly became a vital port city for the cotton trade and river commerce. The city’s strategic location made it a major transportation hub, connecting the Deep South to markets nationwide via steamboat and later railroad. Memphis endured devastating yellow fever epidemics in the 1870s that nearly destroyed the city, followed by rebuilding and growth into the 20th century.… Read more

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