Starbucks Removes All Insect Extracts From Its Drinks

April 2012

After PETA discovered that Starbucks was selling beverages that contained cochineal (insect) extract, it asked that the coffee chain debug its drinks. Thankfully, shortly thereafter, Starbucks committed to making the switch back to a plant-based colorant. You can read more on this victory here!

JOIN US
Get urgent alerts, breaking animals rights news, and easy ways to take action for animals!
PETA bunny
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
At least one of the following fields is required.
This field is hidden when viewing the form
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Untitled

Get the Latest Tips—Right in Your Inbox
We’ll e-mail you weekly with the latest in vegan recipes, fashion, and more!

By submitting this form, you’re acknowledging that you have read and agree to our privacy policy and agree to receive e-mails from us.