Starbucks customers across hundreds of locations in the United States started their weeks off with a surprise: Their beloved Frappuccinos and iced espresso drinks served in paper cups, not plastic.

While Starbucks did not specify the exact locations of the rollout, all of the Santa Monica stores have switched to paper cups. Starbucks said it is doing it to comply with local mandates.

Starbucks is celebrating 25 ... cheer of the season," per a release. The cups are all meant to look like they're wrapped up in adorable wrapping paper. "We have always talked about the cups ...

Starbucks recently introduced new compostable cups in select states, including California, aiming to reduce plastic waste. While some students applaud the eco-friendly change, others are less than ...

The Starbucks ... Stanley cup was to celebrate Starbucks' winter menu, which dropped the same day on Jan. 3. It included a new permanent menu item: the Iced Shaken Hazelnut Oat Milk Espresso.

Starbucks customers across hundreds of locations in the United States started their weeks off with a surprise: Their beloved Frappuccinos and iced espresso drinks served in paper cups, not plastic.