I bought the viral Starbucks Bearista cup after camping outside the store at 1 a.m.
Paden Ferguson and his partner managed to get the only two viral Bearista cups at their local Starbucks. The limited stock disappointed many customers eager to buy the popular cups.
Viral craze for the holiday Bearista cup
In October, it was announced that Starbucks would release new holiday drinks and desserts, including a special Bearista cup featuring a green beanie hat and straw. The cup quickly gained traction on social media, sparking widespread excitement.
Planning the purchase
Paden and his partner initially thought getting the cup would be simple, expecting to walk into the store at noon on November 6th, the launch day. However, they soon realized that many others had the same idea, intensifying competition for the cups.
Checking local stock
As the release approached, they decided to scout their local Starbucks stores to gauge availability. On the evening of November 5th, they visited five Starbucks branches and asked the busiest store’s barista about the stock.
- The barista confirmed they had only seven Bearista cups in stock.
"This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Paden Ferguson, CEO of Padiano's Kitchen. It has been edited for length and clarity."
The limited quantity forced Paden and his partner to camp outside the store at 1 a.m. to secure one of the coveted cups.
Customer reaction
Many customers expressed frustration over the scarce availability, reflecting the high demand and viral popularity of the holiday cup.
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Despite the hype and limited supply, Paden's effort paid off by securing one of the two cups available at his local store.
Author’s summary: The cherished Starbucks holiday Bearista cup quickly sold out, leading fans like Paden to camp overnight just to claim one of the few cups stocked locally.