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SIGNAL · STARBUCKS-REWARDS-PROGRAM-OVERHAUL-LIVE-ELITE-TIERS-NEW-EARNING-RATES-AND-REDEMP · Mar 10

Starbucks Rewards Program Overhaul Live: Elite Tiers and New Earning Rates

Starbucks Rewards changes went live on March 10, 2026, reintroducing Gold and Reserve elite tiers. The overhaul adjusts earning rates, introduces redemption caps, and modifies birthday treat windows

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What happened

  • **Earning Rates:** Green members earn 1 Star/dollar (up to 1.5 with reloads). Gold members earn 1.2 Stars/dollar (up to 1.7). Reserve members earn 1.7 Stars/dollar (up to 2.2).
  • **Redemption Caps:** 100-Star redemptions capped at $6 value; 200-Star redemptions capped at $10 value.
  • **New Redemption Option:** 60 Stars for $2 off any item.
  • **Benefits:** Stars no longer expire for elite members. Gold members have an extended birthday treat window. Reserve members receive an elite card and access to more double-Star days.
  • **Reload Bonus:** Earn 10 Stars for $30+ reloads, 25 Stars for $50+ reloads

Starbucks Rewards program changes are live as of March 10, 2026. The overhaul reintroduces elite status with Green, Gold (500 Stars/year), and Reserve (2,500 Stars/year) tiers. Key changes include:

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