Starbucks has launched its newest holiday cup, stirring a frenzy among customers nationwide. The Teddy Bear Cup, featuring a cozy bear in a holiday sweater, quickly became a hot item as fans camped out overnight to secure one.
Many Starbucks stores received only a few of these collectible cups, leaving many customers disappointed and frustrated. Long lines formed before store openings, with some shoppers waiting up to five hours, only to find fewer than ten cups available per location.
The limited availability instantly turned the cup into a prized collector’s item and a lucrative resale commodity. Online resellers are listing the cups for $150 or more, fueling widespread excitement and tension.
The intense demand led to several fights breaking out in Starbucks stores across the U.S., including in El Paso. Many moments of chaos were captured on video and shared widely.
“Why release something this limited if everyone wants one?” asked frustrated customers facing the scarcity.
Starbucks’ limited Teddy Bear Cup quickly became a rare collectible, prompting long waits, reselling at high prices, and even altercations over scarcity nationwide.