Prices last updated: November 1, 2026
Starbucks Rewards is Starbucks’ free loyalty program. You earn Stars when you pay, then redeem them for free drinks, food and more, starting at 25 Stars. Here is how many Stars you earn at each level, what each Reward costs and what your Stars are worth, from the official Starbucks Rewards page (checked November 1, 2026).
How you earn Stars
| Status | Stars earned each year | Stars per $1 |
|---|---|---|
| Green | Less than 500 | 1 |
| Gold | 500+ | 1.2 |
| Reserve | 2,500+ | 1.7 |
At participating cafés. Stars are not earned on Starbucks Card purchases or reloads, alcohol, tax or tips.
Members also earn double Stars when they use a clean personal cup at participating cafés, and bonus Stars for digital Starbucks Card reloads: 10 Bonus Stars for $30 or more and 25 Bonus Stars for $50 or more.
What you can get with Stars
| Stars | Reward | Value up to |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | $1 off a drink customization (espresso shot, syrup or cold foam) | $1 |
| 60 | Up to $2 off your order | $2 |
| 100 | Brewed coffee or tea (hot or iced), bakery item, packaged snacks and more | $6 |
| 200 | Handcrafted drink (like a latte or cold brew) or hot breakfast | $10 |
| 300 | Sandwich, protein box or packaged coffee | $16 |
| 400 | Select Starbucks merchandise | $20 |
From the official Starbucks Rewards page. Excludes alcohol and multi-serve items.
What are Starbucks Stars worth?
At the maximum values Starbucks lists, a Star is worth about 4 to 6 cents: 200 Stars for a drink worth up to $10 is up to 5 cents a Star, and 100 Stars for an item worth up to $6 is up to 6 cents. You get the most value by redeeming 200 Stars for a large, customized handcrafted drink or 100 Stars for a pricier bakery item. Green members earning 1 Star per $1 get roughly 4% to 6% back at those values.
Gold and Reserve benefits
- All members: a free birthday treat, Free Mod Mondays (one free drink customization a month, up to $2), personalized offers and games, and double Stars with a personal cup.
- Gold (500+ Stars a year): 1.2 Stars per $1, Stars that don’t expire while you keep Gold status, 7 days to redeem your birthday treat and 4 more Double Star Days a year.
- Reserve (2,500+ Stars a year): 1.7 Stars per $1, 30 days to redeem your birthday treat, 6 more Double Star Days a year, access to exclusive coffee experiences and a personalized Reserve Card.
Do Starbucks Stars expire?
For Green members, Stars expire 6 months after they are earned; you can extend the expiration by a month by making a qualifying purchase, redeeming a Reward or reloading $30 or more digitally in the calendar month before they expire. Stars don’t expire while you have Gold or Reserve status.
Starbucks birthday reward
Members get a free birthday drink or treat (standard menu size). You must make at least one Star-earning purchase before your birthday each year. Green members redeem it on their birthday only, Gold members within 7 days and Reserve members within 30 days.
Partner perks
Starbucks lets members link accounts with partners including Delta SkyMiles and Marriott Bonvoy to earn extra rewards; see the partner terms on starbucks.com.
Starbucks Rewards FAQ
How many Stars do you get per dollar at Starbucks?
Green members earn 1 Star per $1, Gold members 1.2 Stars and Reserve members 1.7 Stars at participating cafés.
How many Stars is a free drink?
200 Stars for a handcrafted drink like a latte or cold brew (up to $10 value), or 100 Stars for brewed coffee or tea.
How do you get Gold status at Starbucks?
Earn 500 or more Stars in a year. Reserve status takes 2,500 or more Stars a year.
Do Starbucks Stars expire?
Green members' Stars expire 6 months after they are earned (you can extend them month by month with activity). Gold and Reserve members' Stars don't expire while they keep that status.
What is Mod Monday at Starbucks?
A Starbucks Rewards benefit: members get one free drink customization each month, worth up to $2, at participating cafés.