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After the release of Starbucks\u2019 adorable 20-ounce \u201cBearista\u201d cups, fans have been eagerly awaiting more merch. While it seems the Bearista won\u2019t be returning, there\u2019s plenty to get excited about in the brand-new holiday collection.<\/span><\/p>\n In a November 6 statement, the coffee-chain giant told <\/span>People<\/span><\/i><\/a>, \u201cThe excitement for our merchandise exceeded even our biggest expectations.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cDespite shipping more Bearista cups to coffeehouses than almost any other merchandise item this holiday season, the Bearista cup and some other items sold out fast,\u201d Starbucks added. \u201cWe understand many customers were excited about the Bearista cup and apologize for the disappointment this may have caused.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Now, Starbucks is teaming up with lifestyle brand Roller Rabbit to bring its signature vibrant designs to a brand-new holiday merchandise collection. The limited-edition cups are set to be released on December 2.<\/span><\/p>\n Fans got a sneak peek of the collaboration through @snackolater\u2019s<\/span> Instagram post<\/span><\/a>, which quickly sparked buzz online. And although Starbucks confirmed the collab wouldn\u2019t officially hit stores until December, some shoppers claim to have already spotted the new Roller Rabbit items in stores.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThe Roller Rabbit is already out in some stores, I saw it this weekend\u2026 and you can order a gingerbread latte now,\u201d one commenter shared.<\/span><\/p>\n Not everyone was thrilled, though. Many fans are still hoping for the return of the beloved Bearista cup that sold out within minutes. As one commenter put it, \u201cBRING BACK THE BEARISTA.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n On top of the collaboration with Roller Rabbit, Starbucks also has new exciting <\/span>merchandise<\/span><\/a> that have been available in stores since November 6.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nHoliday Merch Lineup<\/span><\/h2>\n