Starbucks Peru operator Delosi has opened its first drive-through facility in Lima's urban area, situated at the El Ejercito store on Pérez Araníbar Avenue in the San Isidro district.

The El Ejercito drive-through is the second of its kind in Peru, following the Starbucks Panamericana Sur store launched in 2018.

The new store creates ten jobs and offers customers an on-the-go experience.

The El Ejercito outlet has earned the Starbucks Greener Store certification by focusing on reducing carbon emissions and adopting more eco-friendly practices.

This certification was first awarded to a Starbucks Peru store in August 2023, the brand's 20th anniversary in the market.

Starbucks Peru brand manager Cristel Delgado said: “We are thrilled to announce the opening of our first drive-through in the urban zone of Lima.

“This marks a significant milestone for Starbucks Peru, demonstrating our continued commitment to expanding store formats and creating new connections that meet our customers' needs, satisfying their growing demand for premium coffee on-the-go.

“Anticipating monthly traffic of 12,000 visitors, we are excited to welcome coffee enthusiasts to experience the convenience and excellence of Starbucks coffee in a whole new way.”

In collaboration with its operating licensee Caribbean Coffee Baristas (Barbados) Limited (CCBL), Starbucks is also set to open a fourth location in Coverley, Barbados.

Covering 1,600ft², the store will feature a drive-through, catering to the lifestyle community of Coverley.

Starbucks Barbados’ second drive-through store opened this month at Coverley Square.

CCBBL announced that its third drive-through venue in Wildey will be opened at the end of the month - its fifth store in Barbados.

The new stores will create 26 jobs.

CCBBL regional director Roxanne Dixon-Rose said: “We are thrilled to open two new stores – both drive-through locations – and grow our store footprint in Barbados.

“To continue to contribute to the communities we serve on this beautiful island and meet customers’ needs for convenience, connection and personalisation while creating new and meaningful experiences for them gives us great pride.

“We are humbled to be able to continue growing in the Caribbean, combining Starbucks's mission and values with the vibrant culture of Barbados.”

Last month, Baristas del Caribe, the operator of Starbucks Puerto Rico opened two new stores in the region.