New Delhi, Feb. 25 -- Starbucks is making significant changes to its menu this spring, removing 13 drinks as part of an effort to streamline operations. The coffee giant revealed that the menu cuts, effective March 4, will eliminate both hot and cold beverages, including several blended Frappuccino varieties.

"As part of our plan to get back to Starbucks, we're simplifying our menu to focus on fewer, more popular items, executed with excellence," Starbucks told TODAY.com. The company believes these changes will help reduce wait times, improve quality and consistency, and allow for future innovation.

Among the beverages being discontinued are:

Iced Matcha Lemonade - Starbucks suggests Green Tea Lemonade as an alternative.

Espresso Frap...