American Cookie Brand PUG Debuts a Thicker, Chunkier "Bold Boston Cookie" Series Nationwide on August 7

Published: August 6, 2026
American Cookie Brand PUG Debuts a Thicker, Chunkier "Bold Boston Cookie" Series Nationwide on August 7

American cookie brand PUG, which has sold more than 400,000 Boston Cookies nationwide since opening last year, is taking its signature cookie a step further this summer. Starting Friday, August 7, 2026, PUG is rolling out three new "Bold Boston Cookie" flavors along with two summer-only seasonal cookies at its stores across Japan.

PUG's classic Boston Cookie aims for a balanced sweetness and a flavor that doesn't get old, satisfying on its own yet still leaving you wanting another. Each palm-sized cookie is baked without being shaped, so no two look quite alike, and each is packed with chocolate and nuts. The outside has a light crunch while the inside stays soft and chewy, and the fresh-baked aroma and melting texture keep people coming back for more — a cookie rich enough to double as dessert.

Bold Boston Cookie: An Evolution of the Original, Loaded with Mix-Ins in Every Bite

The defining trait of the Bold Boston Cookie is exactly that: boldness. Thick, large, and packed with generously cut chocolate and mix-ins, it's a substantial cookie with plenty of bite. Built on the base of the original Boston Cookie dough with even more volume, it becomes PUG's second core cookie. The first release brings three flavors to the lineup.

Bold Boston Cookie Smore

Smore — ¥500

A melty cookie loaded with marshmallow and chocolate, topped generously with cocoa cookie pieces. Break it open by hand and the marshmallow inside stretches and oozes out.

Bold Boston Cookie Red Velvet Cranberry

Red Velvet Cranberry — ¥500

A cookie mixed with cranberry and cheese powder for a look and flavor that's festive yet refined. A finishing touch of white chocolate adds an accent both visually and in taste.

Bold Boston Cookie Salt Caramel Pecan Crunch

Salt Caramel Pecan Crunch — ¥500

Built on PUG's classic Boston Cookie base, this cookie balances sweetness, saltiness, and toasty flavor for a taste that keeps you coming back. A crisp caramel filling is topped with pretzel pieces.

Summer-Only Seasonal Cookies: "Summer Sun" and "Summer Night"

PUG is also introducing seasonal cookies inspired by different summer moments. These are summer-only items, available through Wednesday, September 30. New PUG cookies are also planned for the coming seasons, including Halloween in fall and Christmas in winter.

Seasonal Cookie Citrus Sunshine

Citrus Sunshine — ¥500

A cookie packed with orange, lemon, and coconut — ingredients that fit the mood of summer. A white chocolate decoration gives it a cool, refreshing look.

Seasonal Cookie Midnight Double Chocolate Fudge

Midnight Double Chocolate Fudge — ¥500

A rich treat for summer nights, made with raw chocolate cubes and drizzled chocolate dusted in cocoa powder, for anyone looking to indulge in chocolate.

All prices include tax.

Where to Buy

Bold Boston Cookie and the seasonal cookies are available at PUG's permanent stores and pop-up locations across Japan.

PUG store

Permanent Stores

PUG Kichijoji PARCO
Address: Kichijoji PARCO 1F/2F, 1-5-1 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino, Tokyo
Hours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

PUG Grand Tree Musashi-Kosugi
Address: Grand Tree Musashi-Kosugi 3F, 3-1135-1 Shin-Maruko-Higashi, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki, Kanagawa
Hours: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

PUG LaLaport Aichi Togo
Address: Togo Chuo Land Readjustment District Block 62-1, 62-3, Togo-cho, Aichi-gun, Aichi
Hours: Weekdays 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM; weekends and holidays 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

PUG LaLaport Fukuoka
Address: LaLaport Fukuoka 1F, 6-23-1 Naka, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
Hours: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Pop-Up Stores

PUG Kisarazu Outlet
Address: Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu, Building 3, 1F, Unit 8490, 3-1-1 Kanedahigashi, Kisarazu, Chiba
Hours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

PUG Ikebukuro PARCO
Address: B2F, 1-28-2 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Hours: 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM

PUG Hiroshima PARCO
Address: Hiroshima PARCO Main Building 1F, 10-1 Hondori, Naka-ku, Hiroshima
Hours: 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Drink last orders are 30 minutes before closing at all locations. Regular holidays and hours follow each facility's schedule.