Starbucks' red cups are back and ready to spread joy and cheer with wonderful drinks crafted by the Starbucks gods. The classic holiday drinks return, new ones are on the way, and you can even create your own by tapping into the Starbucks Secret Menu. Here are 10 sweet Starbucks drinks to satisfy your taste buds and fulfill your coffee needs this holiday season.
1. Peppermint Mocha
Nothing screams “the holidays” like the refreshing taste of peppermint. Peppermint mochas compliment all of the other tasty creations that pop up around this time of year. This drink will surely put you and your taste buds in the holiday spirit in no time. The holiday classic is made with espresso, steamed milk, sweet mocha sauce, peppermint-flavored syrup, and is topped off with whipped cream and dark chocolate curls.
2. Caramel Brulée Latte
It's sticky alone, but when transformed into a drink, caramel is simply satisfying. This holiday classic is made with espresso, steamed milk, caramel brulée flavored sauce, and is topped with sweetened whipped cream and caramel brulée topping.
3. Gingerbread Latte
Cut gingerbread men a break this season and go for a gingerbread latte instead. This seasonal offering contains sweet and slightly spicy gingerbread flavors mixed with espresso and steamed milk, and is topped with whipped cream and ground nutmeg to add a holiday touch.
4. Eggnog Latte
Why have eggnog and coffee separately when you can have them all in one amazing mixture? Save yourself the trouble and opt for an eggnog latte. This holiday favorite is made with rich, steamed eggnog, and espresso. For the perfect finish, it is topped off with ground nutmeg.
5. Chestnut Praline Latte
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire and chestnut flavoring blending with your coffee — doesn’t get much better than that. Flavors like caramelized chestnuts and subtle spices mixed with espresso and rich steamed milk make up this holiday favorite. Whipped cream with a sprinkle of spiced praline crumbs top it off.
6. Toffee Nut Latte
Stir your festive feelings with the rich, buttery flavor of sweet toffee combined with toasted nuts. Blended with espresso and steamed milk, the drink is topped off with whipped cream and toffee nut sprinkles.
7. Peppermint Hot Chocolate
You can never go wrong with hot chocolate, especially during winter. If you’re not in the mood for coffee, a peppermint hot chocolate is a great go-to holiday drink. It’s made with chocolate mocha sauce, peppermint-flavored syrup, steamed milk, and is topped with sweetened whipped cream and dark chocolate curls.
8. NEW Holiday Spice Flat White
What’s more exciting than a new Starbucks drink? Absolutely nothing. This holiday season, Starbucks is releasing a new, limited time only holiday drink that is sure to become a worldwide favorite. According to Refinery 29, the release date and drink flavor is unknown, but it will be a holiday-themed variation of Starbucks’ Flat White.
9. Christmas in a Cup Latte
Incorporate all of the tastes of Christmas into one amazing latte. Start with a Cinnamon Dulce Latte, add white mocha syrup, peppermint syrup, and ask for chocolate whipped cream instead of regular if you’re feeling rebellious. The number of syrup pumps vary with drink size, so make sure to check out the Starbucks Secret Menu to create the perfect festive drink.
10. Candy Cane Frappuccino
Who said you can’t have a frappuccino when it’s 20 degrees out? Treat yourself to a Starbucks Secret Menu holiday frappuccino this season. All you need is a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with pumps of peppermint syrup and you’re set.
