No matter where you are from, holding a magical cup full of a Starbucks holiday coffee is an essential part of each holiday season.
The wide range of hot and cold drinks you can pick up from our favorite coffee shop is guaranteed to satisfy even the most powerful craving.
If you want something hot, I suggest trying the Salted Caramel Mocha Latte. On the other hand, if you’re looking for something to cool you down, you need to try the Toasted Caramel Brulée Cold Brew.
Here is a complete list of the best holiday drinks Starbucks has to offer.
Starbucks Holiday Drinks
- Toasted Caramel Brulée Cold Brew
- Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte
- Chestnut Praline Chai Tea Latte
- Salted Caramel Mocha Latte
- Caramel Brulée Latte
- Peppermint Mocha
- Toasted White Chocolate Mocha
- Irish Cream Cold Brew
- Santa Clause Frappuccino
- Christmas in a Cup Latte
- Gingerbread Chai Latte
Starbucks Holiday Drinks
1. Toasted Caramel Brulée Cold Brew
This caffeinated beverage is both festive and delicious.
This drink offers all the goodness of traditional cold brew coffee and adds the charm of a Caramel Brûlée Latte.
It is the perfect drink for people who do not like hot beverages.
2. Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte
This is one of the newest drinks on this list.
It is the first-ever non-dairy holiday drink from Starbucks. It is inspired by sugar cookies, one of the most beloved holiday treats.
This drink starts with two shots of blonde espresso and then almond milk and sugar cookie syrup are added. It’s all mixed together and poured over ice.
3. Chestnut Praline Chai Tea Latte
This drink is a holiday take on the classic Chai Tea Latte.
It mixes chai and chestnut praline flavors into one amazing drink. The drink combines espresso, steamed milk, and a spiced caramelized chestnut syrup.
Chestnut can be a difficult flavor to get right in beverages, but Starbucks does a great job with this drink. The praline flavor compliments the rest of the drink.
It does not come with whipped cream, but you can always ask for it.
4. Salted Caramel Mocha Latte
This latte is often considered one of the best Starbucks drinks.
It is perfect for late October when the weather starts to change. The sweet and salty taste combination will delight the taste buds.
This drink is very sweet. There is an initial hint of salt and caramel followed by the taste of nutty chocolate coffee.
5. Caramel Brulée Latte
This fascinating take on the classic dessert offers a supple taste of caramel.
This drink features steamed milk, espresso, and dense caramel brulee sauce.
It is topped with whipped cream. It has a rich flavor with just a hint of cinnamon.
6. Peppermint Mocha
The peppermint mocha is not the only peppermint-flavored drink you’ll find at Starbucks during the holidays, but the combination of chocolate and mint sets it apart.
This drink offers the refreshing delight of peppermint with the wonderful sweetness of chocolate.
It tastes like Andes mint in a cup. This drink offers a delicious candy flavor, but it isn’t too rich or too thick to enjoy.
If you need to cut back on added sugar, you can ask for your drink to only have half of the added syrup.
7. Toasted White Chocolate Mocha
This festive drink is full of winter flavors. The toasted white chocolate flavor gives a sweet touch to this rich beverage.
It is topped with a mound of whipped cream and a light dusting of candied cranberry sugar. This drink is only recommended for white chocolate fans since that is the primary flavor.
The coffee flavor is less prevalent, but it is still there.
8. Irish Cream Cold Brew
This refreshing drink is enjoyable even in the coldest December weather.
The Irish cream-flavored syrup gives this drink a unique flavor. It is topped with a sweet cream cold foam and a dash of cocoa powder.
If you are looking for a very sweet drink, this is a great option.
9. Santa Clause Frappuccino
This is one of the best Starbucks Christmas drinks.
It is not present on the official Starbucks menu, but you can ask your barista for a Vanilla Frappuccino with strawberry puree.
This festive frappuccino will remind you of Santa’s suit.
10. Christmas in a Cup Latte
This fun latte lives up to its name. It is another secret menu item, but it is worth the extra effort.
To try it out, order a Cinnamon Dolce Latte, then add in a pump of white mocha syrup and a half-pump of peppermint syrup.
You can top it off with whipped cream.
11. Gingerbread Chai Latte
This drink offers the taste of gingerbread without the effort of baking.
The drink is a combination of milk and espresso that features gingerbread-flavored syrup and spices. It is topped off with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground nutmeg.
Summary
Do not forget to find the time to swing by Starbucks during the holidays to check out some of these special drinks.
They’re a great way to get in the holiday mood.
I’ve always seen coffee as a way of bringing people together. Everywhere I go people seem to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee and that’s what drives my passion. There’s always a new brew to master, and there’s always a new face to enjoy it with. Hitch a ride with me on a coffee-fueled adventure to find a perfect cup.
