Introduction
Today marks the start of the holiday season, and what better way to celebrate than with a festive treat from America’s biggest coffee chain? Just debuted today, the holiday menu from the coffee giant is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. From classic favorites to new seasonal flavors, there’s something for everyone. So grab a cup of your favorite holiday blend and get ready to indulge in some of the most delicious seasonal treats. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat or a savory snack, Eat This Not That has you covered with all the details on America’s biggest coffee chain’s holiday menu.
America’s Biggest Coffee Chain Just Debuted Its Holiday Menu Today — Eat This Not That
It’s that time of year again — the holidays are here and America’s biggest coffee chain is rolling out its festive menu. Starbucks has just debuted its holiday menu for 2020, and it’s full of delicious seasonal treats. From classic favorites like the Peppermint Mocha and Eggnog Latte to new creations like the Toasted White Chocolate Mocha and Chestnut Praline Latte, there’s something for everyone.
But with so many options, it can be hard to decide what to order. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you decide what to eat and what to avoid. Here’s what you should eat and what you should avoid at Starbucks this holiday season.
Eat This:
- Peppermint Mocha: This classic holiday favorite is made with espresso, steamed milk, mocha sauce, and peppermint-flavored syrup. It’s topped with whipped cream and dark chocolate curls for a festive touch.
- Eggnog Latte: This creamy, nutmeg-flavored latte is made with espresso, steamed eggnog, and a sprinkle of nutmeg. It’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit.
- Toasted White Chocolate Mocha: This new creation is made with espresso, steamed milk, white chocolate mocha sauce, and toasted marshmallow-infused syrup. It’s topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbles.
- Chestnut Praline Latte: This festive latte is made with espresso, steamed milk, chestnut praline-flavored syrup, and topped with whipped cream and spiced praline crumbs.
Avoid This:
- Caramel Brulée Latte: This latte is made with espresso, steamed milk, and caramel brulée-flavored syrup. It’s topped with whipped cream and caramel brulée topping, which can be too sweet for some.
- Gingerbread Latte: This latte is made with espresso, steamed milk, and gingerbread-flavored syrup. It’s topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg, which can be too spicy for some.
- Cinnamon Dolce Latte: This latte is made with espresso, steamed milk, and cinnamon dolce-flavored syrup. It’s topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, which can be too overpowering for some.
So there you have it — the best and worst of Starbucks’ holiday menu. Whether you’re looking for a festive treat or just a classic cup of coffee, Starbucks has something for everyone this holiday season. So grab a cup and enjoy!
Tell your tastebuds it’s time to transition from pumpkin spiciness to a bevy of Christmasy flavors! Today, Starbucks has announced its new holiday beverages and sweet treats—a lineup of beloved fan-favorites, as well some festive first-ever premieres.
Starting today, you can order up any of the following Starbucks desserts or holiday drinks (that’s if the recent coffee ingredient shortages hold off). Keep reading to get the scoop on Starbucks’ holiday 2021 menu… and, check out the new report revealing why some experts suggest coffee may actually offer a mood-lift as the darker days of winter draw nearer.
Starbucks customers know the bakery case is usually the first stop while waiting in line, and this year you’ll find in it some tempting holiday treats.
The world’s biggest coffee chain says this year’s holiday desserts menu includes a couple of fruity flavors—the Sugar Plum Danish and a Cranberry Bliss Bar—plus a Snowman Cookie and Reindeer Cake Pops.
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After the popularity of the shaken oat milk lattes earlier this year, Starbucks has introduced a new Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte.
The brand says this is its first-ever non-dairy coffee holiday drink, which is made with Starbucks Blonde Espresso, almond milk, and sugar cookie-flavored syrup. (Bonus if you’re more into toasty drinks this time of year: You can also order this one hot.)
The new Starbucks holiday menu also brought back the Irish Cream Cold Brew, which in recent years hasn’t hit the menu until early December.
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If you’ve been a fan of Starbucks’ seasonal flavors in the past, here are the ones you can look forward to once again: Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulee Latte, Chestnut Praline Latte, and Toasted White Chocolate Mocha. ‘Tis the season!
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