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Starbucks Holiday Drinks Are Here!

Sip into the season with Peppermint, Gingerbread, and more, one merry sip at a time!

By Caitlin VanNorde

As the crisp November wind blows in, Starbucks transforms from pumpkin overload into a winter wonderland! This year, the coffee giant's holiday menu arrived on November 6, 2025, which will send your taste buds on a sleigh ride. Fans can expect the debut of seasonal staples such as the Iced Sugar Cookie Latte, Peppermint Mocha, Iced Gingerbread Chai, Caramel Brulee Latte, and more festive treats! 

Festive Favorites Return

As requested, Starbucks has confirmed the return of its Chestnut Praline Latte and the Eggnog Latte. The Eggnog Latte has been absent since 2021, but will return later in the holiday season due to the appeal of Eggnog fans! The comfort and warmth of the eggnog will bring back the nostalgia and maybe a sprinkle of childhood that we all need. Paired with the Chestnut Praline Latte and treats such as the Snowman Sugar Cookie and Cranberry Bliss Bars, there shall be nothing else on your Christmas list this year! 

Red Cup Day

The anticipation of Red Cup Day finally arrived! On November 13, 2025, customers receive a collectable holiday cup with the purchase of select drinks. But did you know that the Red Cup used to not be red at all? In 1997, it was purple, then blue, and then magenta before the ionic bright red rolled in. Now, Red Cup Day is a nationwide event where every sip comes from your collectable cup. Eco-friendly, artful, and almost certainly designed to appear on your Instagram feed. 

What To Expect

Starbucks’ approach this year revolves around delivering the familiar flavors customers cherish while sprinkling in new bakery items and merchandise. With surprise returns and classic sips, the 2025 holiday lineup seems to aim to satisfy the taste of devoted fans and seasonal customers alike.