Not only does the holiday season bring with it twinkling lights, fluffy snow and festive tunes — but December also marks the triumphant return of some of our favourite spices and beverages.
From gingerbread to eggnog and everything in between, the flavours of the season are here and honestly, we’re psyched.
If you fancy a holiday pick-me-up beverage but can’t be bothered to wait in line at Starbucks, we’ve rounded up just a few of the specialty crafted coffee and tea drinks you can get your mitts on at five local cafes!
Third Space Coffee – 1708 Dolphin Ave
Have a craving for eggnog? Third Space is where you’ll want to go.
Not only do they have a wide selection of tasty treats to enjoy, but their seasonal specials are revolving all around the beloved and deliciously spiced eggnog!
Sip away at an eggnog mocha, or dive into the delicious eggnog affogato. Which, if you don’t know, is a scoop of eggnog gelato topped with rich and steamy espresso.
Half Blind Bean – 106-3320 Richter St
Not quite sure what festive flavour you want to indulge in? Why not all of them!
At Half Blind Bean, they are going all out for the holiday season with four different specials. From a candy cane mocha to a gingerbread latte and some sweet surprises in between there is something for everyone’s taste buds!
Marmalade Cat Cafe – 2903 Pandosy St
Also embracing the many flavors of the season is the Marmalade Cat Cafe!
Including candied orange and ginger into the mix with nutmeg, cinnamon, and clove — you can look forward to some very merry concoctions from them.
Giobean – 1320 Water St
Thanks to their signature style of Italian coffee artistry, Giobean has cemented themselves as a must-visit coffee spot in the valley.
Hopping aboard the polar express to the north pole, Giobean is offering up some scrumptious specials including their newest s’mores mocha!
Naked Cafe – 571 Lawrence Ave
While most of the above-mentioned places will swap out your dairy for almond or oat milk, Naked will offer up completely vegan takes on holiday classics.
From the eggnog latte and peppermint mocha to their own hedgehog latte (hazelnut) and more, you can get your festive fix all the while staying cruelty-free!
