When the holiday season hits, two flavors take the spotlight: peppermint and coffee. Put them together and you’ve basically created Christmas magic in a mug. Whether you’re team “daily peppermint fix” or just here for the festive vibes, our Candy Cane Flavored Coffee is the easiest way to bring that minty sparkle to your mornings.
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Candy Cane Coffee
This holiday favorite is bright, refreshing, naturally sweet, and ready to play nice with everything from cream to chocolate to cold foam. Below, we’re sharing must-sip peppermint coffee ideas, plus two of our already-beloved Java Momma peppermint drink recipes you may have missed.
Why Peppermint + Coffee Works So Well
It’s the blend you didn’t know you needed until you tasted it. Peppermint lifts the richness of coffee, cuts through any heaviness, and adds a refreshing, candy-cane sweetness without overloading the sugar. It tastes like:
- Holiday coziness
- A breath of winter air
- Dessert without the guilt
- Caffeine with a personality
If the holidays had a signature latte, this would be it.
Featured Peppermint Coffee Recipes
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1. White Chocolate Cold Foam Candy Cane Cold Brew
Smooth, creamy, festive perfection.
White chocolate + peppermint + cold brew? It’s basically Santa’s coffee order. This drink blends homemade candy cane syrup with fluffy cold foam for a drink that feels like December in a glass.
Get the full recipe here:
Indulge in the Season with White Chocolate Cold Foam Candy Cane Cold Brew
2. Candy Cane Lane Dirty Soda
Unexpected. Addictive. Pure holiday chaos.
This fizzy, creamy peppermint concoction puts a holiday spin on the internet-famous “dirty soda.” It’s refreshing, sweet, and wildly fun — the kind of drink that instantly perks up a party.
Try it here:
Candy Cane Lane Dirty Soda
New Peppermint Coffee Drinks to Try
3. Peppermint Mocha Latte (The Easy Way)
- 6 oz hot Candy Cane Coffee
- 4 oz steamed milk of choice
- 1–2 tsp chocolate syrup
- Whipped cream and crushed candy cane for topping
- Stir the chocolate syrup into the hot Candy Cane Coffee until combined.
- Add steamed milk and stir gently.
- Top with whipped cream and crushed candy cane.
Perfect for when you want peppermint mocha vibes without leaving the house.
Full recipe can be found here.
4. Peppermint Cream Iced Latte
- 6–8 oz chilled Candy Cane Coffee
- Ice
- 1 tbsp vanilla syrup
- 2–3 oz half & half or sweet cream
- Optional: a tiny drop of peppermint extract for extra intensity
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add vanilla syrup and chilled Candy Cane Coffee.
- Top with half & half or sweet cream and stir.
Light, refreshing, and perfect for those “it’s winter but I still drink iced coffee” days.
5. Frozen Peppermint Mocha Frappe
- 8 oz cold Candy Cane Coffee
- 1 cup ice
- 1–2 tbsp chocolate sauce
- 2 oz milk of choice
- Optional: scoop of protein powder or collagen
- Whipped cream + chocolate drizzle
- Add everything to a blender.
- Blend until thick, smooth, and frosty.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle.
6. Peppermint Affogato (30-Second Dessert)
- 1–2 scoops vanilla ice cream or gelato
- 2–3 oz hot Candy Cane Coffee
- Crushed candy cane or chocolate shavings
- Add ice cream to a small bowl.
- Pour hot Candy Cane Coffee over top.
- Finish with crushed candy cane or chocolate.
Pro Tips for Making Peppermint Coffee at Home
- Add chocolate syrup for instant peppermint mocha vibes.
- Use vanilla syrup for a creamy, sweet latte.
- Try oat milk for a naturally sweet dairy-free option.
- Top hot or iced drinks with cold foam for a café-style finish.
- Swirl your mug with white chocolate sauce for extra indulgence.
Feeling fancy? Rim your mug with melted white chocolate and dip it in crushed candy cane.
Make This the Peppermint Coffee Season of Your Dreams
Your holiday coffee doesn’t need to be complicated — just peppermint-powered. Whether you want a quick morning treat, a show-off drink for guests, or a dessert disguised as coffee, Candy Cane Coffee has you covered.
Grab your holiday must-have:
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Then explore more peppermint drinks across the blog and 25 Days of Holiday Drinks — your tastebuds will brag about this one.
