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11 Holiday Drinks That Are Better Than Anything You'll Find In A Red Cup
It's no secret we love Starbucks — especially their limited edition holiday drinks. We have officially entered the season of the red Starbucks cup, and that means that our wintertime go-to, the peppermint mocha, is everywhere. But let's be honest here. We can do better than that. That's why we've rounded up the best homemade holiday drinks to get you through winter.
Whether you're faithful to peppermint or prefer a touch of eggnog, these recipes are sure to please. Who knows? They might even make you reconsider ordering that peppermint mocha. When you can whip up delicious drinks like these at home, why wouldn't you?
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Mexican Hot Chocolate with Cinnamon Whipped Cream
You’ll be breaking into the spice cabinet to make Simply Scratch’s feisty hot chocolate all winter long.
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Kahlua Hot Chocolate
If you need a little something extra, this Kahlua hot chocolate by Damn Delicious will get you warmed up in no time.
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Eggnog Latte
Riffing off another Starbucks holiday drink, The Kitchn’s eggnog latte will save you from spending all your money on red cups.
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Frozen Hot Chocolate
For a frosty treat, Brown Eyed Baker transforms your childhood favorite into a cool sensation.
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Hot Cocoa
You simply can’t go wrong with a classic, thanks to Half-Baked Harvest’s perfectly cozy hot chocolate.
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Homemade Eggnog
You either love eggnog or you hate it. Either way, Mel’s Kitchen Cafe will help you make it from scratch.
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Vegan Hot Vanilla
If chocolate isn’t your favorite (excuse me?), then you’re bound to love Oatmeal With a Fork’s comforting hot vanilla drink.
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Slow Cooker Wassail
Thanks to A Spicy Perspective’s easy slow cooker recipe, you’ll be wassailing among the leaves so green in no time.
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White Peppermint Hot Chocolate
For the incurable sweet tooth, Mel’s Kitchen Cafe’s white hot chocolate always hits the spot.
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Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
It’s no salted caramel mocha, but Savory Sweet Life’s salted caramel hot chocolate will surely keep you satisfied all season.
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Vegan Carrot Nog
Your dietary restrictions don’t have to limit your festive drink options, thanks to Oatmeal With a Fork’s healthy, creamy carrot nog.
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