Christmas is officially brewing at Costa. The coffee chain has revealed the first drinks from its festive menu, and they’ll be landing in cafes across the country next week. This year’s line-up leans heavily on chocolate, with a brand-new team-up with Ferrero Rocher, a brownie-inspired range and a gingerbread twist for matcha fans. Better still, a firm favourite is making a return after plenty of fans asked for it. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s coming, how much each drink costs and when you can get your hands on one.
Festive cups arrive in cafes on 22 October.
Mark Thursday 22 October in your diary if you can’t wait to start the Christmas season. That’s the day Costa’s new seasonal drinks go on sale, which means festive treats will be available more than two months before the big day. Some people love an early start, while others think it’s far too soon, but either way, the menu is set to arrive in time for half-term.
Four new drinks are launching first, joined by one returning classic. Costa has also hinted that this is only the beginning, with more additions to the menu still to be revealed. Prices start at £4.55 for a small cup, so these are very much treat drinks rather than an everyday coffee, though that’s fairly standard for festive specials on the high street.
This year marks a first-ever team-up with Ferrero Rocher.
Leading the new range is the Golden Hazel Latte with Ferrero Rocher, marking the first time Costa has worked with the famous chocolate brand. It’s a nutty, chocolatey latte topped with Costa’s chocolate whipped cream and a sprinkling of gold, and it’s served with a gold-wrapped Ferrero Rocher on the side. If you’ve ever been handed a tower of those chocolates at Christmas, you’ll know exactly the flavour it’s going for.
A small Golden Hazel Latte costs from £4.95. It’s likely to be a popular pick for anyone who enjoys a hazelnut syrup in their coffee and fancies something a little fancier for the season. The gold touches make it look the part, too, so expect to see plenty of photos of it popping up on social media once it hits the counters.
Gingerbread gets the matcha treatment.
Matcha has become hugely popular over the past couple of years, and Costa is giving it a festive makeover with the new Gingerbread Iced Matcha Latte. The green tea drink is served chilled and finished with whipped cream and a tiny gingerbread man perched on top, which is a cute touch that kids and adults alike will probably love.
It’s the priciest of the new drinks, starting at £5.35 for a small. Matcha has a slightly earthy, grassy taste, so pairing it with warming gingerbread spices should make it feel more Christmassy than the usual version. As an iced drink, it’s also a handy option for anyone who isn’t keen on hot drinks but still wants to join in with the seasonal menu.
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Brownie drinks are available for serious chocolate fans.
If you’re more of a chocoholic than a coffee lover, the Ultimate Yule Brownie range could be right up your street. It comes in two versions, both topped with chocolate whipped cream and pieces of brownie. That means you get something to nibble on as well as something to sip, which makes it feel more like a pudding than a drink.
The Yule Brownie Hot Chocolate is priced from £4.70 for a small, while the Yule Brownie Latte starts at £4.55. Having both options means coffee drinkers can enjoy the flavour with a caffeine kick, and anyone who’d rather skip coffee can go for the hot chocolate instead. It’s a nice choice for a cold afternoon of Christmas shopping or a cosy catch-up with friends.
The Gingerbread Latte makes its return.
Fans of the classic will be pleased to hear the Gingerbread Latte is back on the menu this year. It’s one of those drinks that plenty of people look forward to every winter, with its warming spices and sweet, biscuity flavour. For many, the first one of the season is a sign that Christmas has truly arrived.
A small Gingerbread Latte will cost £4.55, putting it among the cheaper festive options. If you’re not sure about the new flavours, it’s a safe bet that’s been a crowd-pleaser for years. It’ll also be available from 22 October, so you won’t have to wait long to grab one.
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More treats are on the way.
These five drinks are just the start of Costa’s Christmas offering. The chain has confirmed that more festive drinks, food, and gift ideas will be announced next week, so there could be a few more surprises still to come. Seasonal menus often include things like mince pies, festive sandwiches and sweet bakes alongside the drinks.
Gift sets and branded treats tend to make handy stocking fillers, too, particularly for coffee fans who seem impossible to buy for. Keeping an eye on Costa’s website or app over the coming days is the easiest way to find out exactly what’s joining the line-up and when it’ll be available in your local branch.
Ways to enjoy festive drinks without overspending
With prices hovering around the £5 mark, a few festive coffees a week can soon add up. Signing up for a coffee shop loyalty scheme is one of the simplest ways to cut costs, as many offer free drinks after a certain number of purchases along with extra perks and member offers. Taking your own reusable cup can sometimes earn you a small discount too, so check what’s available in store.
You can also make your treat go further by choosing the smallest size, as these drinks are usually rich and sweet enough that a small one hits the spot. If you’d like something a bit lighter, ask the barista to leave off the whipped cream or swap in a dairy alternative. Saving the fancier drinks for special outings, like a trip to the Christmas markets or a festive shopping day, keeps them feeling like a treat rather than a habit.
