Sleigh the season: Eggnog Latte and Chestnut Praline Latte return to Starbucks
Starbucks making merry with the return of two beloved beverages in Canadian coffeehouses starting Dec. 2, while supplies last.
Eggnog Returns
Eggnog Latte was Starbucks first-ever holiday espresso beverage – ever since Dave Olsen (also the founding father of Espresso Roast), first got behind the espresso bar in 1986 and steamed up a pitcher of eggnog and milk. Decades later, it’s still a customer favourite. While it was on hiatus for a few years from Starbucks holiday menu, it’s back this season due to popular demand.
“Eggnog is a holiday favourite for Canadians and we’ve heard all the requests from our customers who loved the flavour in past,” said Jamie Reddekopp, Director of Product at Starbucks Canada. “We wanted to back some of that joy to our customers when they visit our coffeehouses and give them something nostalgic to sip on this season.”
The team re-created the Starbucks holiday classic with rich steamed eggnog, made with free-run Canadian eggs, and Starbucks signature espresso, topped with creamy foam and a dusting of ground nutmeg for the perfect finish. Also available as an iced beverage.
“This year, we’re excited to work with Lactalis in Canada to use free-run eggs in our Eggnog Latte.” says Reddekopp. “The goal was to blend this comforting flavour with the quality and craft of Starbucks beverages, using real ingredients that meet our ethical sourcing and animal welfare guidelines for Canada.”
Cheers to Chestnut Praline Latte
Chestnut Praline Latte is another quintessential flavour of the holiday making its return to Starbucks this holiday season. First introduced in 2014, the beverage was inspired by the sweet aroma of roasted chestnuts in the air at European Christmas markets, making it the perfect complement to rich molasses and bold, caramelly sweetness of Starbucks signature espresso.
The beloved beverage features steamed milk and espresso with flavours of caramelized chestnuts, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chestnut praline topping, available both hot and iced. The menu also includes a festive twist on the holiday classic with new Chestnut Praline Cold Foam and Chestnut Praline Protein Cold Foam.
