Dunkin’ Donuts

Taste: Excellent 

The taste is the best part. I got my coffee with cream and sugar, and they made it perfectly. The peppermint and coffee is blended successfully to create a perfect taste. The mix of cream, sugar, and coffee is not too overpowering and not too sweet.

Cost: $1.39

The coffee itself is very affordable. I got a small coffee and it cost me only $1.39. As the sizes get larger, the price increases are minimal.

Look: Fair 

The presentation is the only part that isn’t special. The cup is holiday themed, but that is the extent of it. It looks like a normal coffee, which might bother some people.

Overall

Normally I just stick to normal coffee, but when the holiday drinks came out, I went to Dunkin’ Donuts to get the Peppermint Mocha coffee. The cost and flavor come together for a great combination, and I definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a bit of holiday spirit in their coffee.

Reviewed by: Cole Alban

Starbucks

Taste: Excellent 

Any coffee lover will enjoy this sweet treat. If the blend of espresso and peppermint isn’t enough, Starbuck’s takes the liberty to top it off with sweetened whipped cream and dark chocolate curls. It’s the perfect temperature, and the peppermint flavor makes any taste bud smile.

Cost: $3.98

While my tall coffee cost $3.98, it is definitely worth it. It’s the holiday, so why not splurge a little?

Look: Excellent 

You know it’s Christmas time when you get to sip your holiday drink right out of the bright red festive cup. No coffee cup could ever make you so happy. It’s not just coffee, it’s a work of art.

Overall

Espresso, steamed milk, and peppermint and mocha flavored syrups? No wonder Starbuck’s Peppermint Mocha is back again this holiday season. The drink is a pepperminty cup of joy. If you’re okay with spending a little extra, you won’t regret it. Give your taste buds a chance to experience this holiday specialty.

Reviewed by: Hanna LeBuhn

Wawa

Taste: Fair

Any coffee lover will enjoy this sweet treat. If the blend of espresso and peppermint isn’t enough, Starbuck’s takes the liberty to top it off with sweetened whipped cream and dark chocolate curls. It’s the perfect temperature, and the peppermint flavor makes any taste bud smile.

Cost: $1.75

While my tall coffee cost $3.98, it is definitely worth it. It’s the holiday, so why not splurge a little?

Look: Good

You know it’s Christmas time when you get to sip your holiday drink right out of the bright red festive cup. No coffee cup could ever make you so happy. It’s not just coffee, it’s a work of art.

Overall

Espresso, steamed milk, and peppermint and mocha flavored syrups? No wonder Starbuck’s Peppermint Mocha is back again this holiday season. The drink is a pepperminty cup of joy. If you’re okay with spending a little extra, you won’t regret it. Give your taste buds a chance to experience this holiday specialty.

Reviewed by: Sydney Setree 

McDonald’s

Taste: Good

At first, the strong coffee is the dominating taste. However, as you continue to drink it the peppermint comes through and gives it a balanced flavor. It needs some more sugar however, because the coffee was a tad bitter.

Cost: $2.46

Ringing up at just under $2.50, the drink is in the middle of the price spectrum of holiday coffee. If McDonald’s is your preffered choice of drink, the price is not unreasonable.

 Look: Good

The presentation of the drink is simple. There are no chocolate shavings or drizzles of caramel on the drink. McDonald’s simply  has whipped cream and a holiday cup.

Overall

Although not as tempting and sophisticated as their coffee competitors, McDonald’s provides an average Peppermint Mocha for a reasonable price. If you are just looking for a simple coffee pick-me-up during the cold winter months with a little holiday twist, then McDonald’s will satisfy your craving without breaking the bank.      

Reviewed by: Lauren Fabiszak