Starbucks has officially launched its highly anticipated Christmas 2025 menu, bringing a wave of festive flavours to coffee lovers across the UK. Food and drink writer Holly Allton got an exclusive opportunity to sample three brand-new items from the seasonal collection, reporting her findings on November 21st, 2025, with an update following on November 22nd.
A First Look at the New Christmas Range
The coffee giant generously provided Allton with a selection of new products to evaluate: a hot beverage, a sandwich, and a sweet pastry. Her overall impression was notably positive, praising the menu for successfully capturing the essence of the holiday season. The experience, she noted, was deeply nostalgic, reminding her of cherished Christmas memories.
The Chocolatey Mousse Latte Review
The first item sampled was the Chocolatey Mousse Latte. This inventive drink combines espresso with a distinctive nutty flavour sauce and steamed milk. It is then crowned with a generous layer of chocolatey cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.
Allton, who admits she is not typically a chocolate enthusiast, found the blend absolutely delicious. She described it as a perfect embodiment of a nostalgic Christmas, reminiscent of times spent indulging in chocolate treats and hot chocolate. She also highlighted its potential as a gateway drink for hot chocolate lovers looking to explore coffee, as the chocolate notes are more prominent than the espresso, making it a mild yet flavourful option. For those preferring a cooler beverage, an iced version of this latte is also available.
The Festive Turkey Sandwich Experience
Next on the tasting menu was the Festive Turkey Sandwich. This substantial offering is packed with sliced turkey breast and features classic Christmas dinner accompaniments: sage and onion stuffing, cranberry sauce, hickory-smoked bacon, and a drizzle of turkey gravy. All of this is encased in a unique soft cranberry bread.
The writer, who confesses to primarily eating turkey during the festive period, was thoroughly impressed. The sandwich delivered a powerful punch of Christmas dinner flavours, effectively transporting her to the main holiday meal. The cranberry bread was a particular standout, an element she had never encountered before but thoroughly enjoyed.
Finishing with the Chocolate Babka
To complete the festive feast, Allton tried the Chocolate Babka. This sweet treat consists of hand-braided, sweetened dough that is intricately plaited with chocolate and finished with a rich chocolate ganache topping.
She confirmed that the pastry was indeed very chocolatey and notably filling due to its substantial size and thick dough. While she did enjoy it, her one critique was that she found it to be slightly dry.
Verdict on the Starbucks Christmas Menu
Despite the minor note on the Babka, Holly Allton's conclusion was overwhelmingly favourable. She stated that Starbucks has really done well with its Christmas menu items and was delighted with the successful execution of the festive flavours. The new range appears to be a strong contender for brightening up the winter season for customers seeking a taste of Christmas nostalgia.
