During this season, many students have expressed their love for the holidays due to the winter drinks that come around during this time of year. Students find comfort in the warmth and deliciousness of their favorite items. These seasonal flavors have been highly looked forward to at many popular coffee stores. Starbucks and Buffalo Espresso, local popular coffee shops, have come out with new menus and drinks, some bringing new holiday flavors to the table. These drinks will get you feeling festive with flavors such as gingerbread, peppermint, cranberry, and even sugar-cookie.  “I always get excited during this time of year because of the holiday drinks at like Starbucks and stuff, I’ve been craving them for so long,” Sara Pena said.

An iconic hotspot and a local favorite among the students, Buffalo Espresso has become a staple place for those of GP. Whether you need a hot pastry or a delicious lotus, Buffalo Espresso is the place to go. Many students have expressed their love for these drinks, constantly showing up to school with their favorite flavors. With this season, many have shown their liking towards the new Christmas-themed menu. Coming out with a new popular flavor, gingerbread iced chai, this drink has become a staple among Buffalo’s regulars. “The gingerbread iced chai is so good. I think I’ve gotten it almost every day since they came out with it,” Audrey Andahl said.

A must-have in the PNW, Starbucks, one of the most popular and well-known coffee shops has become a routine for many, due to their iconic Christmas menu coming back for this holiday season. This year, they’ve brought back festive favorites like peppermint mocha and sugar-cookie. These seasonal drinks provide a comforting and nostalgic experience while giving a feeling of warmth and festive feelings during this time. No matter if you choose Buffalo’s local and delicious drinks, or Starbucks’ iconic and comforting flavors, these seasonal drinks are one of the best ways to celebrate this holiday.