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When Starbucks launched the Peppermint Mocha in 2002, it helped make mint in coffee feel less strange to me.
Since then, peppermint has shown up in plenty of Starbucks drinks, not just the obvious holiday ones.
Minty coffee can sound odd on paper, but the combo works better than most people expect.
I see peppermint show up beyond the holidays more often than I used to, so I pulled together 18 Starbucks peppermint drinks I keep coming back to.
18 Starbucks peppermint drinks (Minty coffee drinks to enjoy)
Peppermint is not a flavor I usually order on its own.
Still, a few peppermint drinks won me over the first time I tried them.
Some lean chocolatey, while others pair peppermint with flavors I never would have expected to work together in a cold drink.
At Starbucks, the Peppermint Mocha and Peppermint Frappuccino are the two obvious anchors, and they set the baseline for the rest of the list.
Those two are the easiest place to start, but a few others are worth trying too:
1. Iced Peppermint Mocha
The Iced Peppermint Mocha feels sharper than the hot version, and the ice gives the mint a frosty edge from the first sip.
It is made with Starbucks' signature espresso, peppermint syrup, and sweet mocha sauce, so the flavor stays firmly in coffee territory.
As a decadent finish, the Iced Peppermint Mocha is topped with whipped cream and dark chocolate curls.
This Christmas in a cup can also be ordered hot, though it comes in at 440 calories for a Grande size.
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Tips From a Barista:
- Substitute Chai for espresso or add a scoop of chocolate malt powder.
2. Peppermint Bark Frappuccino
Peppermint bark only shows up for me during the holidays, so I wanted to try this one after a barista friend mentioned it.
The Peppermint Bark Frappuccino can also be ordered as a hot or iced coffee drink, which makes it easy to play around with.
I highly recommend ordering extra Starbucks whipped cream on top and even add a few dark chocolate curls.
It has the same dessert feel as a peppermint mocha Frappuccino, and I think of it as a regular seasonal-style order.
How To Order Peppermint Bark Frappuccino
- Ask for the Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino with half mocha sauce and half white mocha sauce. Finish it off with whipped cream and dark chocolate bits.
3. Peppermint Pow Frappuccino
The Peppermint Pow Frappuccino looks strange at first glance, but it is one of the more interesting peppermint drinks I have tried.
It tastes a bit like a mint milkshake: Vanilla Bean Frappuccino base, peppermint syrup, matcha green tea powder, and whipped cream.
It’s super popular around St. Patrick’s Day due to the color, but trust me – it’s amazing any time of year!
How To Order Peppermint Pow Frappuccino
- Order a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino combined with two pumps of peppermint syrup for a Grande size and two and a half scoops of Starbucks matcha green tea.
4. Peppermint Chocolate Chip Frappuccino
For me, the Peppermint Chocolate Chip Frappuccino is hard to beat.
It tastes like those little mint chocolates you sometimes get after a meal at a restaurant, which I LOVE.
It reminded me of Thin Mints more than I expected, especially on the first cold sip.
The java chips, vanilla bean, peppermint syrup, and whipped topping give it that cookie-and-cream texture I keep coming back to.
It is one secret menu drink I have not gotten tired of ordering.
How To Order Peppermint Chocolate Chip Frappuccino
- Order a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, and add 1.5 pumps of peppermint syrup for a Grande size, with 4 scoops of Java chips.
5. Peppermint Pattie Frappuccino
The Peppermint Pattie Frappuccino vanilla bean Frappuccino, java chips, and peppermint syrup and served in a cup drizzled with mocha around the sides.
The mocha drizzle and whipped cream make it feel more finished.
It feels a little lighter than some of the richer drinks here, although the java chips and mocha drizzle still push it firmly into dessert territory.
How To Order Peppermint Pattie Frappuccino
- To order this Peppermint Pattie Frappuccino, ask for a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, 2.5 pumps of peppermint flavored syrup for a Grande size, java chips, and ask them to drizzle the sides of the cup with mocha sauce. Finally, top it with whipped cream and more mocha sauce drizzled on top.
6. Holly Jolly Latte
The Holly Jolly Latte was one of those drinks I kept hearing about, and I can see why it has a loyal following.
Hot or iced, it reads like a proper winter drink without getting so heavy that I only want one cup.
It is basically an Eggnog Chai Latte with peppermint syrup, finished with nutmeg sprinkles and whipped cream.
I’ll admit that I never thought about eggnog and peppermint going well together, but they’re phenomenal.
It usually shows up during the festive period, and it makes a nice change from the usual peppermint mocha.
How To Order Holly Jolly Latte
- Order an Eggnog Chai Latte with 2 pumps of peppermint syrup for a Grande size, with nutmeg sprinkles and whipped cream.
7. Starbucks Chocolate Mint Frappuccino
Mint can be tricky to balance, especially once you start mixing it with sweeter flavors.
However, the Starbucks Chocolate Mint Frappuccino pulls off this unique combo of Green Tea Frappuccino base, classic syrup, peppermint syrup, vanilla bean powder, protein powder, and mocha sauce.
It sounds a little wild, I know.
But the mix comes together into something earthy, minty, and lightly chocolatey, and I enjoyed it more than I expected.
How To Order Chocolate Mint Frappuccino
- Ask the barista for a Green Tea Frappuccino with 1.5 pumps of classic syrup, 4 pumps of peppermint syrup, 3 scoops of vanilla bean powder, 1.5 scoops of protein powder, and 2 pumps of mocha sauce. Finish this creme Frappuccino off with whipped cream, mocha sauce, dark chocolate curls, and a sprinkle of matcha powder.
8. Starbucks Franken Frappuccino
Peppermint usually gets tied to winter, so I was glad to see it show up in Halloween drinks too.
The Franken Frappuccino takes a Green Tea Frappuccino and adds peppermint syrup, white chocolate sauce, and java chips, then tops it with whipped cream and mocha drizzle.
It’s sweet, with a slightly herbal twist to the classic mint chocolate duo.
This Starbucks Halloween drink isn’t on the main menu year-round, but it’s on the secret menu whenever.
How To Order Starbucks Franken Frappuccino
- Order a Green Tea Frappuccino, 2 pumps of peppermint syrup, white chocolate mocha sauce, topped with java chips. It’s then topped with whipped cream and mocha sauce drizzle.
9. Lucky Leprechaun Frappuccino
I tried this one because it looked too fun not to make on St. Patrick's Day.
The green drink has clouds of whipped cream on the top and bottom, plus java chips and gold caramel crunchies.
The rest is basically a Green Tea Frappuccino with peppermint syrup, so the mint stays lighter than in the chocolate-heavy drinks above.
This drink is refreshing, creamy, minty, and comes with a touch of chocolate that gives it the right amount of sweetness to get anyone in the mood for celebrating!
How To Order Lucky Leprechaun Frappuccino
- Order a Green Tea Frappuccino with 2 pumps of Starbucks peppermint syrup for a Grande size (or an extra pump of peppermint syrup for a Venti), followed by a sprinkle of java chips. It's then topped with whipped cream and caramel crunchies.
10. Chinese New Year Candy Frappuccino
It is one of the more creative Starbucks drinks I have come across, even by secret-menu standards.
It also comes with the strawberry-flavored lucky candy handed out during Chinese New Year, which gives it a different kind of sweetness.
It makes sense then, that the Chinese New Year Candy Frappuccino is a strawberries and cream Frappuccino base with classic syrup and peppermint syrup.
It is creamy, fruity, and lightly sweet, and I keep seeing copycat versions of it outside the usual holiday window.
How To Order Chinese New Year Candy Frappuccino
- Order a Strawberries and Creme Frappuccino and add a pump of classic syrup for a Grande size followed by a pump of Starbucks peppermint syrup for a Grande size, and finished with some whipped cream.
11. Shamrock Frappuccino
Keeping all these leprechaun-inspired drinks straight can get confusing, especially once the green bases start overlapping.
The Shamrock Frappuccino light mint flavor with chocolate in the form of java chips, with matcha for that earthy-chocolatey aspect.
The classic syrup is mostly there to add sweetness, not to change the drink completely.
It is close to some of the other green Starbucks drinks above, just a little simpler.
How To Order Shamrock Frappuccino
- Matcha Green Tea Creme Frappuccino and ask to add java chips and a pump of peppermint and classic syrup. Top off with whipped cream.
12. Christmas In A Cup Latte
I already liked the Cinnamon Dolce Latte, so when my regular barista suggested the Christmas In a Cup Latte, I was willing to try it.
They knew my usual order well enough, because this one clicked with me fast.
It’s literally the Cinnamon Dolce Latte, with white mocha and peppermint syrups added, topped with optional whipped cream.
It puts me in a Christmas mood, though I would happily drink it at other times of year too.
How To Order Christmas In A Cup Latte
- Order a Cinnamon Dolce Latte and 2 pumps of white mocha syrup for a Grande. Then add a pump of peppermint syrup before topping it with chocolate whipped cream.
13. Christmas Cookie Frappuccino
It brings back memories of frosting sugar cookies at Christmastime, which is probably why I remember it so clearly.
The flavor is close to that cookie-sweet, buttery taste I remember.
It uses a creme Frappuccino base, peppermint syrup, and toffee nut syrup, then gets whipped cream and a raw sugar packet for that sugar-cookie feel.
How To Order Christmas Cookie Frappuccino
- Order a creme Frappuccino with 1.5 pumps of peppermint flavored syrup for the Grande, 1.5 pumps of toffee nut syrup, topped with whipped cream and a raw sugar packet
14. Christmas Taste Frappuccino
The photos do not always look especially appetizing to me, even when the flavor sounds good.
In person, though, the festive colors make these drinks look much better and more fun to try.
They come with either a Vanilla Bean or Green Tea Frappuccino base, plus peppermint and raspberry syrups.
I never would’ve thought to combine these flavors, but they’re sweet, herbal, and taste kind of like a mint vanilla/berry shake!
The whipped cream and cookie drizzle make the drink feel finished instead of just a sweet base.
I have seen people swap in caramel drizzle on top too, which makes it lean even sweeter.
How To Order Christmas Taste Frappuccino
- Select either the Vanilla Bean Frappuccino or Green Tea Frappuccino.
- Ask for either with 2 pumps of Starbucks peppermint syrup for a Grande size followed by a pump of raspberry syrup.
- Finally, top it with whipped cream and cookie crumble.
15. Mint White Chocolate Crumble Frappuccino
This is my favorite mint dessert drink on the list, and I do not say that lightly.
The Mint White Chocolate Crumble Frappuccino comes closest to a true milkshake, at least in the way it drinks.
Honestly, I didn’t think the matcha green tea powder could go so well with the peppermint syrup, white mocha frapp base, and java chips.
I expected it to be all sweetness, but the whipped cream and cookie crumbles give it a velvety texture that feels more balanced than I thought.
The java chips and cookie crumbles add a bit of crunch that breaks up the smooth base nicely.
I keep coming back to this one whenever I want something dessert-like.
How To Order Mint White Chocolate Crumble Frappuccino
- To order this, simply get a white mocha Frappuccino and add two pumps of peppermint along with a scoop of matcha green tea powder.
16. Wing Nut Frappuccino
Sweet and savory can be a great combo, and the Wing Nut Frappuccino is a good example of why.
This sweet and salty Frappuccino may not be the most obvious option, but it’s one of the most delicious Starbucks drinks out there.
It is also one of the more unusual peppermint drinks on the list.
With a creme Frappuccino base, toffee nut syrup, and cinnamon dolce syrup, it already tastes like a rich dessert before the peppermint even shows up.
Add peppermint syrup, and the drink takes on a twist that is as confusing as it is good.
Mint, salty, and sweet sound like an odd mix, but they work together here better than I expected.
How To Order Wing Nut Frappuccino
- Order a creme-based Frappuccino with 2 pumps of Starbucks peppermint syrup, toffee nut syrup, and cinnamon dolce syrup.
- Add 3 shakes of sea salt topping and half a sample cup of caramel sauce.
- Blend all of the above together with a little more ice than usual before topping it with whipped cream and cinnamon dolce sprinkles.
17. Candy Cane Frappuccino
It is probably one of the easiest peppermint drinks to make, and one of the most satisfying when the balance is right.
It definitely tastes like a candy cane, but surprisingly is just a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with peppermint syrup!
It is simple and soft, and to me it tastes a lot like candy cane ice cream.
I like the whipped cream on top, and a little white chocolate sauce makes it feel even closer to dessert.
How To Order Wing Nut Frappuccino
- Ask your barista for a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with one and a half pumps of peppermint syrup. Top it off with whipped cream and white mocha sauce.
18. Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino
This incredibly popular drink is a blend of chocolate and peppermint perfection. It comes with roast coffee, mocha sauce, peppermint syrup, milk, and ice.
The whipped cream and dark chocolate curls finish it off nicely and keep the peppermint from tasting flat.
I like to add extra peppermint syrup or white chocolate mocha sauce on top of the whipped cream for more flavor.
A grande version comes in at about 430 calories, so I treat it like an occasional drink.
Tips for ordering Starbucks Peppermint drinks
When ordering a Starbucks peppermint drink, know that they come in three different sizes – Tall, Grande and Venti.
Peppermint-flavored drinks can be ordered both hot and cold, though I feel cold drinks usually work better with the cool peppermint flavor.
That does not mean peppermint only works with one or two other flavors.
I have seen it pair well with brown sugar syrup, caramel syrup, cinnamon dolce syrup, hazelnut syrup, raspberry syrup, toasted vanilla syrup, toffee nut syrup, vanilla syrup, and mocha.
The amount of peppermint syrup in a drink usually changes with the size, which is worth remembering if you are trying to control the mint.
There are usually 4 pumps of the peppermint syrup in large peppermint flavored drinks, 3 in a Grande, and 2 in a Tall.
Whipped cream and dark chocolate curls also work well with Starbucks peppermint drinks, especially once the drink starts leaning more like dessert.
FAQs
What peppermint syrup does Starbucks use?
Starbucks uses Fontana peppermint syrup.
I have even bought this peppermint syrup from Amazon before, mostly out of curiosity.
How many pumps of peppermint are in a venti Peppermint Mocha?
There are 5 pumps of peppermint syrup in a venti Peppermint Mocha, and it also comes with 2 shots of espresso.
Are mint and peppermint the same?
The difference between the two is not huge, but peppermint does not behave exactly like regular mint syrup.
Peppermint belongs to the mint family and is a species of mint that has the strongest flavor when compared to other members of the mint family.
Conclusion
There are a lot of peppermint drinks here, but I honestly enjoy the whole flavor family.
My favorites are the Holly Jolly Latte and the Mint White Chocolate Crumble Frappuccino.
The Holly Jolly mixes eggnog and peppermint, which gives me the same cozy feeling I get from holiday baking.
The Mint White Chocolate Frap tastes close to a diner milkshake, but the matcha green tea powder and cookie crumbles make it feel a little more polished.
