Jolly Good Brews: Holiday Drinks to Try This Season

If you’re anything like me, the festive season is your favourite time of year, filled with the spirit of giving, twinkling lights, and the promise of crisper weather.

And nothing says “in the spirit” quite like a cup of something merry and bright to usher in the season’s magic.

At Masala, we’re donning our Santa hats this year to bring you the ultimate round-up of the season’s best sips, whether you’re savouring them in-store or cosying up at home.

And with all of them available on Grab, spreading a little festive cheer has never been easier.

Holly Jolly Java

It’s not really Christmas time until you’ve had your first sip from Starbucks’ seasonal red cups.

This year, the iconic coffee house is decking the halls with a festive trio: the Hazelnut praline mille-feuille oat milk latte for a nutty dairy-free Parisian indulgence, the iconic Peppermint mocha that is pure North Pole nostalgia, and the Toffee nut crunch latte that’s as warm as a hug.

Whether it’s a midday pick-me-up or your festive fuel for gift shopping, these seasonal cups of Joe are your ticket to feeling fa-la-la fabulous.

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For those who prefer their holiday glee with a little edge, Sarnies keeps things cool and caffeinated.

Their Pumpkin spice latte brings all the snuggly feels, perfect for lying in with the AC blasting on high.

For those who prefer their holiday spirit chilled, the Jolly Joe cold brew brings a merry twist to your caffeine fix, bold and bright enough to keep the holiday hustle feeling jolly rather than frazzled.

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Leaving milk and cookies out for Santa? This year, upgrade the tradition.

Mikka’s Peppermint mocha chip shake and Peppermint chocolate chip shake are the grown-up versions of that childhood ritual—creamy and minty with just the right amount of festive flair.

These sips blur the line between milkshake and dessert, making them ideal for the not-so-snowy Bangkok afternoons when you still want a taste of winter magic.

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Krispy Kreme isn’t just about doughnuts this festive season; it’s serving up sips that sleigh.

The Caramel choco crack is sweet, velvety, and made for those who like their drinks rich and golden.

Meanwhile, the Thai tea choco crack blends local decadence with a cocoa twist, delightful enough to make Rudolph take a detour.

Both are indulgent enough to keep you on Santa’s nice list—just barely.

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At Tim Hortons, their iconic Iced Capps are getting a festive makeover this season.

The Almond toffee nut dream iced capp is Christmas morning distilled into a cup, with rich coffee blended to perfection, layered with buttery toffee nut sweetness, and topped with crisp almonds for that extra crunch of cheer.

For the matcha enthusiasts, the Strawberry matcha dream iced capp brings a merry makeover to the menu, dressed in the classic colours of Christmas.

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At Brave Roasters, the Gingerbread latte captures the essence of a classic holiday kitchen.

The aroma of warm spice meets the smoothness of their signature roast, creating a cup that feels both comforting and composed.

Their Berry flicker adds a festive twist to the lineup, inspired by the theme “Berries & Cookies.”

Crafted by barista Namwhan from the The PARQ branch, it layers brown butter and brown sugar with notes of cranberry, orange zest, and butterscotch—bringing to mind holiday classics like mulled wine and sugar cookies.

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Teas the Season

The Farm House gingerbread tea at Avery Wong feels like something brewed straight from a winter pantry.

Fragrant with spice and softly sweet, it evokes the warmth of freshly baked biscuits cooling on a wooden counter.

It’s festively fragrant and perfectly suited for those who prefer their holiday bevs steeped rather than stirred.

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For matcha lovers who already adore VE/LA’s refined offerings, the Autumn fog matcha is a cheerful holiday twist on the classic London fog.

Earthy, smooth, and gently creamy, it adds a little jolliness to your usual matcha fix with a salted maple and chestnut cold foam.

A few sips of this drink will get you humming along to “chestnuts roasting on an open fire.”

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