By Clark 
Many fast-food companies anticipate the holiday season by reintroducing or debuting nostalgic beverages and confections well in advance. In early November, Starbucks and Dunkin’ reintroduced popular items such as the Chestnut Praline and Toasted White Mocha, while Wendy’s and Chick-Fil-A launched new peppermint-themed sweets in late December.
In late November, McDonald’s reintroduced the legendary Holiday Pie; however, there was no announcement regarding a particular classic holiday beverage.
This week, the Peppermint Mocha has discreetly reappeared in certain retailers nationwide for a limited duration.
The Peppermint Mocha consists of espresso, steamed milk (whole or nonfat), peppermint chocolate syrup, whipped cream, and more syrup as a garnish, available in both hot and iced variations.
However, if coffee does not appeal to you, there is no cause for concern. Selected locations will provide the Peppermint Hot Chocolate, which consists of steamed milk and peppermint chocolate syrup, garnished with whipped cream and an additional drizzle of peppermint chocolate syrup.
In prior years, McDonald’s reintroduced this seasonal beverage at the commencement of December, with the exception of 2019, when the cherished item was absent. Rumors regarding the discontinuation of McDonald’s Peppermint Mocha were dispelled when the chain unexpectedly delighted fans with a late product launch in 2020 and again in 2022.
In anticipation of this day, people have taken to Twitter to convey their affection for and longing for this seasonal beverage. One user lamented, “@McDonalds, why have you discontinued the peppermint mocha? It was the best ðŸ˜.” Another inquired, “What is the status of the Peppermint Hot Chocolate/Mocha this year, @McDonalds? It’s December 1st, and the app still does not indicate its availability.”
It is important to note that individuals seeking an economical caffeine option may find McDonald’s Peppermint Mocha Latte priced between $2 and $3, while a tiny version at Starbucks approaches $6.