Peppermint Mocha Topped by You: Caribou Coffee Holiday Offer

This post is brought to you in partnership with Caribou Coffee. All thoughts are my own.

Coffee is the true highlight of my morning routine. As I shepherd my kids out the door and get them settled for the day, I remind myself that I don’t have to rush my first cup. Once they leave, I can finally enjoy a hot, uninterrupted mug. I’ve learned the hard way that drinking coffee too early invites a parade of tiny interruptions that leave me with a half-cold cup. That’s no good—there’s something comforting and energizing about a warm cup of coffee that helps me feel cozy and awake. While I savor my morning brew at home, a visit to my local Caribou Coffee transforms that simple pleasure into something a bit more special.

Topped By You

This holiday season, Caribou Coffee is offering a festive way to customize drinks with a collection of toppings and flavored whips that create more than 500 unique holiday drink combinations. It’s a fun, creative twist on seasonal beverages that invites customers to build their own signature drinks.

Caribou is encouraging coffee lovers to experiment and share their creations on social media with the hashtag #TopBou. I decided to visit my local Caribou to try it for myself and see how my favorite flavors could come together.

Holiday drinks and topping options include:

• Chips and mix-ins: candy cane pieces, brownie bites, snickerdoodle pieces, dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, white chocolate chips
• Whips: mint, vanilla, raspberry, chocolate
• Seasonal bases and sips: dark chocolate raspberry mocha, milk chocolate hazelnut mocha, white chocolate caramel mocha, Fa La Latte, Ho Ho Mint Mocha

I’m a peppermint mocha fan, so I chose the Ho Ho Mint Mocha and topped it with a vanilla whip. Then I added peppermint chocolate pieces, mini milk chocolate chips, and even brownie pieces. The result was rich, minty, and indulgent—I called it my Merry Mint Mocha. It was exactly the cozy pick-me-up I wanted.

I also picked up a festive mug that says “Let’s Get Cozy.” It struck me as the perfect finishing touch for gift baskets I was assembling—practical, seasonal, and cheerful.

If you have coffee lovers on your holiday list—or someone who’s hard to shop for—consider adding bagged Caribou Coffee to a gift basket. I like the Reindeer Blend dark roast for its bold flavor and the Caribou Blend medium roast for a classic, smooth cup. A few Caribou mugs filled with holiday candies, warm gloves, and a bag of coffee make an easy, thoughtful basket to brighten a friend or family member’s season.

While I love treating myself to a specialty drink at Caribou Coffee, I also brew their bagged coffee and K-Cup options at home. When I want a homemade version of a seasonal mocha, I use a few simple ingredients and a quick method to recreate that chocolate-and-peppermint combination I crave any time.

Below is my easy at-home recipe for a Merry Peppermint Mocha—simple, quick, and flavorful when you want a festive coffee without a trip out the door.

Merry Peppermint Mocha

It’s a simple recipe but deeply satisfying—perfect for mornings when you want a little seasonal treat without a complicated process.

Topped By You Tuesday Special Promotion

Try out the festive flavor combinations at Caribou Coffee this season. During the Topped By You Tuesday promotion you can often find special pricing such as two medium holiday drinks for $6, with the option to upgrade to large for a small additional cost. Check your local shop for current offers and availability.

If you’re curious about nearby locations, visit Caribou Coffee’s official site or use their store locator to find hours and participating stores in your area.