2026 ingredient check: The original order still works only when peppermint is available. The current national menu gives us a good chocolate-cold-brew base, but I am not going to pretend chocolate without mint is a Peppermint Mocha.
How to order the closest version with current Starbucks ingredients
Order a Chocolate Cream Cold Brew. If peppermint syrup appears as an option at your selected store, add 1–2 pumps depending on how minty you want it. If peppermint is not offered, stop there: you have a chocolate-forward cold brew, not a true Peppermint Mocha.
What changed: this swaps the old custom mocha-and-foam build for a current Chocolate Cream Cold Brew base. The dark chocolate curls from the original are optional only if your store actually lists them.
Track the peppermint return in our Holiday Drinks 2026 guide.
It’s the most wonderful time of they year…to make Starbucks Secret Menu Drinks! I feel like I could happily make Christmas themed drinks year round! But instead I’ll try to crank them all out quickly before Christmas!
Obviously, as much as these recipes are good as stand alone drinks, you have to enjoy the Christmas ones to get into the Christmas caffeinated spirit! With that, say hello to the Peppermint Mocha Cold Brew!
This is the perfect mix of peppermint and mocha with swirls of caffeine, making it so perfect for this season, and to keep you going while Christmas shopping!
Just make sure you grab our recipe below, because this isn’t on the Starbucks menu. This is my personal creation using their ingredients, so you’ll have to grab the recipe!
How To Order A Peppermint Mocha Cold Brew
Start by ordering a Venti Cold Brew.
Then, ask for 4 pumps of mocha and two pumps of peppermint.
Also, ask for cold foam with two pumps of peppermint in it.
And finally, ask for chocolate curls on top.
That is all you need to get your hands on this delicious treat! If you are looking for more festive drinks to try, check out our Gingerbread House Frappuccino and our Ultimate Christmas Drink!
And as always, check out our TikTok video below if you’re still confused on how to order this drink!
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Ingredients
Method
- Start by ordering a Venti Cold Brew.
- Ask for four pumps of mocha and two pumps of peppermint.
- Ask for cold foam with two pumps of peppermint,
- Ask for chocolate curls on top.
