Consumers have become accustom to getting their favorite foods, treats and products at any time of the year, so it's no wonder that these cold dessert drinks are popping up just in time for the start of the snowy season.
While winter is traditionally correlated to warm lattes and soothing teas, there's a distinct rise in the level of cold and iced beverages that consumers are seeking out to purchase and that they are DIYing from their own kitchens. Infusing ingredients like pumpkin spice, peppermint, jalapeño (for a spicy warmth) and an array of spices from clove, to cinnamon, the cold beverages seen here range in style from being rich and creamy, to light and refreshing.
Featuring both blended and simple iced varieties, these iced dessert drinks are a clear example of how putting a simple spin on a traditional item can make it seem altogether new and exciting.
18 Delicious Cold Dessert Drinks
From Festive Iced Cookie Drinks to Festive Holiday Punches:
Michael Hemsworth — Nov 24, 2015 — Lifestyle
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Spicy Green Smoothies
This Rich Veggie Drink is Topped with Piquant Spices To Improve Wellness
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Frozen Dessert Beverages
This Iced Spiced Hot Chocolate Recipe is a Delicious Alternative Drink
15
Vegan Seasonal Beverages
Free People's Vegan Eggnog Recipe is a Raw Take on a Christmas Classic
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Chocolatey Coconut Coffees
These Homemade Ice Coffees are Made with White Chocolate
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Festive Holiday Punches
This Scrumptious Christmas Sangria Can be Made With or Without Alcohol
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Chilled Cereal-Flavored Java
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cold Coffee is a Breakfast Brew You'll Adore
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Festive Iced Cookie Drinks
The Sugar Cookie Chiller by Gloria Jean's Coffees Honors the Holidays
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Iced Pumpkin Coffees
Dunkin' Donuts is Offering a Pumpkin Macchiato Drink in Celebration of Fall
9
Cookie Dough Coffee
Dunkin Donuts Unveiled Its Mouthwatering Cookie Dough Coffee
8
Espresso Tonic Beverages
This Unusual Caffeinated Drink is a New Way to Get Your Energy Boost
7
Citrusy Tea Beverages
This Tangy Orange Matcha Smoothie Provides a Coffee-Free Energy Boost
6
Aromatic Spiced Lassis
This Yogurt Drink is Infused with Fragrant Saffron and Cardamom
5
Candy Cane-Flavored Milkshakes
This Holiday Shake Features Pieces of Peppermint Candy
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Non-Traditional Iced Mochas
This Mocha Recipe Involves Making Coffee Ice Cubes and Chocolate Milk
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Sparkling Seasonal Fruit Teas
This Lemon Ginger Tea Pomegranate Sparkler is Festively Refreshing
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Low-Calorie Cold Teas
This Orange & Cinnamon Iced Tea Recipe is Made Using Crystal Light
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Festive Peppermint Shakes
This Holiday Milkshake Contains Peppermint Syrup and Cookie Crumbs
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