Navigating the city day-to-day can be harrowing. Busy sidewalks can make for a shoulder shoving war while always staying on high alert is a priority thanks to Texty McTextalot who just doesn’t see the importance of looking forward while powering through the crowds. Factor in the winter temperatures and the obligatory shop-hopping to find the perfect gift and suddenly travelling by foot doesn’t make much sense! doesn’t seem like such a great idea.
Thankfully, a lifesaving shot of caffeine is never more than a stone’s throw away here in Toronto. During the holidays there are ample decadent mocha and caramel latte options to savour. Just in case you happen to NOT be watching your waist, we’ve rounded up 5 of the most calorific Holiday themed drinks so you know how to factor these heavyweights in when choosing your favourite Christmas coffee indulgence!
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Caramel Brulee Latte, Starbucks:
Grande: 430 Kcal Fat: 13g (20% DV)
Still need your fix? Tall, non-fat, no whip: 240 kcal Fat: 0g
Eggnog latte, Starbucks:
Grande: 460 kcal, Fat: 21g (33% DV)
Still need your fix? Tall, non-fat: 350 kcal Fat: 15g (23% DV)
Peppermint Mocha, Starbucks:
Grande: 410 kcal Fat: 15g (23% DV)
Still need your fix? Tall, non-fat, no whip: 220 kcal, Fat: 2g (3%)
Cinnamon Swirl Latte, Second Cup:
16oz: 290 kcal, Fat: 9g
Still need your fix? This one packs less of a calorific punch but you can still shave off 60 kcals if you go for a 12oz instead: 230 kcal Fat: 7g
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Candy Cane Latte, Second Cup:
16oz with whip: 520 kcal Fat: 23g
Still need your fix? 12oz, non-fat, no whip: 230 kcal Fat: 3.5g