Warm up with Liverpool’s best hot Christmas drinks
With Christmas fast approaching, there is simply no better time to indulge in extravagant sweetness and rich flavours. Liverpool’s cafés have been preparing a seasonal offering of festive delights and we’ve picked out three of the best in the city to enjoy a warming pit stop away from the Christmas rush.
Words by Matthew Smith
Ryde
Stanhope Street
From cinnamon cappuccino to honeycomb and gingerbread lattes, Ryde has a diverse range of Christmas coffees. You can also dip into a special selection of hot chocolates such as Nutty Choc, made with hazelnut syrup; Hot Salted Caramel Choc with caramel chunks and Popping Hot Choc, topped with sugar strands and popping candy.
LEAF
Bold Street
Known for its seasonal brews, the popular teashop provides a diverse range of Christmas themed hot drinks, including Chai Snowflake, Plum and Quince Jam and Marzipan Delight. A particular highlight is the Spiced Green Tea with green Sencha leaves, cinnamon, almond flakes and star anise, guaranteed to warm you up during a chilly shopping trip.
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Muster Custom Coffee
Argyle Street
Chocoholics rejoice with the perfect escape from the winter cold and city centre crowds. Nestled away on Argyle Street with its authentic features and homely feel, Muster Custom Coffee prides itself on its impressive range of seasonal hot chocolates and its selection box of flavours. Milky Way, Kinder Bueno and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups are among the options.
