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There’s a certain kind of magic that drifts through the air when the first snowflakes start to fall and the scent of fresh coffee fills a café. For many people, that moment signals more than the change of weather—it’s the beginning of the holiday season. Tim Hortons understands this feeling better than most, and this year’s holiday menu captures every bit of that warmth. 

With flavors that celebrate comfort and cheer, the Canadian coffee favorite has rolled out a lineup that feels like the perfect reward for surviving another busy year. If you’ve been craving something to sip or share while the world sparkles under twinkling lights, this might be your new holiday ritual in a cup.

A Taste Of The Season Returns

The return of Tim Hortons’ holiday classics feels like a homecoming. Their Candy Cane Hot Chocolate and Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate are back, blending rich cocoa with cool mint that tastes like the season itself. It’s the kind of flavor that brings you back to childhood ice skating trips or cozy evenings spent watching the lights outside your window. For those who prefer a twist, the Biscoff Iced Capp delivers the same joy in a chilled version by balancing sweetness with just enough coffee to wake up winter mornings.

Tim Hortons is also serving festive baked goods that could brighten any table. The Chocolate Hazelnut Filled Muffin and the Holiday Bear Donut both return while bringing sweetness and charm in equal measure. Each bite feels crafted to match the mood of the season—light and just indulgent enough to count as a well-earned treat.

The Joy Extends Beyond The Coffee Cup

What makes Tim Hortons’ holiday menu special this year goes beyond the drinks and desserts. The festive lineup is rolling out at participating locations across Canada, with some stores also stocking holiday merchandise and “Tims at Home” products like collectible mugs and candles—great for last-minute gifts.

In the U.S., the Holiday Smile Cookie campaign is back with a genuinely heartwarming twist.

All the profits from these sugar cookies go straight to the Tim Hortons Foundation Camps, which help kids who need extra support. It's a straightforward idea that turns picking up a cookie into something bigger. The campaign captures what the holidays are really about—taking a breath and spreading some kindness.

A Warm Invitation To Celebrate

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The season always seems to pass too quickly, but there is comfort in pausing to enjoy it. A stop at Tim Hortons offers that little break, a chance to step away from the rush and feel something familiar. The first sip of a festive drink can turn an ordinary afternoon into a moment of calm. 

So, the next time the December chill catches you on your way to work or holiday shopping, step inside and let the first sip remind you why this time of year feels so special.