Trying The Human Bean's Candied Peppermint smoothie

The Human Bean's Candied Peppermint Smoothie 

(Photo/Alyssa Gervacio)

You may be scoffing at the thought of yet another Peppermint Mocha interpretation by a coffee chain, but this is no regular seasonal favorite. The Human Bean is notorious for their handcrafted beverages which are always topped with a delicious Chocolate Covered Espresso Bean. 

The service was quick and the employees did a terrific job at navigating the menu for a first time customer. The employee at the window recommended their Candied Peppermint smoothie. 

The Candied Peppermint flavor is among the six different holiday flavors from the chain. Offered in seven different varieties, there is bound to be something for every customer in the market for a Candied Peppermint. 

Taking the first sip of the beverage, the peppermint flavor is unlike the typical 'Peppermint Mocha' sweet peppermint taste. The drink tastes almost like a York peppermint pattie. The peppermint is strong and almost hair raising but in the most delicious way possible. 

Despite being blended with both espresso and white chocolate, the peppermint steals the show and leaves the deeper flavors behind as an aftertaste. The chocolate drizzle at the bottom of the cup serves as a great treat for the end of the drink.

The beverage is extremely creamy with the consistency of a milkshake rather than an ice-blended beverage you can get at other chains. The beverage is definitely more decadent than the Peppermint Mochas that are offered at other shops.

The Candied Peppermint smoothie leaves a nice jolt of energy from the espresso and a boost of Christmas spirit. Try more holiday menu favorites and hand-crafted beverages at your local Human Bean! 

Rating: 5/5