Tis the season for watching Love Actually, wearing ugly Christmas sweaters and…enjoying holiday drinks & treats. Celebrate the holiday season right with a great drink – whether waking up in the morning or winding down after a crazy day of holiday shopping.

Better Buzz Coffee Holiday Drinks (Best Coffee Drinks)

Energize your holiday spirit with a hot or cold coffee drink at Better Buzz. We recommend the white chocolate mocha (espresso, white chocolate & steamed milk + whipped cream) mocha latte (the same, but with a base of rich chocolate). Then, to either, add peppermint.

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Bare Back Gar & Grill’s Mules

This New Zealand-inspired restaurant is known for fantastic mules. The ginger and sprig of greenery basically makes it a holiday drink – right? Through the week the Mules can be down to just $5 during happy hour.

Cafe Bar Europa for Sangria

This European inspired bar in Pacific Beach offers delicious Sangria. Red and spiced, it makes for a great holiday drink. During happy throughout the week, you can grab a glass for just $4 at Cafe Bar Europa.

Drinks at Xmas Bash hosted by The Local Pacific Beach (December 19th)

This coming Monday, Dec 19, enjoy a hosted hour of food and bar and specials on drinks throughout the night. Expect karaoke and plenty of red and green. It’s the perfect way to start the holidays early – especially if you’re already on vacation as of next week!

RSVP at the Facebook party event here.

Hikes to Work Off Holiday Cheer

If all this holiday drinking and the office treats are making you feel the need to sweat, why not try out one of these great San Diego hikes – perfect for this season?