Seasonal Sips and Sweets

The holiday season is full of so many amazing things. Decorations around every house and street corner, Christmas songs playing in stores, and children waiting expectantly for Santa to drop a present off under the tree. Each of these bring fun aspects to the holiday season, but there’s one more thing we can not forget--FOOD! If you have a sweet tooth, keep reading and find out where you can get your seasonal sweet fix around Milledgeville. Everything from peppermint to cinnamon to nutmeg--all coming together to create delicious treats for everyone to enjoy! You can’t go wrong when it comes to holiday treats, but you can get it right! Here are the best places in Milledgeville to get your fill of sugary sweets and seasonal sips.

Blackbird Coffee

As you reach for your coat to keep warm this holiday season, why not settle on a delectable hot drink too? There’s no better place to go than Blackbird Coffee! Grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee, hot chocolate, tea, a latte, or whatever your heart--or taste buds-- so desire! With such a large plethora of options to choose from, you might need some help. If you want to stick with the sweetness of the season, get a peppermint drink. They also offer Coca Mocha Nut Lattes, Crème Brûlée Lattes, and hot Fogle Chais which are perfect for the holiday season. If someone on your Christmas list loves Blackbird and all things coffee, you can also find Blackbird travel mugs, handmade mugs, t-shirts, and other merchandise when you stop in!

Morning Grind

Morning Grind, Milledgeville's newest coffee shop, is a convenient, locally-owned espresso bar with a small-town charm. Make your usual hot beverage a holiday treat by adding fun holiday flavors like peppermint, toasted marshmallow, or even gingerbread. Or, try a festive creation from their holiday drinks menu and enjoy a cozy blend of seasonal flavors. Their rotating variety of baked goods is a great addition to cozy seasonal drinks. 

P.S. Their pre-ground bags of coffee make great gifts!  

Buffington's 

Whether you're stopping in for a pre-dinner drink or staying for a meal, Buffington’s is a must-visit during the holiday season. This downtown live music hotspot transforms into a festive holiday bar, offering an array of specialty seasonal cocktails and craft beers. Pair your drink with their famous nachos, juicy steak, or mouthwatering burgers for the perfect holiday outing. With twinkling lights and a cozy atmosphere, it’s the ideal spot to celebrate the season with friends.

THE BRICK

In addition to The Brick’s pizza, pasta, and wings, they have a full bar with all a wide variety of beer, wine, and a cocktail menu. For the holidays, The Brick gets extra festive and adds a holiday spin to familiar favorites, for example, the sugar cookie martini pictured above. Each month during the holiday season, The Brick features a new specialty cocktail, so be sure to stop by the next time you're in town!

Doodles Cupcake Bakery

Travel to Jefferson Street to get a delicious cupcake from Doodle's Bakery! Doodle's is known as a cupcake bakery, but they serve way more than just that! They sell gingerbread, cinnamon rolls, cakes, cookies and countless other delicious treats! Check their Facebook page for what flavors will be in store that day as the menu is made fresh weekly. You can even special order treats in the shape of Christmas characters too, like the gingerbread men pictured above! Something unique about Doodles is that they sell casseroles! A big hit among locals who need a good dinner dish to serve to their guests, especially around the holidays!

THE GOODIE GALLERY

This local favorite has served mouth-watering treats for years. This Christmas try their seasonal apple bread, gingerbread man cookies, and award-winning pumpkin spice cheesecake. There are also huge cinnamon rolls drizzled with icing, donuts, cookies, muffins and more to enjoy! Visit the Goodie Gallery around lunchtime and pick up a chicken salad sandwich or buffalo wraps.

Coasties 

Coasties Bakery has your holidays covered with trays of uniquely decorated cookies that are perfect for the season. Whether you're looking to add a sweet touch to your table or need a quick treat, their cookie selection is sure to impress. And if you have a craving for pie, they’ve got delicious apple and pecan options too, including mini pecan pies for a single-serving delight. Keep an eye out for holiday pre-orders online to save time in the kitchen and enjoy delectable treats without the hassle!

THE COOKIE COMPANY

Located in the Milledgeville Mall, The Cookie Company offers large, fresh-baked cookies in a variety of flavors. The menu rotates weekly and customers can expect to find classics like thin and gooey chocolate chip as well as a thick, iced cake batter cookie with sprinkles. The large cookies are multiple servings, while their smaller bite-sized versions are perfect to set out on a tray for holiday parties. They also bake large cookie cakes in multiple flavors that are sure to be a hit at your family gatherings. 

Milledgeville dining is delicious year-round, but the holidays tend to make it even sweeter. Find something scrumptious next time you are out and about in Milly and have a happy holiday season!