Specialty Menu Items Pay Homage to Classic Holiday Flavors Like Peppermint and Gingerbread

DUBLIN, Ohio (November 15, 2012) -Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop is making the holiday a little tastier this year with its special edition holiday-themed beverages and baked goods. The bakery cafe chain's limited edition flavors include the new Peppermint Mocha Latte, Candy Cane Hot Chocolate, Gingerbread Glazed Donut, Candy Cane Chocolate Donut and Ginger Molasses Cookie.

• Peppermint Mocha Latte: The new Peppermint Mocha Latte is our premium espresso latte, made with rich cocoa, frothy milk, a hint of mint chocolate flavor and finished with chocolate whipped topping and a sprinkle of chocolate powder.
• Candy Cane Hot Chocolate: This fan favorite is a warm and cool combination of hot chocolate and chocolate mint flavoring finished with whipped topping and pieces of candy cane bark.
• Gingerbread Glazed Donut: One of the season's most iconic flavors is highlighted in the Gingerbread Glazed Donut, the perfect accompaniment to a premium blend coffee or latte.
• Candy Cane Chocolate Donut: The decadent Chocolate Cake Donut is dipped in chocolate fondant and topped with pieces of candy cane bark.
• Ginger Molasses Cookie: The rich and chewy Ginger Molasses Cookie is a perfect blend of seasonal flavors.
• Holiday Donuts (available in six and 12 packs): Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop's Vanilla Dip and Cake Donuts are donning their best holiday colors dipped in white, red and green fondant and sprinkles.

In addition to its holiday beverage and baked goods assortment, Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop is rolling out new holiday packaging and merchandise, including a newly-designed desk top mug, china mug and collectible ornaments-perfect for any Tim Hortons devotee.

Have a hard-to-shop-for person on your list? Don't forget the always popular Tim Card®, available in any denomination. Paired with a bag of Fine Grind Coffee or travel mug, a Tim Card® is a perfect gift for the teacher, babysitter or dog walker.

The seasonal beverages and baked goods are available in U.S. restaurants through December 31 or while supplies last.

To learn more about Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop, visit www.timhortons.com or follow on Facebook (www.facebook.com/TimHortonsUS) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/TimHortonsUS).

About Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop
Tim Hortons is one of the largest publicly-traded restaurant chains in North America based on market capitalization. Operating in the quick service segment of the restaurant industry, Tim Hortons appeals to a broad range of consumer tastes, with a menu that includes premium coffee, espresso-based beverages, specialty teas, home-style soups, fresh sandwiches, grilled paninis, wraps, hot breakfast sandwiches and fresh baked goods, including our trademark donuts.  As of September 30, 2012, Tim Hortons had 755 restaurants in the United States and 4,138 restaurants systemwide.  For more information, visit www.timhortons.com.

Media Contact:
Brynn Burton
Manager, Public Relations, U.S.
Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop
Office: 614-356-3942
Email: burton_brynn@timhortons.com

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