McCormick Launches Limited-Edition Holiday Flavors
The 2026 lineup of Finishing Sugars and seasonal rubs debuts alongside a new holiday hosting guide.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Entertaining
McCormick has launched a 2026 limited-edition holiday lineup of Finishing Sugars and Seasonal Rubs & Seasoning Mixes. The products are available at McCormick.com and retailers nationwide while supplies last.
Why it matters
The launch targets the planning pressures many households face during the holidays, with the company citing consumer research on cooking coordination and hosting. Pairing new products with make-ahead recipes aims to help home cooks manage timing and workload.
McCormick's consumer research found 24% of surveyed adults cite coordinating cooking and serving times as a top holiday stressor, and 32% are willing to spend more on easier hosting. The survey's sample methodology and year-over-year comparisons were not provided.
The players
McCormick
McCormick is a global spice and flavor company headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, with roughly 135 years of flavor expertise.
Brooke Baevsky
Brooke Baevsky is a celebrity private chef who created recipes for the 2026 McCormick Holiday Guide.
The details
The new Finishing Sugars are Cranberry, Dulce de Leche, and Sugar Cookie, joined by returning Candy Cane, English Toffee, and Pumpkin Spice. New seasonal rubs and mixes include Turkey Dry Brine Rub, Garlic and Herb Butter Roast Seasoning Mix, Salted Caramel Cheesecake Seasoning Mix, Turkey Rub, and Creamy Jalapeño Spinach Dip Seasoning Mix. The products are featured in the 2026 McCormick Holiday Guide, created with celebrity private chef Brooke Baevsky.
Timeline
The limited-edition lineup launched during the 2026 holiday season.
Holiday Entertaining Trends
The launch follows McCormick's own consumer research showing holiday hosting stress is a major concern for many adults. Its make-ahead recipe approach responds directly to those findings by focusing on timing and preparation.
Home cooks can find the new Finishing Sugars and seasoning mixes at McCormick.com and retailers nationwide while supplies last. The make-ahead recipes in the guide may help reduce last-minute cooking during busy holiday meals.
The takeaway
Planning ahead with make-ahead recipes can reduce holiday cooking stress. Trying a seasonal seasoning blend is a simple way to add variety to familiar dishes.
Further reading
Explore more ideas in our Entertaining section for hosting tips and seasonal recipes.
More information
Read the full 2026 McCormick Holiday Guide for make-ahead recipes and hosting tips.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Mass Market Retailers.
