THE Starbucks Pumpkin Latte is returning, as the coffee giant announces its fall menu.
The drink has become one of Starbucks‘ most iconic in recent years, and there is even more for fans to look forward to.
Starbucks‘ Pumpkin Spiced Latte has become a drink synonymous with the fall months, and fans can expect it back again this year.
It is set to return to the menu on August 26, fitting in well with previous years’ release windows.
But the drink has been returning earlier and earlier, going from August 28 back in 2018 to August 22 in 2024.
The Pumpkin Spiced Latte was first introduced way back in 2003.
It is made with real pumpkin flavor and pumpkin-related spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.
The drink is topped with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spices.
It’s hugely popular with Starbucks customers, too, according to surveys.
A survey from October 2024 of 1,000 customers found that 90% of respondents said they love pumpkin spice products.
This was up from 85% in 2023, while those who “hate” the products fell from 15% to 10%.
About one-fourth of the respondents declined to vote for “love” or “hate” pumpkin spice products.
The fall menu is bringing back some other fan favorites, like the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai, and Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte.
NEW FACES
The fall menu at Starbucks is bringing in some new items for customers to get acquainted with.
People can expect both new drinks and food items this fall.
The newcomers include the Italian Sausage Egg Bites and a Pecan Cortado.
Returning items to the Starbucks fall menu
- Pumpkin Spiced Latte
- Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
- Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai
- Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte
Those who like their coffee will recognize the Cortado at Starbucks, as the category was added to menus earlier this year.
The Cortado is made with three ristretto shots of Blonde Espresso and steamed milk.
A ristretto shot is a smaller and more concentrated one than a regular.
Right now, coffee addicts can purchase the Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado while they wait for the new one to drop.
Also, if you can’t wait for the pumpkin spice on August 26, limited-time flavors are hitting stores right now, as well as online.
This includes Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte Inspired Creamer in a dairy and non-dairy option.
In early August, ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages like the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Flavored Coffee are coming to retailers for a limited time.
