It’s that time of year again – the leaves are changing, the air is crisp, and pumpkin spice is back in full force. The fall season brings with it a wave of pumpkin-flavored treats, and two of the biggest names in the coffee industry, Starbucks and Dunkin’, have just revealed their 2024 fall menus.
Starbucks, known for its iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte, has once again brought back the beloved drink for the season. Made with espresso, steamed milk, and pumpkin spice flavored syrup, topped with whipped cream and pumpkin spice topping, the Pumpkin Spice Latte is a fan favorite that has become synonymous with fall. In addition to the PSL, Starbucks has also introduced a new drink for the season – the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew. This refreshing drink features cold brew coffee sweetened with vanilla syrup, topped with pumpkin cream cold foam and a dusting of pumpkin spice topping. For those looking for a non-coffee option, Starbucks is also offering a Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin, a pumpkin muffin filled with sweet cream cheese and topped with streusel.
Dunkin’, on the other hand, has also brought back its lineup of pumpkin-flavored treats for the season. The Pumpkin Spice Latte at Dunkin’ features espresso, steamed milk, and pumpkin spice flavored syrup, topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and cinnamon sugar. In addition to the PSL, Dunkin’ is offering a Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, similar to Starbucks’ version but with Dunkin’s signature cold brew coffee. Dunkin’ is also offering a Pumpkin Muffin, a pumpkin muffin filled with cream cheese filling and topped with streusel, as well as a Pumpkin Donut, a pumpkin-flavored cake donut topped with icing and sprinkles.
Both Starbucks and Dunkin’ are also offering a variety of pumpkin-flavored food items to complement their drinks. Starbucks has introduced a Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish, a flaky croissant filled with pumpkin cream cheese and topped with streusel, as well as a Pumpkin Scone, a spiced pumpkin scone topped with icing and pumpkin spice topping. Dunkin’ is offering a Pumpkin Munchkin, a pumpkin-flavored glazed donut hole, as well as a Pumpkin Bagel, a pumpkin-flavored bagel topped with pumpkin seeds and served with cream cheese.
For those looking to bring the taste of fall home, both Starbucks and Dunkin’ are offering pumpkin-flavored coffee grounds and K-Cups for purchase. Starbucks has introduced a Pumpkin Spice Flavored Ground Coffee, a medium-roast coffee flavored with pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, as well as Pumpkin Spice Flavored K-Cups for those with single-serve coffee makers. Dunkin’ is offering a Pumpkin Spice Flavored Ground Coffee, a medium-roast coffee flavored with pumpkin and cinnamon, as well as Pumpkin Flavored K-Cups for those looking for a convenient way to enjoy their favorite fall flavor.
With the return of pumpkin spice season, coffee lovers everywhere are rejoicing at the return of their favorite fall drinks and treats. Whether you’re a fan of the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte or looking to try something new like the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Starbucks and Dunkin’ have something for everyone this fall. So grab your favorite pumpkin-flavored drink, cozy up with a pumpkin muffin or pastry, and enjoy the tastes of the season while they last..
