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Pumpkin Spice Lattes: Starbucks Leaks Fall Menu

Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Lattes hit stores August 30th, a leaked menu reveals. A caffeine-fix for fans of the spice. But at what cost? Raking in $424 million in sales last year, the drinks return despite a climate crisis.

Published August 1, 2024 at 7:49am by Alexis Simmerman

It's August, and you know what that means: Pumpkin Spice season is brewing. Starbucks, the reigning monarch of fall flavors, will soon unveil its highly anticipated PSL drinks and treats, kicking off the autumn festivities. Mark your calendars, leaf Peepers, and grab your sweaters because the cozy season officially commences with a dash of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg.

When will Starbucks Unleash the PSL?
Starbucks enthusiasts, rejoice! While the coffee giant has kept quiet about the official launch date, a leaked menu by food influencer Markie Devo suggests that the fall extravaganza commences on Thursday, August 22nd. Get ready to spice up your life!

What Delights Can We Expect?
Variety is the spice of life, and Starbucks delivers. Here's what you can expect to indulge in:

Pumpkin Spice Latte (Hot, Iced, and Frappuccino)
Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai
Iced Apple Crisp Shaken Espresso with Oat Milk
Apple Crisp Macchiato with Oat Milk
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
Baked Apple Croissant

New Additions to the PSL Kingdom:
This year, Starbucks introduces three new drinks and two new treats to the autumn arsenal:

Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai (nondairy)
Raccoon Cake Pop
Mummy Cookie (available Aug. 22)
Iced Pecan Crunch Latte with Oat Milk and Salted Pecan Cream Cold Foam
Salted Pecan Moisture Bar (available Sept. 19)

Update: The launch date for the pecan-themed drinks and treats has been moved up to September 19, so you won't have to wait until October for these nutty delights.

The Magic in the Cup:
What's in a PSL, you ask? Well, it's a carefully crafted blend of steamed 2% milk (or your milk of choice), whipped cream (optional), vanilla syrup, brewed espresso, and the illustrious pumpkin spice sauce, crowned with a dusting of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. Autumn in a cup, anyone?

Embrace the Pumpkin Spice Life:
The Pumpkin Spice Latte and its seasonal cohorts are here for a good time, not a long time. So, whether you're a PSL traditionalist or an adventurous explorer of the fall menu, get your fix while you can. Those leafy days won't last forever.

URLs:
Leaked menu: Instagram

Pumpkin Spice Latte details: Starbucks Archive