The best Pumpkin Spice drinks from major chains: Ranked by an ex-barista Starbucks \/ 7-Eleven \/ Krispy Kreme \/ Dunkin’Pumpkin Spice season is just around the corner, and although it may still feel like summer, it won\u2019t be long before you\u2019re wrapped in a cozy sweater and enjoying Fall. But, the real question is; who has the best Pumpkin Spice drink? Whether it\u2019s a Blizzard from DQ, a cold brew from 7-Eleven, or the OG PSL from Starbucks, everyone has their fix that they start craving the second the first leaf falls. Who will come out on top in 2024? Here\u2019s my predictions as someone who used to spend hours behind the bar at Starbucks drowning in the orange stuff. The top 10 Pumpkin spice drinks, ranked For this list, we\u2019re going with drinks that chains have released in the past, usually for several years, making it likely that these drinks are going to be a part of the Fall menu launch this year also. Although the Fall lineups often feature other cozy flavors, we\u2019re honing in on Pumpkin Spice flavor beverages here only. Hint: The top spot is one you\u2019ve probably never heard of. 10. Tim Hortons \u2013 Pumpkin Spice Iced Capp Tim Hortons get major points for releasing some of their Pumpkin Spice drinks early this year. Customers can get access to the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte in iced or hot form, as well as the Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew. But what we\u2019re really here for, is the Pumpkin Spice Iced Capp that\u2019s available to try now. The Iced Capp is basically a blended frappe, and this pumpkin spice one is perfectly sweet but that dark coffee flavor still comes through beautifully. The nice thing about Tim Hortons pumpkin spice Iced Capp is that the syrup is not blended in, and is just drizzled over the top of the whipped cream. Verdict: This drink is perfect for those who want to dip their toes in Fall drinks releases, but aren\u2019t pumpkin spice fanatics. 9. Dutch Bros \u2013 Caramel Pumpkin Br\u00fbl\u00e9e Latte Dutch Bros coffee is delicious, mainly because they use ristretto shots in their coffee. This means they are more coffee than water, which leads to a smoother yet stronger taste that isn\u2019t bitter at all. Dutch Bros Pumpkin Spice syrup is pretty standard, but the cinnamony warmth goes very well with their high quality coffee, and the drink comes iced with lots of caramel drizzle and free whip if you want it, which is always a big plus. Verdict: The coffee, caramel, and the pumpkin spice syrup are a match made in heaven, but the coffee is the real star of the show here. 8. Dairy Queen \u2013 Pumpkin Pie Blizzard Dairy Queen are always there for us with their wonderful Blizzard flavors, and the new Fall menu is no exception. However, the current Fall menu that has been released doesn\u2019t feature any Pumpkin Spice on it, so far. That being said, it\u2019s not Fall yet and we could still get some pumpkin goodness on the menu soon, likely as the October Blizzard of the month. This drink blends real pumpkin pie pieces with soft serve, and comes with whipped cream and nutmeg on top. Verdict: A lot of these drinks may taste like pumpkin pie, but only this one has it actually blended in. 7. 7-Eleven \u2013 Pumpkin Spice coffee blend Okay I know what you might be thinking, but 7-Eleven\u2019s pumpkin spice range hits different. Not only is it convenient, but they have released a pumpkin spice Slurpee this year that, oddly, works. The pumpkin spice coffee blend incorporates cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to create a harmony of Fall flavors that can be used as a base on any of the drinks that you may purchase instore. Want to inject a little Fall into your regular cappuccino without going crazy? It\u2019s perfect for that. Verdict: This coffee blend is convenient, delicious, and a true underdog. 6. Krispy Kreme \u2013 Pumpkin Spice Latte Krispy Kreme\u2019s PSL uses a limited-release Pumpkin Spice coffee blend that features notes of pumpkin, nutmeg, and cinnamon. This drink comes iced or hot and is topped with whipped cream and pumpkin spice seasoning. This pumpkin spice latte is no joke. It\u2019s pumpkin flavoring is undeniably strong and sweet. You know the way sometimes you order a PSL and can\u2019t really taste anything other than a mildly fragrant latte? This is not the case with Krispy Kreme\u2019s PSL so it\u2019s perfect if you know what you like and need your hit. Plus, they usually release donuts to go with the coffee. Verdict: This Pumpkin Spice Latte did not come to play. 5. Dunkin\u2019 \u2013 Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte Dunkin\u2019s iteration of the iconic drink gets extra points for its smooth, vanilla undertones. The drink comprises two shots of espresso, their very own pumpkin spice syrup, and milk steamed until it is silky smooth. Of course, the drink is topped with their signature whip and designed to be paired with one of their Fall donuts. Verdict: This latte is unique because of its unique vanilla notes. 4. Peet\u2019s Coffee \u2013 Pumpkin Latte Peet\u2019s coffee is a bit of a wild card when compared to major chains like Starbucks, however, their pumpkin latte is really something special. If you still want to partake in the autumnal trend but don\u2019t like anything too fragrant, Peet\u2019s pumpkin latte has a toffee flavor that is very pleasant if cinnamon and nutmeg isn\u2019t your thing. Verdict: A great pumpkin latte for those who don\u2019t like the spice. 3. Carvel \u2013 Pumpkin Spice cheesecake milkshake Carvel is one of the chain\u2019s that has launched their pumpkin range early, and this year, they\u2019re opting for a pumpkin pie range including soft-serve and scoopable versions. The milkshake incorporates the soft-serve, along with some vanilla crunchies to give the milkshake a little bit of texture. This homey treat is great if you have a sweet tooth and the cheesecake element is something a little bit different. Verdict: This milkshake is not for those that don\u2019t have a sweet tooth, but just look at the layering on that thing. 2. Starbucks \u2013 Pumpkin Spice Latte Well here it is, the Pumpkin Spice Latte that started it all. Starbucks pumpkin spice syrup is thick like chocolate sauce, and it\u2019s also bright orange, so you\u2019re never going to think they forgot to put it in your latte. On top of that, they made it vegan back in 2020 so order it with your favorite non-dairy milk and you\u2019re all set. What more can I say? It started a worldwide phenomenon for a reason, it\u2019s cinnamony, sweet, and oh so comforting. Verdict: You can\u2019t fault a classic. 1. Starbucks \u2013 Cinderella Latte Okay, stay with me on this, because you\u2019ve probably never seen this drink on regular Starbucks menus because it\u2019s from the secret menu. However, it\u2019s going to change your pumpkin-spice-life. Order a regular pumpkin spice latte, but instead of four pumps of pumpkin syrup (the standard) ask for two pumps of pumpkin and two pumps of white mocha. The mix of white chocolate with the spiciness of the pumpkin makes for an overall delight. The spiciness is more subtle, the white chocolate makes it sweeter and cancels out any bitterness in the coffee, and just generally upgrades the whole drink. Verdict: Order this to show people you\u2019re a real pumpkin spice fan. What does pumpkin spice taste like? If you\u2019ve never had a pumpkin spice latte but would like to dip your toes into the pop culture craze, you\u2019re probably wondering what the drink actually tastes like, and if it actually tastes of pumpkin. The pumpkin spice syrup itself has a sweet, warm cinnamon flavor, with a bit of heat from nutmeg. It also has subtle undertones of clove. Although the drink is called \u2018pumpkin\u2019 spice and is bright orange, you don\u2019t need to worry about an overwhelming taste of vegetable patch. The flavor is meant to be inspired by the pumpkin season. With Starbucks being the top hitter, you\u2019re probably wondering when we can expect to see their PSLs in stock; well, here\u2019s everything we know.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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