Money

Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte returns Tuesday. See what else is on the fall menu.

Starbucks is gearing up for the fall season with the highly anticipated return of its Pumpkin Spice Latte, or PSL, on Tuesday, Aug. 26. The Seattle-based coffee chain officially unveiled its new fall menu on Monday, featuring the beloved Pumpkin Spice Latte and a variety of other autumn-inspired treats.

Over the years, the arrival date for Starbucks’ fall menu has crept earlier into August, aligning more closely with the start of autumn. At the heart of the coffee giant’s fall offerings is the Pumpkin Spice Latte, a seasonal favorite that has been delighting customers for over 20 years. Comprising espresso, steamed milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin, whipped cream, and pumpkin pie spice, the PSL has become the most popular seasonal beverage in Starbucks’ history. Since its introduction in 2003, the company has sold hundreds of millions of Pumpkin Spice Lattes.

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol expressed his excitement for the fall program during the coffee chain’s recent earnings call, stating, “I, like many customers, love the Pumpkin Spice Latte.” In addition to the PSL, Starbucks is introducing new offerings like Pecan Cold Foam, building on the success of similar menu items introduced last year. Cold Foam has emerged as one of Starbucks’ most popular add-ons, with a 23% year-over-year growth. The company also announced a new banana-flavored protein variety in June.

The fall menu, featuring a mix of classic favorites and innovative additions, is expected to provide a much-needed boost to Starbucks, which has been grappling with declining sales and foot traffic. Sales in the U.S. dropped by 2% in the third quarter compared to the previous year, according to the company’s latest earnings report. Niccol remains optimistic about the upcoming season, noting that the Pumpkin Spice Latte is likely to draw a significant number of customers to Starbucks locations.

Here’s a glimpse of the new fall menu:
– Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL)
– Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
– Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai
– Pecan Oatmilk Cortado
– Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte
– Pecan Cold Foam
– Italian Sausage Egg Bite
– Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
– Raccoon Cake Pop

As Starbucks prepares to usher in the fall season with these enticing offerings, customers can look forward to indulging in their favorite autumn flavors and experiencing the warmth and comfort that Starbucks’ fall menu has to offer.

Related Articles

Back to top button