Before Starbucks said that, everyone knew it wasn't going to go down. Well, get ready to show off your cozy sweater collection early, because the coffee chain is officially kicking off the season with the launch of its long-awaited fall 2023 menu on August 23. And this year marks the coffee chain's 20th anniversary. Pumpkin Spice Latte, a limited-time menu that mixes old favorites with new ones. I previewed the new drinks before they were released, a seasonal sip that could warm up your cold Starbucks mornings.
In addition to PSL, the fall menu will launch in stores nationwide on August 24 and will include some returning classics like Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew and Apple Crisp Oat Milk Macchiato. There are also two new products on the menu: Iced Pumpkin Milk Tea Latte and Iced Apple Crisp Oat Milk Shake Espresso. The Iced Pumpkin Milk Tea Latte features a unique combination of milk tea latte, spiced milk tea flavor, pumpkin cream cold foam and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice on top. Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shake Espresso takes the flavors of Starbucks Blonde espresso, apple, cinnamon, brown sugar and oat milk and shakes them all up for a delicious cold coffee. The menu also features delicious baked goods such as Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, Owl Cake Pops and the new Baked Apple Croissant.
The exciting new sipping range doesn’t stop there. The brand is also introducing pumpkin to its Starbucks Reserve stores for the first time, so if you live near New York, Chicago, or Seattle, you can enjoy more fall treats, including the Pumpkin Spice Whiskey Barrel Iced Latte, which combines whiskey barrel aging Coffee, Pumpkin Spice Sauce and your choice of milk on the rocks, with Starbucks Reserve Whiskey Barrel Aged Whipped Cream and Pumpkin Spice. You can also order a Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini, which combines flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove into Starbucks Reserve’s signature espresso martini, finished with pumpkin spice whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice. . And of course, don’t forget to grab a PSL made with Starbucks Reserve Espresso.
You only have a limited time to get your hands on your favorite seasonal drinks, so if you're on the fence about ditching your usual order, this review details everything you need to know about the new products.
Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Cream Milk Tea Latte Review
If you like the pumpkin scent of PSL, you'll love the spicy scent of this coffee-free product. Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam is the first flavor, and fans of Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam will be happy to find that the ingredients in this new drink still taste like seasonal ice cream. The flavors of the cold foam and chai blended so well that I wasn't sure where the foam ended and the drink began. However, if you don't like sweet drinks, you may want to avoid it. But if you're a total pumpkin lover, this drink is sure to remind you of your favorite fall desserts.
Starbucks Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shake Espresso Review
Blonde espresso lovers, this one is for you. The lightly roasted coffee is smooth and the combination of oat milk and ice makes the drink even more refreshing. A sip will reveal a delicious apple aroma that will make you nostalgic for Thanksgiving days at grandma's house. If you're looking for a drink that doubles as a dessert, you should know that golden espresso is definitely the dominant flavor here, but the apple and cinnamon flavors still manage to break through.
Starbucks Reserve Pumpkin Spice Whiskey Barrel Aged Iced Latte Review
Even if you're not a big fan of whiskey, don't be so quick to write off this Reserve Exclusive, as the espresso and pumpkin spice sauce are definitely the stars of this drink. That being said, the whiskey flavor is still present in the coffee (not as much in the whipped cream), but the smokiness goes really well with the spices.
Starbucks Reserve Iced Pumpkin Spice Martini Review
Next time you can't find a seat at your favorite martini bar in town, just head to your local Starbucks Reserve for a fan-favorite seasonal drink. The drink has a rich pumpkin flavor, thanks to the pumpkin spice whipped topping. The familiar taste of espresso hits your tongue first, followed by a bitter vodka aftertaste. If you take a big enough sip, the mixture of spices, espresso, and vodka may burn a little on the way down. Beyond that, the reserve product is actually quite sweet considering the powerful combination of ingredients.
