Fall is coming early to Starbucks.
The coffee giant is bringing the beloved Pumpkin Spice Latte back to menus nearly a month before fall even begins.
PSL fans will be able to get the iconic autumnal beverage starting Aug. 26, Starbucks announced.
In addition, the fan-favorite Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai and Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte will return to the menu, as well as a new Pecan Cortado and new Italian Sausage Egg Bites.
Starbucks’ fall-flavored at-home coffees and creamers are now available online and in grocery stores nationwide, including Pumpkin Spice, Fall Blend, and Smoked Butterscotch, as well as Maple Pecan Latte Inspired Non-Dairy Creamer and Pumpkin Spice Latte Inspired Creamer.
In early August, ready-to-drink Pumpkin Spice Flavored Coffee will also return to grocery and convenience stores nationwide, available in Iced Espresso, Frappuccino Chilled Coffee Drink, and Cold Brew Concentrate.
Even though we’re far from fall, the timeline fits the range of dates when Starbucks has started PSL season in the past.
Google Trends data showed that consumer interest in pumpkin spice started earlier this year, with searches increasing starting in mid-June, compared to last year when the uptick in searches began in mid-July.
Starbucks first debuted the Pumpkin Spice Latte in 2003, sparking a national pumpkin craze.
The coffee chain says the PSL is its most popular seasonal beverage, made with real pumpkin flavor, spices, Starbucks Signature Espresso and steamed milk. It’s available hot, iced or blended.
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