Starbucks has dropped its classic Fall Menu items, including an array of pumpkin spices, cinnamon, and nutty flavors. Most items are returning after receiving lots of positive remarks, but they have introduced notes of pecan and savory items.
Iced Pumpkin Spiced Latte
The iced pumpkin latte is extremely anti-climatic. Seeing as it’s a staple for the Fall menu, expectations may be higher. However, this drink lacks in staple fall flavors. There was a hint of pumpkin or other simple spices, but nothing too special. It is a very bland latte. Simple, and by no means outstanding.
4/10
Racoon Cake Pop
Extremely sweet. This item is a well-done balance between the vanilla and buttercream flavors. Good texture, and good taste, just depends on sweetness preference. The outside coating is very appealing, however, the racoon felt out of place in the fall menu.
7/10
Pumpkin Spice Frappucino
This drink’s flavor aligns with melted pumpkin ice cream. It is very sweet, and flavored with pumpkin and cinnamon spices. Frappucinos in general are an extremely heavy drink, but this one didn’t feel all that over the top. It’s like the pumpkin spice latte but with a genuine fall taste and feeling and not being entirely bland.
9/10
Iced Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte
Nothing stands out about this drink. Definitely resembles more of a nutty flavor than expected in a fall drink. No noticeable fall spices can be identified, making this feel slightly forgettable as it doesn’t particularly stand out on a “Fall Drink” scale. Still, it is a fine drink and can be an easier option, but nothing remarkable.
6/10
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai
This is the most fall tasting drink on the menu. Very simple, while still managing to capture a perfect pumpkin and cinnamon flavor. Nothing too over the top, making it light and delicious. This is the perfect fall drink for a more regular ordering basis, it’s hard to get sick of because of its addictive flavors and no overly sweet taste.
10/10
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
The Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin is a returning menu item, due to its popularity in previous years. This is definitely a more filling item, as most muffins are, but filling in a comforting sense. The pumpkin and cream cheese compliment each other making this item all the more compelling. It is a classic fall treat.
10/10
Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
The cold foam alone makes this drink worth buying. It’s very sweet, which contrasts well with the cold brew itself. Very simple item, but easy to get tired of. The cold brew has sweet vanilla hits, making it a nice morning choice.
7/10
