Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte

Pumpkin Spice Everything: Starbucks Brings Back the PSL Early – But Is It Too Soon?

Starbucks has officially kicked off pumpkin spice season earlier than ever, and fans have mixed feelings! Dive into the full fall menu revelations and what unique drinks to try!

Hold onto your lattes, folks! It’s official – Starbucks has resurrected the iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) earlier than ever before. This beloved seasonal beverage makes its grand re-entrance on August 22, two days earlier than last year, and coffee lovers everywhere are buzzing with excitement. Whether you’re an OG PSL aficionado or a curious newcomer, you’re going to want to check out the full fall menu to see what’s brewing this year. Along with the classic PSL, Starbucks is introducing some delightful new options, including the Iced Apple Crisp Nondairy Cream Chai which is sure to tickle taste buds this season.

But of course, when it comes to Starbucks and pumpkin spice, opinions are as varied as the number of toppings you can get on your drink! Some people are overjoyed by the advanced launch of pumpkin spice season, while others feel it's creeping in a little too early – summer has barely faded after all! Social media is ablaze with discussions about whether a beverage so tied to autumn should pop up when the air still has the heat of summer clinging to it. Love it or hate it, there’s no escaping the Pumpkin Spice phenomenon.

In a recent taste test at a Starbucks in El Paso, a passionate reviewer put the new fall drinks – including the beloved PSL, Apple Crisp Macchiato, and the Pumpkin Cream Chai – to the challenge. Each drink has its unique flavor profile, with spicy notes and hints of sweetness, so there’s something for everyone. The PSL, of course, earned its veteran status among fall beverages, while the newcomer Iced Apple Crisp Nondairy Cream Chai struck a chord with those seeking a refreshing twist on autumn flavors.

Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice season officially kicks off on August 22, so get ready to sip your way into the fall spirit. From the same brand that taught you to buy the seasonal flavors at the first hint of crisp leaves, you might as well hoard a few of those PSLs for the road! Interestingly, the pumpkin spice craze has spiraled far beyond just lattes, influencing everything from candles to breakfast cereals. So whether you grab a PSL or an Apple Crisp Macchiato, you can rest assured that fall is waiting just around the corner!

Did you know that in 2019 alone, Starbucks sold more than 20 million Pumpkin Spice Lattes? That’s enough coffee to fill a swimming pool! As of 2023, the PSL continues to be a cultural icon, influencing countless other brands to jump onto the pumpkin spice bandwagon. It seems the only thing more loved than pumpkin spice at Starbucks is the frenzy it stirs when it returns every year!