Just as summer's sunny weather is replaced by autumn showers, the Pumpkin Spiced Latte gears up for its return to our high street. This iconic autumnal drink was actually first introduced by Starbucks in 2004, after rigorous testing, which included the team eating pumpkin pie with espresso to discern which flavours combined well. The team also spent a lot of time on the name, workshopping other ideas like 'Fall Harvest Latte', before finding the one that stuck.
Since then, hundreds of millions of Pumpkin Spice Lattes have been sold worldwide, and the flavouring has been used in everything from crisps to hard seltzer. Now, the PSL is not only a drink but a meme and cultural symbol, and its return is a celebrated event each year. In 2019 alone, US consumers spent around half a billion dollars on the drink, and Forbes has even used the term 'pumpkin spice industrial complex' to describe the phenomenon.
Over the years, the PSL has introduced new friends to the market, including the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, which was a 'roaring success' in the states, according to Starbucks.
For those not in the know, cold brew coffee is made by steeping grounds in cold water, usually overnight. Starbucks commented on the introduction of cold brew coffee to its range: 'We’ve already made great advances in cold coffee innovation, and with a growing number of our customers drinking their coffee iced all year round, we are delighted to introduce a new iced, pumpkin beverage.'
Now, the time has come! Starbucks has announced the release date of its 2025 Pumpkin Spice Latte range, including a UK-exclusive limited edition drink. We’ve got all the details, direct from the source, from what's expected in the range to how much a Pumpkin Spice Latte at Starbucks might cost.
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Starbucks Autumn menu 2025 - UK release date and details
What? Where? When? Discover how to get your hands on a PSL, plus a nifty trick for early access.
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The Pumpkin Spiced Latte will be returning to menus across the country on 4 September 2025. But, if you just can’t wait that long, there’s a hack that’ll see you sipping the frothy pumpkin drink before anyone else. By signing up to its app, Starbucks Rewards, you can get your PSL fix from 28 August.
That’s not all! We now know every little detail about the full Starbucks Autumn menu for 2025. We’ll start with the oldies. Just like years gone by, the range includes the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte, an iced version of the PSL, plus a Frappuccino number - just in case you're not quite ready to make the transition to hot drink weather yet.
And, for the first time ever, Starbucks is treating UK customers to an all-new, UK-exclusive limited edition drink. Joining the Starbucks 2025 Pumpkin Spice menu on 4 September is a Pumpkin Spice Caramel Macchiato, featuring the classic sauce blended with signature espresso, topped with steamed milk, and finished with a caramel drizzle, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves. This new 2025 addition is also available iced.
Revealed: The full Starbucks Autumn 2025 Pumpkin Spice Menu
This is the moment: the full Starbucks PSL menu is out! Discover the new drinks, new food, and old favourites returning for another year of autumn enjoyment.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
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What: Does it need an introduction? Probably not. But we’re here now. This is the OG drink for comfort seekers. Crafted with Starbucks’ signature espresso, combined with the classic pumpkin spice sauce, steamed milk, and topped with whipped cream plus a sprinkling of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and clove. Like last year, you can also get your hands on the iced version.
How much: From £4.90 (hot), £4.95 (iced)
Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino
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What: Frappuccinos are known for their thicker, creamier consistency, which results from the process of blending the coffee with ice. Expect the usual this year: coffee, milk, ice, all blended up and topped with a healthy dose of whipped cream and a sprinkling of spice.
How much: From £5.50
NEW: Pumpkin Spice Caramel Macchiato
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What: Exclusive to the UK range, Starbucks is bringing supercharged pumpkin-flavoured coffee to its macchiato range. Expect espresso blended with Pumpkin Spice flavour, finished with caramel drizzle and a blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and clove. You can also get your hands on an iced version.
How much: From £4.90 (hot), £4.95 (iced)
NEW: Vintage Cheddar Quiche
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What: Joining the autumnal food roster this year are two quiches. Both feature buttery shortcrust and a vintage Cheddar cheese, creme fraiche, and free-range egg filling, though you’ll be able to choose from one topped with dry-cured bacon pieces or another vegetarian version with caramelised balsamic onions and a red Leicester and chive crumb.
How much: From £4.95
NEW: Pork & Maple Bacon Lattice
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What: This is Starbucks’ take on a classic sausage roll. Wrapped up inside a pretty all-butter puff pastry lattice, you’ll find a rich blend of British pork and smoky maple bacon.
How much: From £4.10
NEW: White Chocolate & Cherry Blondie
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What: A classic white chocolate blondie has received a cherry makeover this year. It’s swirled with a sharp and tangy Morello cherry jam, and topped with white chocolate drizzle and freeze-dried cherry pieces
How much: From £2.85
NEW: Blueberry Crumble Croissant Bun
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What: Available in freshly baked stores only, this autumn sees the signature flaky croissant bun stuffed with blueberry compote and topped with an all-butter crumble. They’re baked every day, and hand finished with a dusting of icing sugar and fresh blueberries.
How much: From £3.35
Toffee Apple Muffin
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What: Returning to the menu, the Toffee Apple Muffin offers up an apple sauce filling, a butter crumble topping, vanilla custard frosting, and streaks of caramel drizzle to top it all off.
How much: From £2.90
Pumpkin-Shaped Chocolate Brownie
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What: This one’s for the dark chocolate lovers. Rendered in cute, pumpkin form, this dark chocolate brownie is coated in velvety smooth milk and dark chocolate, complete with colourful marble decoration and chocolate swirls.
How much: From £2.75
Pumpkin Marble Loaf Cake
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What: It’s a classic: aromatic pumpkin spice flavours blended with vanilla and topped with a maple caramel frosting, pumpkin seeds, and caramel.
How much: From £3.05
Everything else you need to know about Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Season 2025
From the taste and health to how to make your own Pumpkin Spice Latte at home, we’re answering all the questions you might have.
When will the Pumpkin Spice Latte be available to buy?
The Pumpkin Spice Latte will arrive in stores on 4 September 2025. However, Starbucks Rewards members can get their PSL fix from 28 August.
How much does a Pumpkin Spice Latte cost?
Prices vary across the country, but customers typically pay between £4.90 and £6.15 for a tall pumpkin spice latte (that’s a small, in case you were wondering).
What does a Pumpkin Spice Latte taste like?
Funnily enough, it doesn’t really taste like pumpkin. Instead, your palate will spot notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove - spices ‘inspired by the pumpkin season’.
Is a Pumpkin Spice Latte bad for you?
Excessive consumption of any food or drink can be bad for you. A PSL combines sugar, caffeine and whipped cream, so while it’s not exactly one of your five a day, but as an occasional treat, it’s just fine.
How many calories are in a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?
It's hard to give an exact measure here as the calories will vary with the size, milk choice and amount of whipped cream you go for. As a rough guide, a grande Pumpkin Spice Latte with whipped cream is around 304 calories.
How can I order a low-calorie Pumpkin Spice Latte?
Forget the whipped cream and order the smallest size available for a quick win, then choose almond milk, and your drink will come to about 210 calories.
Why do people get so angry about Pumpkin Spice Lattes?
Coffee connoisseurs are not big fans of the PSL, with many arguing that the sugary syrup ruins the taste of the coffee. The biggest problem people have with it, however, is its sheer ubiquity. Once it returns each autumn, it seems to take over the internet for a few weeks, and you'll likely spot them all over the UK.
Is there a Pumpkin Spiced Latte recipe I can try at home?
Yes, you can! You'll need:
To make your PSL, first mix the pumpkin puree, spices and coffee in a large mug.
Then, gently heat the milk in a saucepan until steaming and frothy, then pour into the mug and stir. Finally, top with whipped cream (optional), some extra cinnamon and enjoy!
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