Emily Stone ’19 and Caroline Donohue ’19
As the fall season rolls around, the colors of the trees isn’t the only thing changing. Each season Starbucks, a global coffee company, comes out with new drinks and festive cups. This fall, Starbucks has 11 seasonal drinks, all ranging in spice, flavor and cost. The Westport Starbucks on the Saugatuck River has these new fall drinks: Pumpkin Spice Latte, Maple Pecan Latte, Pumpkin Latte, Salted Caramel Mocha, Cinnamon Almond Milk Macchiato, Maple Pecan Frappucino, Maple Pecan Creme Frappuccino, Pumpkin Frappuccino, Pumpkin Spice Cream Frappuccino, Salted Caramel Mocha Frappuccino, and Salted Caramel Mocha Creme Frappuccino. Here’s a breakdown of each drink that can be found locally.
Pumpkin Spice Latte: Being one of the most famous, the Pumpkin Spice Latte is bold with flavor. This latte is filled with spices such as cinnamon, pumpkin and nutmeg creating the perfect fall taste. Cost: $4.25 (all prices are for smallest size drink).
Maple Pecan Latte: This latte is a blend of maple and sweet flavors, topped with red, yellow, and orange colored sprinkles. Not everyone will love this drink, however; the Maple Pecan Latte is a drink for customers with a sweet tooth. Cost: $4.25
Pumpkin Latte: This drink is similar to the Pumpkin Spice Latte, but with a less intense combination of flavors of spice and a stronger pumpkin taste. It is topped with whipped cream and spices, essential for those who love pumpkin flavor. Cost: $4.25
Salted Caramel Mocha: The Salted Caramel Mocha blends a swirl of caramel with a mocha (chocolate) base. Whether you’ve had mochas before or you’re entering the world of coffee, this drink is a sweet start. Although it differs from your average mocha, if you enjoy coffee with added flavors, this cup is for you. Cost: $4.25
Cinnamon Almond Milk Macchiato: This drink is a combination of cinnamon flavors and a creamy milk base. This drink is perfect for those who are dairy-free and enjoy a warm tea-like beverage. Cost: $4.25
Maple Pecan Frappucino: This drink is loaded. Following the foundation of the Maple Pecan Latte, this frappuccino is coffee based, with . Although all the sweet ingredients may appear overpowering, the coffee balances out the extra flavors to create a well-balanced taste. Cost: $4.45
Maple Pecan Creme Frappuccino: Similar to the Maple Pecan Latte, this frappuccino is the perfect blend of sugary maple and brown butter with cold milk. Topped with whipped cream and sprinkles, it is a sweet yet savory drink. Cost: $4.45
Pumpkin Frappuccino: Again, the Pumpkin Frappuccino follows the basics of the Pumpkin Latte, producing an almost identical taste. The Pumpkin Latte flavor that the Pumpkin Frappuccino mimics is solely pumpkin, with less balance, while the Pumpkin Spice flavor includes additional spices to tame the powerful pumpkin flavoring. Cost: $4.45
Pumpkin Spice Cream Frappuccino: This drink was made for pumpkin lovers, with a mix of autumn spices, a strong pumpkin flavor and cold milk. Cost: $4.45
Salted Caramel Mocha Frappuccino: A sweet blend of toffee nut syrup and mocha sauce with ice, creates this delicious mocha frappe. It is topped with whipped cream, caramel, and sugar and salt for an extra finishing flavor.
Cost: $4.45
Salted Caramel Mocha Creme Frappuccino: This sweet and salty drink is ideal for the holiday season, blended with toffee nut syrup and mocha, and topped with whipped cream and caramel.. Cost: $4.45
Those are the 11 Starbucks drinks that are designed for the new fall season! The Starbucks autumn drinks are definitely something Staples students look forward to all year. “The PSL is my favorite, because it tastes amazing, is perfect for fall and is definitely worth the money.” Jackie Zinn ’20. If you love fall spices such as cinnamon, pumpkin, maple pecan and caramel, or just looking for something sweet, explore your options a find right drink for you and visit any Starbucks for a tasty treat!
