Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai – Price, Calories & Review 2026
$5.75 – 200 Calories
$6.45 – 290 Calories
$6.95 – 390 Calories
Fall spice meets chai warmth over ice. The Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai pours chai tea concentrate over ice with oatmilk, then floats a layer of pumpkin cream cold foam on top. It merges the warm spice of chai with the seasonal pumpkin flavor everyone waits for, at $6.45 and 290 calories for a Grande, giving you a unique fall drink that is neither a latte nor a standard chai.
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Quick Facts (2026)
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Drink Type | Iced chai with cold foam |
| Base | Chai tea concentrate + oatmilk |
| Topping | Pumpkin cream cold foam |
| Sizes | Tall, Grande, Venti |
| Caffeine (Grande) | About 95 mg |
| Calories (Grande) | 290 calories |
| Price Range 2026 | $5.75 to $6.95 |
What Is the Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai?
Starbucks Chai Tea Concentrate (black tea infused with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and clove) poured over ice with oatmilk, then topped with a thick layer of pumpkin cream cold foam made from vanilla sweet cream blended with pumpkin spice sauce. The two layers create a visual gradient and a flavor experience that changes as the foam melts into the spiced chai below.
It joined the fall lineup as a newer seasonal offering on the Cold Tea menu, sitting alongside the Iced Chai Latte and the Iced Gingerbread Chai.
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Price 2026 (All Sizes)
| Size | Volume | Price 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Tall | 12 fl oz | $5.75 |
| Grande | 16 fl oz | $6.45 |
| Venti | 24 fl oz | $6.95 |
What Affects Pricing?
- Cold foam topping and seasonal pumpkin sauce create the premium
- Milk swaps for the base are free (oatmilk is default)
- Extra pumpkin cream cold foam may cost extra at some locations
- Adding espresso shots costs about $1.25 each
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Calories by Size
| Size | Calories | Sugar |
|---|---|---|
| Tall (12 oz) | 200 calories | 31 g |
| Grande (16 oz) | 290 calories | 45 g |
| Venti (24 oz) | 390 calories | 60 g |
Most of the calories come from the chai concentrate (which contains sugar) and the pumpkin cream cold foam. Requesting light foam can save about 50-60 calories.
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Nutrition Facts (Grande)
| Nutrient | Amount (Grande) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 290 |
| Total Fat | 8 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 49 g |
| Sugar | 45 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Sodium | 160 mg |
| Caffeine | 95 mg |
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Caffeine Content
| Size | Caffeine |
|---|---|
| Tall | About 65 mg |
| Grande | About 95 mg |
| Venti | About 130 mg |
Caffeine comes entirely from the chai concentrate (black tea). Similar to a standard Iced Chai Latte. Less than coffee-based drinks but enough for an afternoon lift.
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Ingredients
Core Ingredients
- Chai tea concentrate (black tea, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, clove, star anise)
- Oatmilk (default)
- Ice
- Pumpkin cream cold foam (vanilla sweet cream, pumpkin spice sauce)
Allergen Information
Contains DAIRY in the pumpkin cream cold foam (made with heavy cream and vanilla syrup). The oatmilk base is dairy-free but the foam is not. Contains no nuts, eggs, or soy in the standard build. Not fully vegan due to the cold foam.
Flavor Profile and Taste Review
The first sip through the foam layer is pure pumpkin cream: sweet, spiced, velvety. As you drink deeper, the chai spices kick in, and the cinnamon-cardamom of the chai blends seamlessly with the pumpkin-nutmeg of the foam. The oatmilk gives it a naturally creamy body without the heaviness of whole milk. It is like drinking a pumpkin pie and a chai latte at the same time, which sounds chaotic but actually works beautifully because both are built on the same warm spice family.
Who Will Love It
- Chai latte fans looking for a fall twist
- Pumpkin spice lovers who want something beyond the standard PSL
- Oatmilk drinkers (it is the default, no need to customize)
- Anyone wanting a tea-based fall drink under 300 calories
Who Might Not Like It
- People who dislike chai spice (cardamom and clove are prominent)
- Customers who prefer clean, simple drinks (two flavor systems layered)
- Those avoiding dairy entirely (the cold foam contains cream)
How to Order the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai at Starbucks
- Say your size: Tall, Grande, or Venti
- Say “Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai”
- Mention if you want extra or light pumpkin cream foam
- Ask for a lid-off stir if you want the flavors mixed rather than layered
Popular Customizations
- Extra pumpkin foam – Ask for extra cold foam for a creamier experience
- Vanilla syrup add – A pump of vanilla in the chai base sweetens and smooths it
- Light ice – More chai concentrate, stronger spice flavor
- Add espresso shot – For a dirty chai pumpkin cream experience
- Sub 2% milk – If you prefer dairy milk in the base instead of oatmilk
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai vs Other Fall Iced Drinks
| Drink | Calories (Grande) | Caffeine | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai | 290 | 95 mg | $6.45 |
| Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte | 390 | 150 mg | $6.75 |
| Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew | 250 | 185 mg | $5.95 |
| Iced Gingerbread Chai | 260 | 95 mg | $6.25 |
Lighter than the Iced PSL and with a different spice profile thanks to the chai base. The Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is lighter still but relies on coffee instead of chai.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai available all year?
No. It is a seasonal fall drink that launches in late August alongside the Pumpkin Spice Latte and stays available through late fall or until stores run out of pumpkin sauce.
Does the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai have coffee?
No. It is a tea-based drink using chai concentrate. The caffeine comes from the black tea in the chai, not coffee. Add an espresso shot if you want a coffee-chai fusion.
Is the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai vegan?
The chai-and-oatmilk base is vegan, but the pumpkin cream cold foam contains heavy cream and is not vegan. You would need to skip the foam or request a dairy-free alternative foam if available.
Can I get the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai hot?
There is no official hot version. You could order a hot Chai Latte and add pumpkin sauce pumps for a similar flavor, but the cold foam experience does not translate to hot drinks.
What does the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai taste like?
Like a pumpkin pie and a chai latte had a baby. Warm baking spices from both the chai and the pumpkin combine into a layered, complex fall drink. The oatmilk keeps it creamy but not heavy, and the foam on top adds a sweet, velvety pumpkin layer.
