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Pumpkin Spice Latte: The Iconic Taste of Fall

Pumpkin Spice Latte

$6.15 -210 Calories

$6.25 – 300 Calories

$6.65 – 390 Calories

$7.25 – 470 Calories

The Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) is hands-down the most iconic and beloved seasonal drink in Starbucks history—a true cultural phenomenon that kicks off fall vibes for millions every year.
Introduced over two decades ago, this cult favorite blends our bold Starbucks® Signature Espresso Roast with steamed milk and a cozy pumpkin spice sauce made with real pumpkin, layered with warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove. It’s topped with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a dusting of pumpkin pie spices for that signature finish.
Often called a “hug in a mug,” the PSL delivers rich, creamy sweetness with just the right spicy warmth—comforting, nostalgic, and perfectly balanced to make every sip feel like the best part of autumn. Whether hot, iced, or blended into a Frappuccino®, it’s the drink that defines the season and keeps fans counting down the days until its return (typically late August, while supplies last!).
Pro tip: Customize it your way—try it with oatmilk for a dairy-free twist, extra spice topping, or go for the lighter Blonde Espresso if you want the pumpkin flavors to pop even more. It’s the ultimate fall essential!

What’s Included In It?

  • Short (8 fl oz): 1 Shot Signature Espresso, 2 Pumps Pumpkin Spice Sauce, Steamed 2% Milk, Whipped Cream, Pumpkin Spice Topping.
  • Tall (12 fl oz): 1 Shot Signature Espresso, 3 Pumps Pumpkin Spice Sauce, Steamed 2% Milk, Whipped Cream, Pumpkin Spice Topping.
  • Grande (16 fl oz): 2 Shots Signature Espresso, 4 Pumps Pumpkin Spice Sauce, Steamed 2% Milk, Whipped Cream, Pumpkin Spice Topping.
  • Venti (20 fl oz): 2 Shots Signature Espresso, 5 Pumps Pumpkin Spice Sauce, Steamed 2% Milk, Whipped Cream, Pumpkin Spice Topping.

Nutrition & Calories Insights Table

NutrientAmount per Short (8 oz)% Daily Value
Calories21011%
Total Fat9g12%
Sodium120mg5%
Total Carbohydrates26g9%
Sugars25g50%
Protein7g14%
NutrientAmount per Tall (12 oz)% Daily Value
Calories30015%
Total Fat11g14%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrates40g15%
Sugars38g76%
Protein11g22%
NutrientAmount per Grande (16 oz)% Daily Value
Calories39020%
Total Fat14g18%
Sodium240mg10%
Total Carbohydrates52g19%
Sugars50g100%
Protein14g28%
NutrientAmount per Venti (20 oz)% Daily Value
Calories47024%
Total Fat16g21%
Sodium300mg13%
Total Carbohydrates66g24%
Sugars63g126%
Protein18g36%

What Are The Customization options Available In Pumpkin Spice Latte

  • 2% Milk
  • Almond
  • Coconut
  • Breve (Half & Half)
  • Heavy Cream
  • Nonfat Milk
  • Oatmilk
  • Protein-boosted Milk
  • Soy
  • Nondairy Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • Whole Milk
  • Whipped Cream
  • Extra Whipped Cream
  • Light Whipped Cream
  • No Whipped Cream
  • Cinnamon Powder
  • Nutmeg Powder
  • Salted Brown–Buttery Topping
  • Extra Salted Brown Butter Topping
  • Light Salted Brown–Buttery Topping
  • No Salted Brown–Buttery Topping
  • Caramel Brulée Topping
  • Caramel Crunch Topping
  • Cinnamon Dolce Sprinkles
  • Cookie Crumble Topping
  • Chocolate Curls Topping
  • Pumpkin Spice Topping
  • Red & Green Sprinkle Topping
  • Caramel Drizzle
  • Mocha Drizzle
  • Nondairy Brown Sugar Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Gingerbread Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Matcha Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Peppermint Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Salted Caramel Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Strawberry Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Sugar Cookie Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam
  • Banana Protein Cold Foam
  • Brown Sugar Protein Cold Foam
  • Caramel Brulée Protein Cold Foam
  • Chocolate Protein Cold Foam
  • Gingerbread Protein Cold Foam
  • Matcha Protein Cold Foam
  • Peppermint Chocolate Protein Cold Foam
  • Pistachio Protein Cold Foam
  • Salted Caramel Protein Cold Foam
  • Sugar Cookie Protein Cold Foam
  • Vanilla Protein Cold Foam
  • Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Extra Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Light Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • No Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Banana Cream Cold Foam
  • Brown Sugar Cream Cold Foam
  • Caramel Brulée Cream Cold Foam
  • Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam
  • Gingerbread Cream Cold Foam
  • Matcha Cream Cold Foam
  • Peppermint Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Pistachio Cream Cold Foam
  • Salted Caramel Cream Cold Foam
  • Strawberry Cream Cold Foam
  • Sugar Cookie Cream Cold Foam
  • None
  • No water – Prepared with 2% Milk
  • No water – Prepared with Almondmilk
  • No water – Prepared with Coconutmilk
  • No water – Prepared with Cream (Half & Half)
  • No water – Prepared with Heavy Cream
  • No water – Prepared with Nonfat Milk
  • No water – Prepared with Oatmilk
  • No water – Prepared with Soymilk
  • No water – Prepared with Nondairy Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • No water – Prepared with Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • No water – Prepared with Whole Milk
  • Pistachio Sauce
  • Caramel Brulée Sauce
  • Dark Caramel Sauce
  • Mocha Sauce
  • White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
  • Brown Sugar Syrup
  • Caramel Syrup
  • Sugar-Free Caramel Syrup
  • Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
  • Gingerbread Syrup
  • Hazelnut Syrup
  • Peppermint Syrup
  • Sugar Cookie Syrup
  • Sugar-Free Vanilla Syrup
  • Vanilla Syrup
  • Vanilla Bean Powder scoops
  • Add Shots
  • None
  • Blonde Espresso
  • Signature Espresso
  • 1/2 Decaf
  • Decaf Espresso Roast
  • 1/3 Decaf
  • 2/3 Decaf
  • None
  • Ristretto
  • Long Shot
  • None
  • Upside Down
  • None
  • Line the Cup with Caramel Sauce
  • Line the Cup with Mocha Sauce
  • Ice
  • Extra Ice
  • Light Ice
  • No Ice
  • Pistachio Sauce
  • Matcha Powder scoops
  • Classic Syrup
  • Honey Blend Syrup
  • Honey
  • Sugar In The Raw®
  • Splenda®
  • Stevia in the Raw®
  • Sugar
  • Personal Cup
  • None
  • Short Cup
  • Tall Cup
  • Grande Cup
  • Venti Cup

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Since 2015, the iconic Pumpkin Spice Sauce has included real pumpkin purée as one of its main ingredients, blended with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and clove. That authentic pumpkin flavor is the real deal—not just artificial flavoring!

No, the standard Pumpkin Spice Latte is not vegan. Even if you swap the steamed milk for a plant-based option like Oatmilk, Almondmilk, or Soymilk, the Pumpkin Spice Sauce contains condensed skim milk (a dairy ingredient). This makes the sauce itself non-vegan, so the whole drink isn’t suitable for a vegan diet. Check Starbucks’ latest ingredient info or ask your barista for the most current details.

The PSL is a true seasonal fall favorite! It typically makes its grand return in late August (sometimes even earlier in some markets) and stays on the menu through the end of autumn—usually into November or December, or while supplies last. Availability can vary slightly by location, so check the Starbucks app for your local timing.

Absolutely! Order a Pumpkin Spice Crème (also called a Pumpkin Spice Steamer or non-coffee version). It keeps all the same delicious Pumpkin Spice Sauce, steamed milk, whipped cream, and pumpkin spice topping—but skips the espresso shots entirely and uses extra steamed milk instead. It’s the perfect cozy, caffeine-free alternative.

A Grande (16 oz) Pumpkin Spice Latte contains about 150 mg of caffeine, coming from the two shots of Starbucks® Signature Espresso Roast. (That’s the same amount as a standard Grande Latte or Cappuccino.) Want less? Ask for one shot, or go decaf!

Yes—several easy customizations can lighten it up without losing the fall magic:

  • Skip the whipped cream (saves ~70–100 calories depending on size).
  • Swap 2% milk for Nonfat milk (or a lower-calorie non-dairy like Almondmilk).
  • Ask for fewer pumps of Pumpkin Spice Sauce (e.g., “light pumpkin spice” or specify 2–3 pumps instead of the standard 4 in a Grande).
  • Go for a Tall size instead of Grande or Venti.

These tweaks keep the cozy pumpkin spice flavor while cutting calories significantly—many fans order it “skinny” this way all season long!

Pro tip: For the ultimate fall vibe, try it hot with extra pumpkin spice topping on the whipped cream, or iced for a refreshing twist. The PSL is the drink that makes fall feel official—enjoy it while it’s here!

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