The Pumpkin Spice is still at Starbucks but only from late August until early November, which is when the holiday menu begins.
Pumpkin spice items at Starbucks including the Pumpkin Spice Latte are seasonal items and only available during around late August and running until the first week of September.
Starbucks Sprinkles "Pumpkin Pie Spices" on top of the Pumpkin Spice Latte, after they top it with whipped cream.
The pumpkin pie spices that Starbucks tops their PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte's with is a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.
The primary topping of the PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte is whipped cream, then after the whipped cream, a dusting of the pumpkin pie spices are added.
Starbucks PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte uses real pumpkin in the form of pumpkin puree in the pumpkin spice sauce that is used in the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Starbucks began using real pumpkin in their PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe in 2015, by adding it to the syrup along with the other ingredients like steamed milk, nutmeg and cinnamon.
The sauce that is used in Starbucks PSL is made with real pumpkin puree, sugar, condensed milk and natural flavors and the pumpkin used is a specific variety that is called kabocha squash, that is known for it's sweet and nutty flavor.
The ingredients in Starbucks PSL or Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte include.
Pumpkin Pie Spices.
Whipped Cream.
Spices like clove, nutmeg and cinnamon.
Real pumpkin.
Steamed milk.
And Starbucks Signature Espresso.
The reason why Starbucks PSL is so popular is because it's a delicious seasonal drink and also because of the clever marketing and
the creation of a sense of community and scarcity around the PSL as a limited time drink.
Also social media amplification as well as the nostalgic connection to fall and the PSL drink's taste profile also all contribute to it's status as a seasonal cultural event.
The Starbucks PSL drink is only available for a few months each year, which creates an urgency and makes people want to buy it before it's gone for the year.
Starbucks also personified the PSL drink with social media accounts, turning it into a cultural phenomenon that customers then amplified by sharing their experiences with it online.
The PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte is also a symbol of fall and is strongly associated with the fall season and it's released marks the unofficial start of fall for many people.
The flavor of the PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte also evokes positive feelings that are associated with autumn, comfort and nostalgia, which are also all powerful motivators for the purchase of the Pumpkin Spice Latte or PSL.
The PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte is not good for you, although when consumed in moderation, the PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte won't harm your health.
However consuming too many PSL or Pumpkin Spice lattes can lead to weight gain, increased risk of diabetes and other health issues as the PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte is high in sugar and calories.
The spices themselves in the Pumpkin Spice Latte are healthy, but the overall drink is more of a treat than a healthy beverage.
A single large PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte contains around 50 grams of sugar, which is more than the recommended daily intake, especially for women, and the high sugar content also contributes to weight gain and can negatively impact your cardiovascular health.
The large amount of sugar in a PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte also can cause a significant spike in your blood sugar levels.
And so you should consider the PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte as a treat and not a daily staple to your diet.
A PSL at Starbucks is a "Pumpkin Spice Latte".
Starbucks PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte is a seasonal coffee drink that is made with espresso, pumpkin, steamed milk and cinnamon as well as nutmeg.
The Pumpkin Spice Latte at Starbucks is one of Starbucks most popular seasonal beverages and is available hot, iced or even blended and topped with some whipped cream pumpkin pie spices.
The Pumpkin Spice Latte's nickname of "PSL, came from the three letter code that baristas used to write on cups and also stands for pumpkin spice latte.
The ingredients in Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte or PSL include.
Pumpkin Pie Spices.
Whipped Cream.
Spices like clove, nutmeg and cinnamon.
Real pumpkin.
Steamed milk.
And Starbucks Signature Espresso.
The Starbucks PSL or Pumpkin Spice Latte is served either Hot, Iced or Blended.