What are the ingredients in Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

One of the most consumed Starbucks lattes, especially during the fall season, is the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte. So, what are the ingredients in Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

The Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte is prepared with steamed 2% milk, Starbucks brewed Signature espresso, pumpkin sauce, pumpkin spice, and whipped cream. One of my favorite comfort drinks during the fall is the Starbucks PSL. My sister introduced me to this seasonal drink when I was still in high school, and since then, we have made it our tradition to usher in every Fall Season together with warm cups of Starbucks PSL and freshly baked croissants.

If you have never tried this latte and want to know the ingredients used, stick around. From this article, you’ll also learn what this latte tastes like, how to prepare it at home, its caffeine content, and so much more, so keep reading.

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What is in Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

The standard Starbucks PSL has milk, pumpkin sauce, brewed Signature espresso, whipped cream, and pumpkin spice topping. The milk used in this latte is 2% milk, but a customer can request any other kind and customize its temperature.

The Starbucks pumpkin sauce (also called pumpkin syrup) used has condensed skim milk, anatto, salt, preservative (potassium sorbate), sugar, less than 2% of fruit and vegetable juice (for color), natural flavors, and pumpkin puree.

The Starbucks pumpkin spice topping has cinnamon, cloves, sulfating agents, ginger, and nutmeg. Starbucks whipped cream is made with mono and diglycerides, vanilla syrup, cream, and carrageenan.

If you’re allergic to any of the mentioned ingredients, especially dairy and spices, it is wise to avoid the Starbucks PSL.

How many pumps of syrup are in a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

What is in a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

The number of pumpkin syrup pumps used in the Starbucks PSL depends on the latte size. The short size has two pumps, the tall has three pumps, the Grande has four pumps, and the venti has five pumps. A customer can also ask for more or less pumpkin syrup pumps in her latte.

How can I make Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte at home?

To recreate the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte at home, you’ll need the following;

Three tablespoons of pumpkin sauce
One ¼ cup of hot or steamed milk
¼ teaspoon of pumpkin spice
Two espresso shots
Whipped cream

To prepare the latte, combine the steamed or hot milk, pumpkin sauce, and espresso shots in a cup and mix thoroughly. Then top the latte with a generous amount of whipped cream and sprinkle pumpkin spice on top. This recipe yields one serving of 16fl oz.

If you don’t have whipped cream, you can make one by simply whisking heavy cream and vanilla syrup. Whip for around 50 seconds until the cream is soft, and be careful not to overwhip. You can use whatever milk you prefer at the temperature of your liking and any espresso roast you want.

To prepare homemade pumpkin spice, thoroughly mix 1/8 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon of ground cloves, and ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger.

You can tweak the amount of these ingredients to get the number of servings you want.

What does Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte taste like?

The Starbucks PSL is sweet, rich, and creamy, with warm and spicy notes of cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Contrary to the name suggests, this latte does not taste like pumpkin. The taste of pumpkin from the pumpkin sauce is overpowered by the spicy and warm taste of the pumpkin spice. Although some find this latte perfectly sweet, some say it is too sweet. It is therefore advised to try the latte yourself to find out if you like it. Remember that taste is subjective.

How can I order the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

You can order the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte in-store, in any Starbucks store, or online on the Starbucks app or the website. In-store, request your barista for a “Pumpkin Spice Latte,” mention the drink’s size, the kind of milk you prefer, the number of espresso shots you’d like and their roast, and finally, the number of pumpkin sauce pumps. You’ll be served the standard Starbucks PSL if you don’t make any modifications.

To order online, log into the Starbucks app or website, proceed to the menu, choose “Hot Coffees,” then scroll down to “Lattes,” and select “Pumpkin Spice Latte.” Choose the size of your drink and navigate to “Customizations” select the kind of milk you want under the “Milk” section and select the number of pumpkin sauce pumps under the “Flavours” section.

Under “Toppings,” choose the amount of pumpkin spice and whipped cream topping you want, and under the “Espresso & Shots options,” select the roast type and the number of espresso shots you prefer, then place your order.

FAQ SECTION

Is the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte sweet?

The Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte is sweet thanks to the whipped cream used to garnish the beverage.

How much is the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

The price of the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte varies depending on the size of the beverage, the modifications made to the drink, and the location of the Starbucks store. However, a Grande PSL typically costs between $5.45 and $5.95.

How much caffeine is in Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

The amount of caffeine in the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte depends on the number of espresso shots used to prepare the beverage. The standard Starbucks PSL has one espresso shot in the short and tall size, which is 75mg of caffeine, and two espresso shots in the Grande and venti sizes which translates to 150mg of caffeine.

What are the nutritional values of the Starbucks PSL?

The nutritional values of the Grande Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte are; 390 calories, 14g of total fat, 0.5mg of trans fat, 9g of saturated fat, 50mg of cholesterol, 230mg of sodium, 52g of total carbs, 0g of dietary fiber, 50g of sugar and 14g of protein. These values will vary depending on the latte’s size and the customizations made to the drink.