Though pumpkins might not be quite ready yet, I couldn’t resist updating my recipe for the perfect, most elevated gourmet pumpkin spice latte. Loyal readers will remember my version from last year in my substack newsletter, and if you have homemade pumpkin puree, now’s the time to use it. (For those of you who froze batches last year, you’re truly the organized ones!) But for the rest of us, a good-quality organic canned pumpkin puree works just fine.

Whatever you do, resist the urge to grab a PSL from a big coffee chain. With just a little effort you can whip up the most delicious version at home. Not only will it cost less, but you’ll have fresh, gourmet PSLs (that don’t taste of chemicals) to enjoy all week long!

You can make all the elements below or simply select just one. I’ve included recipes for pumpkin spice, from scratch, pumpkin spice syrup, pumpkin spice creamer and pumpkin cold foam. All four together are something quite special, but if I had to recommend just one, I’d say go for the creamer.

The ingredients you’ll need are

Espresso (or cold brew if you fancy an iced version) 

Milk 

Ice 

2-3 tsp pumpkin creamer 

1 tsp pumpkin spice syrup

Pumpkin spice cold foam (optional, but incredible) 

Cold foam

3-4 tablespoons whipping (double) cream

1-2 tsp whole milk

1 tsp pure maple syrup or pumpkin spice syrup 

A pinch of pumpkin spice 

1 pinch salt

In a small bowl or jar, combine the heavy cream, milk, syrup, spice and salt. Stir. Next, froth the mixture using a handheld milk frother or whisk until it becomes light and airy.