Pumpkin spice-flavored offerings make their debut across foodservice and retail.
Starbucks has launched its fall beverage line with three returning menu items. Drink options include the pumpkin spice latte, the pumpkin cream cold brew and the iced pumpkin cream chai.
Califia Farms has brought back its plant-based pumpkin spice beverage lineup. Products include pumpkin spice almond creamer, made from almond milk, pumpkin puree and cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg spices; pumpkin spice almond latte, with coffee, almond milk, pumpkin puree and the same spice blend; and pumpkin spice oat barista blend, an easily steamed or frothed addition to create seasonal lattes.
“Our latest festive flavors give consumers the opportunity to recreate trending, seasonal coffee drinks for a café-quality experience at home,” said Suzanne Ginestro, chief marketing officer of Califia Farms.
Krispy Kreme has entered into the pumpkin spice arena with two returning offerings. The pumpkin spice cake donut combines a glazed, old fashioned cake donut with pumpkin spice flavors. The pumpkin spice latte infuses pumpkin spice flavor notes into the Krispy Kreme latte format, with hot, iced and frozen varieties.
Good Foods, a better-for-you dip brand, has debuted a pumpkin spice dairy spread as one of its first-ever limited-edition products. The dip mixes pumpkin, Greek yogurt and cream cheese with a blend of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Good Foods said the product is designed for applications like being spread on crostini, mixed into baked foods or used with fresh fruits.
“These new seasonal dips mark Good Foods’ first venture into limited-edition products, showcasing our consumer-centric commitment to innovation and quality,” said Shannon Maher, chief growth officer at Good Foods.
The pumpkin spice flavor has returned to Dunkin’ with the pumpkin spice signature latte. The beverage, served hot or iced, features espresso and milk blended with fall spices and topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle and cinnamon sugar.
Dunkin’ also has added almond spice coffee to the fall drink lineup. The item is made with Dunkin’ original blend coffee and almond milk and delivers pumpkin and toasted almond flavor notes, according to the company.
Thomas’ has launched its pumpkin spice portfolio with pumpkin spice bagels and English muffins. Both offerings are formulated with pumpkin puree, along with zero high-fructose corn syrup. The limited-edition products are available through Nov. 2.
Plant-based milk maker Malk Organics has launched a pumpkin spice variety of its almond beverage. The clean label product is formulated from filtered water, organic pumpkin puree, almonds and coconut sugar, vanilla extract, Himalayan pink salt and a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and clove extracts.
“With the popularity of the pumpkin spice flavor profile, we wanted to offer consumers a healthier way to enjoy their favorite fall beverages,” said Jason Bronstad, chief executive officer of Malk. “We have meticulously crafted a pumpkin spice SKU featuring the cleanest ingredients without compromising on delicious flavor.”
Chosen Foods, a manufacturer of avocado oils, has unveiled its first-ever pumpkin spice olive oil. The product combines Chosen Foods’ 100% avocado oil with a blend of fall spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and ginger.
The oil is designed to be an addition to fall recipes, like cakes, cookies, bread, stir-frys and soups, according to the company.
Convenience chain 7-Eleven, Inc. has introduced several pumpkin-flavored drinks. The company has developed a new pumpkin spice-flavored cold brew variety, and both pumpkin spice coffee and pumpkin spice lattes are returning to stores.
The chain also is launching a pumpkin spice-flavored Slurpee for a limited-time at five select stores across the United States.
“7-Eleven customers are huge pumpkin spice fans, so we’re always looking for reasons to bring out the pumpkins a bit early and delight customers with new creations,” said Dennis Phelps, senior vice president of merchandising (vault & proprietary beverages) at 7-Eleven.
Mochi ice cream company Bubbies Ice Cream has brought back its pumpkin spice mochi ice cream. The better-for-you frozen product features ice cream wrapped in mochi dough, with 90 calories per serving.
“This crowd favorite has earned its reputation, and we’re delighted to help our fans celebrate the season with a deliciously unique treat that delivers the cozy and nostalgic flavors of fall,” said Katie Cline, vice president of marketing at Bubbies Ice Cream.
Chobani has debuted two new pumpkin spice products: Pumpkin Spice Greek Yogurt Drink and Pumpkin Spice Barista Oatmilk. The yogurt drink features the seasonal spice’s flavors in a convenient 7-oz format for on-the-go enjoyment, and the oat milk offers an easy way to add fall flavor notes to existing beverages.
The company also is re-releasing several seasonal offerings, including pumpkin spice Greek yogurt, zero sugar pumpkin spice yogurt, pumpkin spice coffee creamer and La Colombe’s pumpkin spice latte.
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