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Around the end of August, I start spotting pumpkin drinks on menus and grocery shelves, and that is usually when fall starts feeling real.
Pumpkin coffee season feels like its own holiday to me!
I always end up trying more pumpkin drinks than I should, so I narrowed this list down to 10 favorites.
These are the ones I keep coming back to once the season starts.
10 Best Dunkin Pumpkin drinks you need to try
Dunkin rolls out the fall menu at the end of August, and these signature pumpkin drinks are available until the winter menu becomes available (typically in November).
Dunkin usually changes the fall lineup a little each year, so it rarely looks exactly the same twice.
The 2023 fall menu had some additions , and I usually expect Dunkin to keep tweaking the fall lineup from one season to the next.
These are the Dunkin pumpkin drinks I keep reaching for this fall:
1. Pumpkin Swirl Frozen Coffee
The first time I tried this, I got why people get attached to it so quickly.
The Dunkin Pumpkin Swirl Frozen Coffee is one (if not THE) best frozen coffee drink I’ve ever had.
It is a pretty sweet drink, with 89 grams of added sugar, so I treat it like an occasional dessert rather than an everyday coffee. It is made by adding Pumpkin Swirl to frozen coffee.
I often ask for half the usual serving of Pumpkin Swirl so I still get the flavor without the drink turning overly sweet.
2. Iced Pumpkin Chai Latte
Pumpkin and chai work better together than I expected the first time I tried them. Chai brings the spice, and pumpkin adds a softer, earthy sweetness.
The Iced Pumpkin Chai Latte keeps that spice up front while the pumpkin smooths everything out instead of burying the chai.
It’s sweet, spicy, smooth, and creamy – and on ice, it’s perfect for warmer autumn days.
This is usually what I order when I want a fall drink but not coffee.
3. Green Tea Blood Orange Dunkin’ Refresher
Okay, there is not actually any pumpkin swirl in this one, but I still think it belongs here.
The Green Tea Blood Orange Refresher gives me fall vibes in a brighter, less pumpkin-heavy way.
The citrus blood orange flavor is balanced out with subtle notes of fall spices, including cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
The citrus works well with the green tea base, which keeps the flavor lighter and cleaner than the pumpkin drinks above.
Barista HQ Tip
- Ask for whipped cream topping for a spicy orangecicle-like drink.
4. Coconut Milk Blood Orange Dunkin’ Refresher
Another non-pumpkin option on the fall menu is the Coconut Milk Blood Orange Refresher.
It is the same drink as the Green Tea Refresher, just built on a coconut milk base.
I prefer this one to the Green Tea option, as the coconut milk adds a certain creamy, nutty taste that I feel balances out the sharpness of the blood-orange citrus.
Unlike the pumpkin swirl drinks, this one is a non-dairy option that works more easily for a vegan order.
5. Dunkin’ Pumpkin Spice Keurig Pods (K Cups)
That convenience is part of why I reach for the Dunkin pumpkin K-Cups at home.
I just pop one into my Keurig and have a cup ready in less than a minute, which works especially well when I am settling in for Halloween movies.
No Keurig? Dunkin still has plenty of ways to get the pumpkin flavor.
It’s also possible to buy pumpkin pie-flavored coffee grounds to use with a classic drip coffee maker.
6. Pumpkin Chai Latte
The hot Pumpkin Chai Latte is just as good to me.
It feels a little sweeter and creamier hot, which makes it a better slow-sipping drink on a chilly afternoon.
Served hot, it just tastes a bit more ‘cozy’, really bringing out all the flavors.
7. Signature Pumpkin Spice Latte
I am going to be blunt: Dunkin's Signature Pumpkin Spice Latte is the one I come back to most often.
It is sweeter than the Starbucks version I am used to, but it scratches the same pumpkin-latte itch and usually costs less.
The taste of bold espresso paired with the aroma of pumpkin is just chef’s kiss perfect.
The whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and cinnamon sugar push it firmly into dessert territory.
8. Iced Signature Pumpkin Spice Latte
The same drink is also available iced, which is what I order when fall still feels warm or when I want something colder than the hot latte.
Simply ask the barista to make the Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte iced.
The iced latte comes with whipped cream and caramel drizzle, though I usually skip the drizzle because it is already sweet enough for me.
9. Nutty Pumpkin Coffee (Hot Or Iced)
I had been waiting for Dunkin to combine pumpkin and hazelnut in one drink, so the Nutty Pumpkin Coffee caught my attention right away.
Pumpkin and hazelnut are two flavors I already like together, so this one made sense immediately.
This drink uses DD’s original blend with pumpkin spice swirl, hazelnut flavor shot, and cream.
It can be ordered hot or as an iced coffee, and I’m going to give you my GOAT breakfast combo: try it with the Maple Sugar Bacon Breakfast Sandwich with a fried egg during Dunkin’s breakfast hours.
Barista HQ Tip
- Ask for it topped with Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam.
10. Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
The Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is the last drink on this list, but it is one I would not skip.
In all my years of sipping coffee, this cold brew is the creamiest I’ve come across.
It is sweetened with brown sugar and autumn spices, then topped with pumpkin cream cold foam, a cinnamon sugar dusting, and an optional caramel drizzle. The cold brew still gives it some bite under the foam, so it does not drink like a dessert.
Tips on ordering Pumpkin drinks at Dunkin Donuts
I usually order through the Dunkin Donuts app and pick up in store.
The app makes it easy to customize each drink to what I actually want.
FAQs
Does Dunkin have a pumpkin flavor all year?
Dunkin does not usually keep pumpkin flavor around all year, so I only expect it to show up seasonally.
When does Dunkin release fall drinks?
In recent years, the fall drinks have usually shown up around mid-August.
What kind of pumpkin flavoring does Dunkin Donuts use?
Dunkin describes the pumpkin flavoring as a blend that includes condensed milk and fall spices like clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
How much are pumpkin drinks at Dunkin?
Most pumpkin drinks at Dunkin seem to land around $3 to $4, though the exact price depends on size and location.
Is Starbucks or Dunkin Pumpkin drinks better?
When I compare Dunkin and Starbucks, both do seasonal pumpkin drinks well. On price, though, Dunkin usually has the edge.
Conclusion
I go through a pumpkin-drink phase every fall, and Dunkin gives me enough options to keep it interesting.
My personal favorite is the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte, but the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is the one I reach for when I want a stronger coffee base.
Other popular picks include the Pumpkin Chai Latte, Pumpkin Swirl Frozen Coffee, and the Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte.
They all lean sweet and spiced, just with different levels of coffee, cream, and topping.
