Starbucks’ U.S. fall menu began Aug. 25, 2026, with the Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso among its new drinks. It combines Blonde Espresso, brown sugar syrup and cinnamon over ice with oatmilk and pumpkin cream cold foam. Starbucks describes the finish as sweet and creamy; that is the company’s description, not an independent taste test.
What is the new Starbucks fall drink?
The Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso is one of three new pumpkin drinks Starbucks announced for its 2026 fall menu. It is an iced espresso drink topped with pumpkin cream cold foam—not a pumpkin latte or chai. Starbucks’ featured-menu page describes it as Blonde Espresso with brown sugar and cinnamon notes, layered with oatmilk and pumpkin cream cold foam.
Starbucks announced the U.S. seasonal menu on Aug. 24, with the launch set for Aug. 25. In an Aug. 28 report, the company said Aug. 25 was its strongest fall launch day across the U.S. and Canada in its history, and that fall beverages were rolling out to more than 85 markets worldwide. Those are company-reported milestones; Starbucks did not give a sales total. Starbucks’ launch report
What’s in the Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso?
- Starbucks Blonde Espresso
- Brown sugar syrup and cinnamon
- Ice and oatmilk
- Pumpkin cream cold foam
The ingredients and flavor description come from Starbucks’ Aug. 24 fall-menu announcement and its featured fall menu. The available descriptions do not establish a reviewer’s taste impressions, nor do the cited sources state the drink’s price, calories, caffeine or sugar.
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How it compares with Starbucks’ other pumpkin drinks
| Drink | Base and format | Pumpkin or seasonal element |
|---|---|---|
| Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso | Blonde Espresso, shaken and served over ice with oatmilk | Pumpkin cream cold foam |
| Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha | Iced matcha | Pumpkin cream cold foam |
| Pumpkin Spice Chai | Black tea with cinnamon and warming spices; steamed milk | Sweet pumpkin sauce and pumpkin spice topping |
| Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew | Cold brew with vanilla syrup | Pumpkin cream cold foam |
| Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai | Iced black tea with cinnamon and other spices, plus milk | Pumpkin cream cold foam |
| Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) | Seasonal latte | Pumpkin Spice Latte; further ingredient detail is not stated in the cited announcement |
The first two drinks share pumpkin cold foam but use different bases: espresso in the shaken espresso and matcha in the matcha. The Pumpkin Spice Chai centers on spiced black tea and pumpkin sauce, while the returning cold brew and iced chai use pumpkin cream cold foam. The PSL also returned for the season. Starbucks’ announcement describes these launch-day options; it does not provide comparable nutrition, caffeine or pricing figures.
What joined the fall menu later?
Starbucks announced a second wave for Sept. 29: the Aerocano and three Mini Pies. The Aerocano is an iced-Americano-style drink made with air-whipped Blonde Espresso and light foam. The pies are Apple Crumble, Pecan and Pumpkin. These were later additions, not items listed as part of the Aug. 25 launch. Starbucks’ Sept. 29 lineup announcement
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- PERFECTLY DELICIOUS: Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Flavored Cold Brew Concentrate is a cozy fall coffee that comes to life with notes of pumpkin, cinnamon and nutmeg that are perfect for the crisp days to come
- IT'S EASY: We've cold-steeped our custom blend of coffee into this rich liquid concentrate, so all you have to do is pour concentrate over ice and add water to craft your very own Starbucks iced coffee beverage
- PERFECT FOR FALL RECIPES: With Starbucks seasonal coffees like Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Flavored Cold Brew Concentrate, you can make comforting recipes that fill your cup, delight your taste buds and awe your friends
Is the drink available at every Starbucks?
Starbucks’ featured menu includes the Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso, but seasonal listings and store availability can change. The company’s announcement of a U.S. launch and rollout across more than 85 markets does not establish that the drink is available at every location or specify an end date. Check the menu in the Starbucks app or with your local store for current availability.
For the season’s broader U.S. announcement, Starbucks global chief brand officer Tressie Lieberman said: “Whether you’re enjoying your first PSL of the year or discovering a new seasonal favorite, there’s nothing like feeling the joy of fall in our coffeehouses.” The remark appeared in Starbucks’ Aug. 28 announcement and is promotional language. Read the company’s announcement
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