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Here’s how to make pumpkin spice coffee: 4 ways! Add syrup to your drip coffee, make iced coffee, or make a pumpkin spice latte.
Are you a pumpkin spice lover? Then let me introduce you to four ways to make the very best pumpkin spice coffee! Whether you like hot coffee or iced, lattes or black, I’ve got a recipe for you.
The most basic way, I think? Make pumpkin spice syrup and drizzle it into your drip coffee; simple, easy, and fun! But if you’re more of a pumpkin spice latte fan, I get it. I’ve got recipes for that, and iced coffee to boot.
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Coffee: 4 Ways!
There are lots of ways to make pumpkin spice coffee, depending on what you’re looking for. The easiest way is to drizzle a little syrup into your drip coffee. But you can also add pumpkin spice to the grounds, or make a tasty latte! Here are the four basic ways I like to make pumpkin spice coffee:
- Pumpkin Spice Coffee: Hot drip coffee plus pumpkin spice syrup
- Iced Coffee: Homemade spice mix, drip coffee, milk and ice
- Pumpkin Spice Latte: This hot pumpkin spice latte uses espresso, pumpkin spices, pumpkin puree, and milk
- Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte: A cold iced pumpkin spice latte uses the same ingredients served over ice
Making Pumpkin Spice Syrup
For the basic pumpkin spice coffee, you’ll need a homemade pumpkin spice syrup. This is a great method because you end up with a jar of syrup that works for lots of drinks! Here’s what you’ll need for the syrup:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
Simmer the ingredients for about 2 minutes until they dissolve, then strain them through a fine-mesh strainer. Refrigerate until ready to use. This recipe makes a big batch you can use for about 12 drinks!
Drip Coffee Methods
If you’re making pumpkin spice coffee or iced coffee, you’ll need a great, hot cup of joe. Of course, you can use any coffee-making method you like, including an electric coffee maker! But here are a few methods I think make a better pot of coffee:
- Chemex: This is my top method for delicious pour-over coffee.
- French Press: This French Press Coffee is also top quality and makes a great cup.
- Moka Pot: Moka Pot Coffee falls somewhere between drip coffee and espresso; it’s very strong but pairs well with pumpkin spices.
Make It a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Do you love a good pumpkin spice latte? This drink is a different way to enjoy pumpkin spices. It uses espresso, milk, and both pumpkin spices and real pumpkin puree. You can also make an iced pumpkin spice latte, which I like even better!
They’re similar to the Starbucks drinks, but made like a classic cafe latte. For these options, go to the following recipes:
Pumpkin Spice Coffee (4 Ways!)
Here’s how to make pumpkin spice coffee: 4 ways! Add syrup to your drip coffee, make iced coffee, or try it as a latte.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
For pumpkin spice coffee
- 8 ounces (1 cup) coffee
- 2 to 3 teaspoons pumpkin spice syrup
For the pumpkin spice latte, go to:
For the pumpkin spice iced coffee:
- 6 tablespoons ground coffee
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 teaspoons maple syrup
- ½ cup milk or almond milk
Instructions
- For the pumpkin spice coffee: Make the Pumpkin Spice Syrup (makes ¾ cup; refrigerate the remainder for future drinks). Meanwhile, make the coffee using your preferred method: try Pour Over Coffee, French Press Coffee, or Moka Pot Coffee. Pour the coffee into a mug, and add the pumpkin spice syrup. If desired, top with whipped cream. Serve immediately.
- For a pumpkin spice latte: Go to Pumpkin Spice Latte or Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte.
- For pumpkin spice iced coffee: Mix all of the spices into the coffee grounds. Then brew the coffee using your favorite method. I used a Chemex to make my coffee. Allow the coffee to cool to room temperature. To serve, place ice cubes in a glass. For each of 4 servings, pour in ½ cup coffee, 1 teaspoon maple syrup, and 2 tablespoons milk or almond milk (or double to make 2 large servings).
