Autumn is the time when the aromas of spices return. The symbol of this time of year for years has been the iconic pumpkin spice latte - coffee with pumpkin syrup. To make it at home, you don't just need a good quality coffee syrup. Bean coffee is also very important and should go well with cinnamon and other spices.

What coffee should you choose to make your pumpkin latte taste like it's from the best coffee shop? Here are some suggestions!

Coffee beans and syrup for pumpkin spice latte

There is no denying that coffee beans has the greatest influence on the final taste - whether you drink espressoor pumpkin spice latte. In the case of the famous 'coffee for autumn', the beans should not be too acidic. Their flavour profile must also have nutty, chocolate or caramel notes. It is this base that pairs perfectly with autumn spices.

Remember that delightful taste pumpkin spice latte is a harmony between coffee and syrup. The classic pumpkin spice syrup contains cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and vanilla. A coffee bean should therefore have a flavour profile that highlights these spices, rather than overwhelming them.

Autumn coffee is not just a sweet drink. When well balanced, it should have a noticeable coffee base contrasting with a creamy froth. Coffee syrup must not dominate the taste of the entire brew.

Does the degree of roasting affect the taste of pumpkin coffee?

Of course it is! For a pumpkin spice latte, medium to medium-dark roasts that have sweet and slightly chocolatey-caramel notes work well. A coffee that is too lightly roasted can come across as sour, while one that is too dark will dominate the flavour of the pumpkin syrup and spices.

Ideal for bean coffees from South America, such as Colombia and Brazil. Their delicate sweetness and velvety quality go well with milk and spices. You can try our Sweet Brazil bean coffee from the Brazilian Serra da Canastra region. It is dominated by notes of milk chocolate, caramel and nuts, which will pair perfectly with a pumpkin spice latte.

In contrast, coffee beans from Africa, such as those from Kenya or Ethiopia, are not very suitable for this autumn coffee. Beans from this part of the world are more fruity and slightly acidic, so they will not always be good for coffees with pumpkin syrup. Of course, if you prefer more contrast between the flavours, there is nothing stopping you from using them.

Our Coffee roasting plant Warsaw roasts perfectly balanced blends designed specifically for milk coffees. You can also write to our roasters to ask them to recommend a particular bean variety. Our specialists will know exactly which bean coffee will work well for your coffee.

What to make a pumpkin spice latte in?

An espresso or double espresso is used to prepare a pumpkin spice latte. Of great importance here is coffee machine - It determines whether the brew has the right intensity and aroma. If you are using an automatic coffee machine, set the grind to medium-fine. If the grind is too coarse, the coffee will be watery. Too fine, on the other hand, can over-grind the coffee, making it taste worse.

Don't worry, coffee drinkers don't live by the cob machine alone. You can brew your coffee beans in a coffee machine or using an aeropress. In our shop Story Coffee Roasters you will find high-quality coffee machines that make any coffee with ease.

Pay attention to the milk too! Whole (fatty) milk will work best for a pumpkin spice latte. You can also use plant-based alternatives, such as almond milk or oat milk. The condition is that they froth well.

Opt for speciality coffee

When you buy coffee in the supermarket, it is hard to judge when it has been roasted. Meanwhile, the freshness of the beans is crucial! Coffee beans speciality freshly roasted is extremely aromatic and full of flavour. This is why the place to look for the perfect coffee should not be a market, but a Coffee roasting plant. Warsaw is the city where you'll find our Story Coffee Roasters roastery. Take a look or order online - freshly roasted beans and expert advice await you.

You don't have to be a barista to create the perfect pumpkin spice latte. Just reach for freshly roasted beans from our roastery and your 'coffee for the autumn' will taste like it's from the best coffee shop.