Pumpkin spice season is almost here, and Starbucks is going all in for 2026. The chain’s fall menu officially hits stores on Aug. 25, bringing back the Pumpkin Spice Latte along with plenty of pecan, chai, and pumpkin favorites. This year’s lineup also has several brand-new drinks, including banana bread-inspired lattes, pumpkin-topped matcha, and the intriguingly named Chaider.
Whether you start ordering pumpkin spice the second it appears or you’re looking for something a little different this fall, here are 15 Starbucks menu items worth trying in 2026.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
It wouldn’t be fall at Starbucks without the drink that started it all. The Pumpkin Spice Latte returns Aug. 25, once again bringing together espresso, steamed milk, pumpkin, and those familiar warming spices. Starbucks says its PSL is made with real pumpkin, and for anyone who considers the drink an unofficial marker of fall, its return is reason enough to make a coffee run.
Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso — New
Starbucks is giving pumpkin lovers another cold coffee option this year with the new Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso. If you typically prefer a shaken espresso over a latte, this could be the fall drink to try first. It promises the seasonal appeal of pumpkin cream in an espresso-forward format that feels a little lighter than the classic PSL.
Pumpkin Spice Chai — New
Pumpkin spice and chai are a pretty natural match, considering both lean heavily on cozy baking spices. Starbucks is finally putting the combination front and center with the new Pumpkin Spice Chai, one of three new pumpkin beverages joining the 2026 fall menu. This one should appeal to anyone who wants all the fall flavor without making coffee the star of the show.
Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha — New
Matcha gets the pumpkin treatment this fall with the new Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha. The bright, earthy green tea paired with creamy pumpkin flavor is certainly one of the more unexpected combinations on this year’s menu. Given Starbucks’ recent focus on expanding its matcha offerings, though, it’s also a very 2026 addition.
Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
For coffee drinkers who find the PSL a little too sweet or milky, the returning Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is a solid alternative. Cold brew keeps coffee at the forefront, while pumpkin cream on top delivers the seasonal flavor people are looking for. It’s essentially fall in a cup without giving up that stronger cold-brew taste.
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Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai
The Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai is back for another season, combining Starbucks’ spiced chai with a layer of pumpkin cream. It’s creamy, sweet, and packed with warming flavors while still being refreshing enough for those late-August days when the weather hasn’t gotten the fall memo yet.
Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino
If you’d rather have your pumpkin spice in frozen-dessert form, the Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino is returning, too. This blended beverage is one of the most indulgent ways to get your pumpkin fix, making it a good pick for anyone who cares more about a sweet seasonal treat than a straightforward cup of coffee.
Pecan Cortado
Pumpkin may get most of the attention, but pecan is becoming another reliable part of Starbucks’ fall lineup. The Pecan Cortado returns this year alongside two pecan lattes. Starbucks describes its seasonal pecan flavor as having nutty, brown-buttery notes and baking spices, which sounds about as autumnal as it gets without involving a pumpkin.
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Iced Pecan Crunch Latte
Prefer your pecan drinks cold? The Iced Pecan Crunch Latte is also making a comeback on Aug. 25. It’s a good alternative for anyone who’s suffering from pumpkin spice fatigue but still wants something that tastes distinctly fall-inspired. The nutty, buttery flavor profile also makes this one feel a bit like a liquid pecan dessert.
Pecan Crunch Latte
The hot Pecan Crunch Latte rounds out Starbucks’ trio of returning pecan beverages for 2026. Between the espresso, steamed milk, and pecan-inspired flavors, it’s the kind of cozy drink that makes more sense with every degree the temperature drops.
Iced Banana Bread Latte — New
Banana bread isn’t necessarily the first flavor that comes to mind when you think of Starbucks, which is exactly why this new drink is interesting. The Iced Banana Bread Latte combines banana, cinnamon, and brown sugar flavors to mimic the dessert-like notes of freshly baked banana bread. Even better for fans: Starbucks says this one will stick around beyond the fall season.
Iced Banana Bread Chai — New
Starbucks is also pairing its new banana bread flavor with chai. Like the latte, the Iced Banana Bread Chai features banana, cinnamon, and brown sugar notes inspired by the classic baked treat, and it isn’t limited strictly to the fall season. With chai already bringing plenty of warming spice to the equation, this may be the more dessert-like of the two new banana drinks.
Chaider — New
Part chai, part cider, the new Chaider might have the most intriguing name on Starbucks’ fall menu. The drink is Starbucks’ take on a cider-inspired chai, with cinnamon and sweet spice flavors designed for fall. Apple cider and chai have long been a natural DIY pairing, so it’ll be interesting to see what Starbucks does with the combination.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
Don’t forget to grab something to eat with your PSL. The Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin is returning for another fall, featuring a spiced pumpkin muffin with a sweet cream cheese center and chopped spiced pepitas sprinkled on top. It’s basically pumpkin bread and cheesecake rolled into one grab-and-go breakfast treat.
Hedgehog Cake Pop — New
Starbucks’ seasonal cake pops tend to be almost too cute to eat, and the new Hedgehog Cake Pop looks ready to continue the tradition. Underneath the playful exterior is vanilla cake mixed with buttercream, dipped in chocolaty icing, and topped with chocolate sprinkles. Pair it with one of the new fall drinks if you’re looking to fully commit to your first Starbucks run of the season.
