Crafted to bring people together, the Holiday Blend celebrates the festive season with rich, warming flavours. This year, 5% of all Blend sales will directly support the company’s partners Suke Quto, a coffee farm in Ethiopia’s Guji region featured in this blend. Funds raised will go toward the Suke Quto School Project, which aims to enhance local schools by providing desks for students in the community.

The limited-edition collection is filled with unique, giftable items that celebrate the holiday season and Equator Coffee’s roots in Mill Valley, California.

• Holiday blend coffee: Packaged in a custom bag designed by Laurène Boglio, a French illustrator and award-winning Art Director who lives and works in Easthampton, MA and Brooklyn, NY.
• Holiday mug: 12 oz mug for cosy mornings with a festive touch featuring elements from the custom Holiday Blend bag.
• Red bag ornament: A nod to Equator Coffee signature red coffee bags, designed to bring a little Equator cheer to any holiday.
• Mill valley mornings candle: Mill Valley Mornings feels just like a visit to the company’s Miller Ave cafe, delivering an aroma of redwood, spice, sea salt, and citrus blossom.
• Equator tiger socks: Two cosy sock designs featuring Equator Coffee beloved Equator tiger.
• Returning favourite – TCHO dirty chai chocolate bar: Created in collaboration with TCHO, this bar brings together Equator’s Jaguar espresso and creamy oat milk chocolate, blended with a rich Masala chai featuring ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, black pepper, and Assam black tea.

Equator Coffee’s Holiday Blend can be purchased on the company’s website, Amazon, all Equator Coffees cafe locations, as well as beanz.com and Trade Coffee.

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Miracle on N 6th Street (available in 12 oz. bags and in a stocking-ready Instant Coffee format) features notes of orange, honey, and cranberry, capturing a festive spirit in each cosy sip. Miracle Blend’s updated 2023 packaging features glittery gold and green illustrations by @soupiestudios, encapsulating Brooklyn’s holiday spirit and the journey that Partners’ sustainably sourced coffee takes from origin to cup.

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This winter, Lavazza is taking coffee enthusiasts on a journey through the warmth and wonder of the holidays with their specially crafted Holiday Blend that offers notes of toasted almond and warm spice to capture the essence of the season. The Holiday Blend combines the rich, aromatic flavors of Lavazza’s premium coffee beans with the charm of Rifle Paper Co.’s signature illustrations.

“Lavazza has always been committed to delivering the finest coffee experiences, and this partnership with Rifle Paper Co. allowed us to create a blend that captures the essence of the season,” shared Jonathan Lehr, marketing director for Lavazza North America, Inc. “The Holiday Blend is a true celebration of craftsmanship, artistry, and the joy that a great cup of coffee can bring.”

The blend will be available for $9.99 in select retail partners including Target, Eataly and Epicerie Boulud for a limited time, while supplies last. It will also be available online for shipping nationwide at www.lavazzausa.com, www.riflepaperco.com and on Amazon.

“We are excited to partner with the iconic Italian coffee brand Lavazza to design their Holiday Blend this year,” shared Anna Bond, Rifle Paper Co. co-founder & CCO. “When designing the artwork, we were inspired by nostalgic holiday gatherings at home with family and friends, festive city decorations, and even included a subtle nod to Lavazza’s heritage with a row of brownstones in the colors of the Italian flag. We hope the collaboration inspires small moments of joy during the holiday season.”

For more information on Lavazza, visit www.lavazzausa.com  or @lavazzausa. For more information on Rifle Paper Co., please visit www.riflepaperco.com  or @riflepaperco.

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Starbucks Coffee launched the pumpkin spice latte – aka ‘PSL’ – in 2003. According to Starbucks, following the peppermint mocha, which was introduced the winter before and was its first ‘blockbuster seasonal beverage’, the company was looking for its first autumn limited-edition beverage. Starbucks noted that when Peter Dukes, (who was heading Starbucks espresso beverages at the time) and his team asked potential customers what flavours they were likely to purchase in a written survey, chocolate and caramel beverages consistently performed the best but pumpkin scored high on ‘uniqueness’.

The beverage creation process started by first sampling pumpkin pies and sipping espresso, and then the experiments began. From there the pumpkin spice latte was born.

In the fall of 2003, Starbucks tested the PSL in about 100 stores in Washington, DC and Vancouver, Canada. The next fall, the PSL rolled out to Starbucks stores across the US and Canada. Starbucks was apparently not completely convinced the PSL would be successful and considered changing over the next few years for something new. However, Dukes and him team realised they had a hit when Facebook and Twitter arrived in 2006, and “customers began sharing their love for PSL” on social media with their family and friends; and the coffee culture was inevitably changed.

These days, PSLs are ubiquitous on coffee shop menus around the world – e.g., Dunkin’s pumpkin spice signature latte and its nutty pumpkin coffee, Peet’s Coffee’s pumpkin latte, PJ’s Coffee’s pumpkin sweet cold foam – and the offerings have been continually upgraded and expanded. Since 2015, Starbucks’ PSL pumpkin sauce has included real pumpkin puree, made from kabocha pumpkins. Pumpkin spice K-Cups and teas (loose leaf and tea bags) from leading brands are now available in grocery stores, mass retailers and online.

Of course, given the popularity of cold brew coffee, Starbucks introduced Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew a couple of years ago and many others followed suit (such as Dunkin’s pumpkin cream cold brew and Peet’s pumpkin oat foam cold brew to name just a couple). And in response to a TikTok craze last year, new to Starbucks’ fall menu this year is the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte. Peet’s also offers a pumpkin chai, served hot or cold. (Check out our Main News section to see which brands have already launched their pumpkin spice beverage items.)

While I enjoy pumpkin spice-flavoured foods, I have never liked any pumpkin spice latte — too sweet and too filling. But I did try a cold brew version, and I admit that I quite enjoyed it because I found it to be less sweet and not as heavy as a latte.

Other autumn flavours have started appearing on coffee shop’s limited-edition menus such as apple and maple (like Costa Coffee’s maple hazel latte) but they have not yet hit the iconic status of the pumpkin spice latte. Maybe soon there will be a new beverage to challenge it, but for now fans can savour PSL season while it lasts.

• Vanessa L Facenda, editor, Tea & Coffee Trade Journal.
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For this spring’s Super Bloom blend, Equator Coffees has combined sustainable coffees from Nicaragua, Thailand, and Java, to create a diverse flavour profile. The company also partnered with queer illustrator & muralist, @Rymie, to bring vibrant colour to the campaign, from which 5% of sales go back to Equator Coffee’s producer partner in Nicaragua, Cooperativa de Servicios Múltiples Sacaclí, towards equipment for their new coffee quality control lab.

The Super Bloom Blend offers celebratory flavours of confetti cake, cherry blossom, and starfruit and is available for $20.00.

The Equator Blend Instant Coffee Bulk Pack is now also available, containing 25 servings (125g) of the company’s namesake blend in instant coffee form at a price point of $45.00.

The company’s new instant coffee offerings are designed to capture complex flavours without the bitterness typically associated with instant coffee.

Further new SKUs coming soon:

• 25 count merchandising box for café and wholesale partners, featuring easy grab-and-go single-serve pouches of Equator Blend Instant Coffee
• 5-pack single-serve pouches of Equator Blend for online, retail & wholesale
• 5-pack single-serve pouches of Decaf Equator Blend for online, retail & wholesale

Coming Soon: Equator Coffees in Fairfax District, Los Angeles

Equator Coffees’ second Southern California location will be opening this spring on North Fairfax Avenue. More information will be available closer to an opening date, or reach out to the company directly at press@equatorcoffees.com for more information.

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“In addition to being an extraordinary gift, the Holiday Starter Kit is the result of our quest for the perfect matcha latte,” explained Eijiro Tsukada, co-founder & CEO of Cuzen. “Given the overwhelming popularity of matcha lattes, we are especially excited to introduce our new Latte Blend of matcha leaves, which were specifically selected to create a bright and robust cup of matcha that could stand up to the addition of dairy or plant-based milk. Additionally, our latte cups from Humble Ceramics are hand pressed in the Japanese wabi-sabi style and provide the perfect vessel for sipping.”

The Holiday Starter Kit can be purchased at www.cuzenmatcha.com starting at $369. Existing Cuzen Matcha Maker owners can also purchase the new Latte Blend tea leaves to use in their existing machines for $17 for 20g and $44 for 60g. Cuzen offers a 10% commission to media via SkimLinks.

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Roasting in small batches to please the discerning palate of coffee aficionados, the brand focuses on transparency and excellence in everything it does to achieve the highest mark in coffee. Each ethically-traded coffee is accompanied by its pricing and trade data, meaning customers can see what the brand paid for it, what it scored at, who they bought it from, and other details.

Onyx Coffee Lab roasts and ships coffees using solar energy from the roof of its facility. A sample is taken from each roast and cupped for quality to track the coffees’ characteristics and feedback on roast profiles.

This holiday season, the brand is offering multiple gifts for its coffee lovers, including:

2021 Onyx Coffee Lab Advent Calendar

Onyx’s 4th edition Advent Calendar is ready for pre-order featuring 24 unique single-origin whole bean 2oz coffees with a wide range of processing methods, origins, and varieties. Blends come from Colombia, Ethiopia, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and more. The calendar is priced at $175.

Catalog Box

The brand believes this box is the ultimate coffee lover’s guide to all things Onyx. Featuring the entire offering list, customers can taste their way through every coffee currently roasted by the company. This boxset features 12, 4oz boxes of coffee that showcase subtle differences between organic acids, terroir, cultivars and more. The Catalog Box is packed in a fold-out gift box full of brewing advice and artwork, and is priced at $80.

Premium Subscription Coffee Programme

Launching in January 2022, Onyx’s new subscription programme includes everything customers need for coffee nirvana, including one year of what the brand believes is the world’s best coffee, a professional brewing kit and brewing guides. Price: $2,850/year.

For more information, visit https://onyxcoffeelab.com

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Consumers may associate sugarplums with the holiday season, but have they ever actually tried one? This December, Dunkin’ is giving intrigued Americans the chance to experience the fabled holiday flavour with the launch of the new Sugarplum Macchiato.

Served hot or iced, the newest addition to the brand’s cheerful holiday espresso lineup features bright berry flavours of blueberry, raspberry, blackberry, and plum, accented by notes of vanilla and rounded out with a sweet sugary finish for the ultimate winter delight. The combination of Dunkin’s premium espresso, milk, and sugarplum flavour creates a whimsical, light-purple layered appearance for a beverage that is sure to start winter with a wow – and perhaps create a little festive “FOMO” as the highlight of holiday posts and photos.

According to Jill Nelson, vice president, marketing strategy at Canton, Massachusetts-based Dunkin’, “Our Sugarplum Macchiato is a colourful twist on a well-known, but perhaps mysterious-tasting, flavour of holiday lore. It’s the perfect complement to our fan-favourite holiday latte lineup and brings even more delicious cheer to the Dunkin’ menu.”

But what is your take on the Sugarplum Macchiato’s taste? As Dunkin’ provides people with perhaps their first-ever taste of sugarplum, the brand wants to hear everyone’s take on the unique drink. Dunkin’ invites America to offer an original description of the Sugarplum Macchiato’s distinct and delightful taste via a special seasonal AR lens on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook using #DunkinSugarplum. For inspiration, Dunkin’ is turning to influencers, celebrities, Dunkin’ restaurant employees, and its own culinary experts to offer their own take on the Sugarplum Macchiato, with fun videos to be spotlighted on the brand’s social channels throughout December.

Dunkin’s holiday treats also include the new Frosted Snowflake Donut. With purple icing and special snowflake sprinkles, the Frosted Snowflake Donut is the perfect purple pairing with the Sugarplum Macchiato. Some of Dunkin’s classic donuts will be wearing their holiday best as well, with seasonal snowflake sprinkles for a festive new look.

Dunkin’s seasonal treats are available beginning 2 December for a limited time only. They may be ordered in-store or via the Dunkin’ App.

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Molieri said: ”With its subtle finish reminiscent of ripe raspberry, orange and candied raisin, Greenstreet’s Finca Santa Teresa, a single origin light roast bourbon bean coffee, is the perfect complement to Christmas morning pancakes and French toast, as well as after a big turkey dinner.”

Molieri selected Santa Teresa after visiting the coffee farm, tasting the bean and meeting the farmer, Jorge Luis Lagos Calix and his family. Jorge’s farm is located a four hour drive from capital city Managua in Nicaragua’s highest elevation region called Jinotega. Molieri noted: “during the holidays, it’s a good feeling to know that we’re helping Jorge and his family and employees in Nicaragua – truly wonderful people deserving our support.”

Now, as a special offer on orders of three bags or more placed at one time through 24 December, Greenstreet will give online customers free shipping, and in-roastery customers a bonus freshly brewed cup of coffee to enjoy. MSRP is for the Nicaraguan Finca Santa Teresa is USD $15.99 for a 12oz bag. It is also available in an 80oz bulk bag for cafés, restaurants, hotels, etc, for $69.99 retail.

Greenstreet is unique among coffee roasters in that it is committed to freshness. Molieri believes that time, even a short time, reduces coffee quality by oxidising the beans. Studies have shown that oxidation flattens the nuanced flavour of coffee, even causing bitterness. Greenstreet’s coffee is hand-roasted in 30-pound batches and sold within a few days.

To achieve his freshness and quality goals, Molieri believes his commitment to small batch craft roasting enables Greenstreet to have complete oversight and control of the roasting process. Every bean put into a bag is closely monitored throughout the entire process. Molieri states: “There is no computer automation here. Our final step is where every batch is tasted for perfection. This personal attention to every batch is what sets Greenstreet apart as as craft roasters.”

Greenstreet’s other coffees range from $12.99-$16.99, with a special Colombian bean available in 6oz, roasted-to-order bags for $21.99.

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The limited edition holiday gift has been curated by Bel Lavoro owner, Kimberly Branum, and features three of Steep Echo Tea’s olive leaf tea blends, including: Ascent (perfect for the daily drinker), Hush (delicious digestive aid), and Repose (promotes rest and relaxation). Additionally, the “Home for the Holidays” gift box also includes three recipe cards designed and photographed by Santa Barbara-based photographer and author, Leela Cyd.

Known for their immune-boosting, all natural and antioxidant olive leaf teas, each individual box contains 12 individual, biodegradable tea bags. The holiday-inspired recipes found in the gift box were created either utilising ingredients found in the tea (Hush) or that pair exquisitely with a perfect holiday dessert (Ascent/Repose). With a price of $45 and free shipping, Steep Echo Tea says its “Home for the Holidays” gift box is the ideal holiday present that will not only calm the senses but also help to feed the soul. The gift set can be purchased here: www.steepecho.com/products/holiday-box.

The recipes included with the photographs included in the gift box include:

• Ascent Tea + Spiced Apple Rye Cake
• Hush Tea Hot Toddy
• Repose Tea + Vanilla Bean Shortbread Buttons

All recipes can be found at: www.bellavoro.com/recipes.

“With all the chaos this year has brought, we wanted to create the perfect gift for anything that might be on your holiday list,” notes Branum. “Our teas are all natural, organic, caffeine free and the ingredients from the included teas range from vanilla bean, cinnamon, chamomile, passion flower, rose petal, pomegranate and lemon myrtle. With the days getting shorter and cooler, we believe in the power of a hot cup of tea and we are excited to share both our teas and these recipe cards for the holidays.”

In addition to the “Home for the Holidays” gift boxes, individual boxes of Steep Echo Tea can be purchased for just $15 each. The collection of tea blends also includes Tend and Bloom.

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Available from 30 October 2020 to 5 January 2021, Peet’s lineup features the debut of:

• Snowcap Mint Matcha Latte (Iced or Hot): Creamy and refreshing iced mint matcha latte topped with a lightly sweet snowcap.
• Snowcap Peppermint Cold Brew (Iced Only): New snowcap adds a subtle sweetness to the bold, juicy peppermint Baridi cold brew.

“Our new Snowcap beverages include an airy, lightly-sweetened topping that creates a unique velvety experience reminiscent of the snowy peaks of Winter” said Patrick Main, senior R&D manager, Peet’s Coffee. “We are excited about the sensory experience our new Snowcap topping delivers. Combined with peppermint, a beloved holiday flavour, this beverage ultimately brings forth a truly delicious and unique flavour.”

Returning Peet’s favourites include:

• Holiday Spice Latte (Iced or Hot): Hand-pulled espresso, freshly steamed milk, and an aromatic mixture of holiday baking spices that delivers cozy notes of cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg.
• Peppermint Mocha (Iced or Hot): Hand-pulled espresso infused with rich house-made chocolate sauce and peppermint, topped with a cloud of whipped cream.
• Dark Chocolate Orange Mocha (Iced or Hot): As part of Peet’s Members Only Menu, this feature is only available to those who have the Peet’s app and are part of the Peetnik Rewards program. Hand-pulled espresso and freshly steamed milk blended with decadent chocolate, unsweetened Dutch cocoa, and sweet citrus topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa.

2020 Holiday Blend

Delivering delight to the season, Peet’s 2020 Holiday Blend is the highly anticipated coffee Peetniks have been waiting for all year. The exciting offering pairs two Guatemalan coffees, a washed and natural Ethiopian, and a sumptuous spice-laden Sumatra, for one extraordinary blend. Each sip is reportedly complex and warmly spiced, embracing notes of candied fruit, dark chocolate, and Indonesian spices.

“Double chocolate, extra fragrant, and ultra-plush, our annual Holiday Blend is as much a celebration of the festive season as it is the diverse communities and regions it comes from,” said Doug Welsh, roastmaster, Peet’s Coffee. “Offering a fresh and flavourful cup of holiday cheer, our annual blend is a joyful gift of the season itself.”

This year, Peet’s is joining forces with La Cocina, a nonprofit that empowers female food entrepreneurs of colour to succeed in the food and restaurant industry. Demonstrating its commitment to women’s advancement, Peet’s will donate $1 for every pound of Holiday Blend and Decaf Holiday Blend sold in its coffeebars and www.peets.com to La Cocina. During Giving Week (1-7 December), the company will double their support and donate $2 for every pound of holiday blend or decaf holiday blend sold.

Available now until supplies last, Peet’s Holiday Blend can be purchased at participating Peet’s coffeebar locations and online at www.peets.com, as well as grocery stores nationwide www.peets.com/product-locator. Prices vary by channel.

Peet’s Coffee subscription service  

With Peet’s Small Batch Curated Subscription, coffee drinkers have the chance to savour the very best and freshest coffee beans from the top 1% of farms around the world. Offering exclusive access, the Peet’s team specially selects elevated roasts for those who appreciate an incredible cup. Peet’s coffee subscription service starts at $18 a month.

“The holidays may look a different this year, but our hope is that Peet’s can provide a slice of exploration during this time,” said Doug Welsh. “When our coffee team encounters extraordinary coffees, they set aside just enough to share with others who might appreciate an incredible cup. Our Small Batch Series subscription is the perfect gift to bring exploration into one’s daily routine, taking their home-brewed morning cup of coffee from repetitive to remarkable.”

To learn more about Peet’s latest seasonal offerings, visit peets.com/holiday.

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Clipper Teas, the ethical tea brand owned by Wessanen UK, has launched an Organic Tea Advent Calendar designed to surprise and delight tea lovers in the run up to Christmas.

The new SKU contains 24 tea bags with 12 different flavoured teas and infusions including festive favourites such as Orange & Lemon and Liquorice & Peppermint. Each tea bag is wrapped in a numbered sleeve for the 24 days leading up to Christmas and retrieved through an envelope-style opening in the box.

The Clipper Organic Tea Advent Calendar (£4.99, 48g) is available online at clipper-teas.com, via Amazon and in UK health food trade stores from this month. 

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PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans Fall Flavours Include:

• Pumpkin Latte: PJ’s signature Espresso Dolce, customers’ choice of milk, Pumpkin sauce, and lightly garnished with cinnamon.
• Golden Latte: PJ’s classic Latte made with Espresso Dolce, customers’ choice of milk, Spiced Brown Sugar and Golden Turmeric syrups – featuring a balanced blend of sweet earthy notes, warm spices, and garnished with a dash of ground cinnamon.
• Cinnamon Spice Velvet Ice: Soothing flavours of cinnamon, clove, and Mexican spices with PJ’s Cinnamon Spice Velvet Ice. This combination of Café de Olla cold brew concentrate, milk, spiced brown sugar syrup, Ghirardelli frappe powder and ice is topped with whipped cream and a dash of ground cinnamon.
• Numi Shots: PJ’s Numi Shots feature nutrient-dense organic teas, herbs, fruits, roots, and spices.

“We love knowing that our customers look forward to our autumn treats each year as much as we do,” says Reid Nolte, vice president of Brand Strategy. “This year, we’ve introduced some health-focused alternatives to our menu, lacing cinnamon and spices throughout so our guests can get their fall fix no matter what they choose to indulge in.”

For more information on PJ’s Coffee, visit: www.pjscoffee.com.

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The new fall beverages are available at participating Peet’s Coffeebar locations or through the Peet’s app for pickup or delivery, from 2 September to 3 November 2020:

• Maple Spice Cold Brew Oat Latte – Seasonal maple and baking spice join creamy oat milk and smooth Baridi Blend Cold Brew in this autumnal beverage.
• Pumpkin Latte – Hand-pulled espresso and steamed milk meet the richness of pumpkin. Topped with a sprinkling of baking spices. Available hot or iced.
• Maple Latte – Hand-pulled espresso and steamed milk meet the seasonal sweetness of maple. Available hot or iced.

“We are always looking for new ways to delight our consumers and love crafting beverages that bring the season to life,” said Patrick Main, senior R&D manager at Peet’s Coffee. “As more consumers look for in-trend cold coffee beverages to enjoy all year round, we have combined the full-bodied flavours of maple, a growing favourite, and pumpkin, a beloved classic, into an invigorating cold beverage. From seasonal offerings served cold to plant-based dairy options, we are excited to offer both new and returning beverages this Fall that provides consumers with endless options, all the while showcasing our continued innovation.”

This season, Peet’s is also revealing two new classic beverages with a pumpkin twist as part of its new Members Only Menu. These offerings are available exclusively on the Peet’s app starting 2 September:

• Pumpkin Chai Latte – Peet’s blend of chai tea and spices, lightly sweetened with flavours of pumpkin and steamed milk. Offered in hot and iced selections.
• Pumpkin Caramel Macchiato – Rich buttery caramel, ristretto shots of espresso, with a hint of warm Pumpkin flavours. Served both hot and iced.

“We introduced our Members Only Menu to provide our Peetnik community with the opportunity to uncover new and exciting drinks inspired by the season’s best flavors and trends”, said Main. “We’re excited to introduce our exclusive menu for Fall, which uniquely pulls forward the notable flavours of pumpkin infused into the handcrafted specialty blends of caramel macchiato and chai latte. The balance of a traditional staple and a seasonal favorite evokes fall in a surprising way.”

For more information, visit: peets.com/fall.

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“This is one of the most anticipated times of the year for Dunkin’ guests, and we’re excited to make pumpkin favourites available at Dunkin’ restaurants earlier than ever,” said Jill Nelson, vice president, Marketing Strategy at Dunkin’. “This year, we have an especially robust menu of new products with something for everyone – from craveable bakery items to snacks and sandwiches that pair perfectly with our seasonal lattes and coffees. No one does fall flavour better than Dunkin’.”

Dunkin’s autumn array includes a mix of both new and returning menu items, including:

• New Signature Pumpkin Spice Latte: Available hot or iced – combines rich, smooth espresso with pumpkin and vanilla flavours, topped with whipped cream, a caramel drizzle and cinnamon sugar topping.
• New Chai Latte: A sweetened chai tea blend with spices including cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg combined with milk.
• Pumpkin Flavoured Coffees: Dunkin’s pumpkin flavour swirl is available in its hot or iced coffee, Chai Latte, Cold Brew, espresso drinks, frozen coffee and frozen chocolate.

Guests can also take the taste of pumpkin home with Dunkin’s Pumpkin K-Cup pods, available at participating Dunkin’ restaurants nationwide for a limited time. Additionally, Pumpkin Spice K-Cup pods and packaged coffee will be available in grocery stores and other retailers nationwide for a limited time this season.

For more information, visit: www.DunkinDonuts.com.

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Back by popular demand are the Caramel Coconut Macadamia Nut Chiller, Latte and Iced Latte, and now also as a Cold Brew. Also available for home brewing: Caramel Coconut Macadamia Whole Beans, made with real coconut inclusions; as well as this season’s “Gloria’s Vault” selection, Apricot Crème Whole Beans, to purchase in stores or online.

The new flavors are described as:

• Caramel Coconut Macadamia – A signature blend of sweet caramel and buttery macadamia nut flavors infused with real shredded coconut for an added burst of flavor.
• Apricot Crème (Gloria’s Vault) –These 100% Arabica beans have the zingy sweetness of apricot with a rich, creamy finish.

“We decided on a tropical theme for our Spring menu offerings to get guests excited for the warmer weather on the horizon, and no flavor does that better than our fan-favorite Caramel Coconut Macadamia Nut, which can best be described as paradise in a cup,” said Sam Ferreira, president of Gloria Jean’s Coffees, US. “Our fulltime master roaster loves to experiment with unique flavor combinations at our roasting facility and is particularly proud of our new cold brews where our flavored whole beans are the star.”

Gloria Jean’s sources 100 percent of its coffees directly from locations across the globe, with every bean roasted in its Southern California headquarters which includes a test kitchen for ongoing R&D and a full roasting and processing facility managed by the company’s fulltime master roaster.

Available through June 2, the Caramel Coconut Macadamia Nut Chiller, Latte, Iced Latte and Cold Brew, along with this season’s flavorful whole bean offerings, will be featured along with the White Chocolate Caramel Cookie Chiller on Gloria Jean’s menu at the brand’s nearly 60 locations in the US.

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