There’s nothing like a fall beverage from Starbucks when you start to feel that little chill in the morning air. Ever <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2014/starbucks-first-pumpkin-spice-latte/">since Pumpkin Spice Latte</a> (PSL) first arrived in the autumn of 2003, Starbucks fall beverages have been the perfect companion for the arrival of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeafRakersSociety/">crunchy leaves and sweater weather</a>.

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For nearly 20 years, Starbucks beverage teams have created new autumn flavours for customers to enjoy, whether it’s past favourites like the Maple Pecan Latte and Salted Caramel Mocha or the returning hit and companion to the Pumpkin Spice Latte, the <a href="https://www.starbucks.ca/menu/product/2123113/iced?parent=%2Fdrinks%2Fcold-coffees%2Fcold-brews">Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew</a>. This year, fall gets a new beverage with Apple Crisp Macchiato, available iced or hot at Starbucks stores in the U.S. and Canada starting Aug. 24 for a limited time, while supplies last.

“For many customers, Starbucks signals the start of the fall season and has inspired a cultural phenomenon around fall flavour and products,” said Raegan Powell, senior manager on the Starbucks research and development team. “Fall at Starbucks brings customers back to the nostalgic flavours of the season and our team used that inspiration to create a new flavour that celebrates those feelings of comfort and familiarity.”

Building on the popularity of pumpkin flavour, the team’s inspiration for an apple beverage started with the idea of the fall harvest. Pumpkins are popular, but it was clear that apples were another prominent flavour that the team wanted to explore as they started concepting a new fall flavour. In spring 2020, the team began testing and tasting a bushel of apple-flavoured favourites, including apple maple syrup, apple cider donuts, and a variety of apple pies, cakes, and crisps.

While fruit and coffee are a new territory for Starbucks, the flavours complement each other well, with the creaminess of the milk balancing the espresso for a nostalgic autumn pick-me-up.

“Creating an ingredient with a spicy baked apple flavour was crucial to be able to bridge an autumn red apple to espresso,” said Powell. “Consider how well a delicious slice of warm apple pie pairs with a cup of coffee or how well the combination of Starbucks roasty signature espresso pairs with warm spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg.”

When the team was testing, people loved the baked apple flavour. “The number-one thing we heard when developing the ingredients was customers wanted more apple,” Powell said. The Apple Crisp Macchiato pulls inspiration from a wide variety of red apple flavours available in the fall season, including apple puree in the caramelized apple drizzle. The Apple Crisp Macchiato even smells like fall, with an aroma like fresh-baked apple crisp.

For the final recipe, Powell and the team landed on a macchiato (which means “marked” in Italian), made with steamed milk marked with Starbucks signature espresso. As a finishing touch, the beverage is “marked” again with a cross-hatch of caramelized-spiced-apple drizzle, resembling the lattice on top of a pie. If the hot version is like warm apple pie, the iced version is like apple pie à la mode, with the warm flavours of apple and brown sugar combined with milk and ice, and also topped with apple caramel drizzle. For the name, the team chose “apple crisp” for the beverage’s more apple-forward taste, and its brown sugar and cinnamon topping.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“We are hopeful customers will enjoy their Apple Crisp Macchiato, hot or cold, and feel comfort as they take on all that fall has to offer, says Powell. “No matter our customers’ traditions – football games apple picking, or trick-or-treating – the Apple Crisp Macchiato is bound to bring comfort in a cup.”

More in store New food and beverage items are also in stores starting today. Learn more <a href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en/stories/2021/its-fall-nally-here-at-starbucks-with-the-return-of-pumpkin/">here</a>.

Introducing Starbucks newest autumn beverage, Apple Crisp Macchiato, perfect for the arrival of crunchy leaves and sweater weather.

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Customers’ favourite pumpkin pair, the Pumpkin Spice Latte and Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, make their return alongside the new Apple Crisp Macchiato to stores nationwide starting August 24

For nearly two decades, the return of pumpkin at Starbucks has signaled the start of the fall season and inspired a cultural phenomenon around fall flavours and products. Starting Tuesday, August 24, pumpkin returns to Starbucks stores across the U.S. and Canada, including the fall favourite duo Pumpkin Spice Latte and Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew. Seasonal fall bakery items&nbsp;Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin, Pumpkin Loaf and Pumpkin Scone will also return to the menu.

In addition to making it easy for customers to enjoy their fall favourites, Starbucks is celebrating the season of pumpkin craze with its new <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://pumpkinloveometer.com/" target="_blank">Pumpkin Love O’ Meter</a>, a fun and quirky digital pumpkin personality quiz that invites Starbucks customers to find out just how much of a pumpkin lover they really are. Take the quiz and share your results on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/starbuckscanada" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/starbuckscanada/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/starbuckscanada" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a>.

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Pumpkin Spice Latte Made with real pumpkin, the handcrafted beverage combines our&nbsp;signature espresso and steamed milk with the&nbsp;celebrated flavour combination of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. Enjoy it hot or iced, topped with whipped cream and real pumpkin pie spices.

Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Returning to the menu for a third year, the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is crafted with Starbucks® Cold Brew, sweetened with vanilla syrup, topped with a pumpkin cream cold foam, and dusted with pumpkin spice topping.

Comfort to the Core: The NEW Apple Crisp Macchiato

Building on the popularity of fall flavour at Starbucks, the <a href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en/stories/2021/cozy-up-to-starbucks-new-fall-flavour-apple-crisp-macchiato/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Apple Crisp Macchiato</a>, available hot or iced, offers customers comfort to the core with layered flavours of apple and brown sugar melding like the filling of a gooey apple pie in harmony with espresso, steamed milk and a caramelized-spiced-apple drizzle for a nostalgic autumn pick-me-up.

Pumpkin Scone A spiced pumpkin scone topped with sweet icing—a marvelously flavourful fall treat.

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin This moist, perfectly spiced pumpkin muffin—topped with a sweet cream cheese filling and a sprinkling of chopped, spiced pepitas—offers a delightful balance of salty and sweet.

Pumpkin Loaf This gently spiced bread with pumpkin flavours and pepitas gives you a tasty way to celebrate a seasonal favourite.

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Starbucks Coffee Enhancers Starbucks seasonal flavours can also be enjoyed at home with the new <a href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en/stories/2021/new-starbucks-pumpkin-spice-coffee-enhancer-coming-to-canadian-grocery-stores/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Starbucks® Pumpkin Spice Coffee Enhancer</a>, and the return of limited-edition fall coffees where groceries are sold nationwide, including: Starbucks® Pumpkin Spice Flavoured Ground Coffee K-Cup® Pods; Starbucks® VIA® Instant®&nbsp; Pumpkin Spice Latte; Starbucks® Cinnamon Dolce Flavoured Ground Coffee K-Cup® Pods; and Starbucks® Maple Pecan Flavoured Ground Coffee.

Guatemala Casi Cielo® A heavenly harvest straight from select farms in Guatemala's high-altitude, volcanic Antigua region. Single origin Guatemala Casi Cielo® is a medium roast coffee with tasting notes of bright Meyer lemon &amp; cocoa nibs.

Starbucks Thanksgiving Blend® Richly roasted and delicately sweet, this balanced blend is a celebration of the season. Featuring beans from Sidama in Ethiopia, Sumatra and Guatemala’s Antigua region, Starbucks Thanksgiving Blend® showcases flavours from the world’s major coffee-growing regions. Created by our master blenders the way a chef might prepare a feast, this elegant coffee features notes of candied pecan and sage with a dried-fig sweetness.

Cold Coffee Can Still Keep You Cozy for Fall

In addition to Starbucks fall beverages, try the Cold Brew trio, Starbucks Cold Brew Coffee, Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew and Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew, which are available year-around at most Starbucks locations in Canada. Handcrafted in small batches daily, slow-steeped in cool water for 20 hours, without touching heat, Starbucks Cold Brew is made from a custom blend of beans grown to steep long and cold for an extra smooth flavour.

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There are <a href="https://www.starbucks.ca/ways-to-order/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">several convenient ways</a> to enjoy Starbucks new fall menu line-up, including using the Starbucks app to order ahead and pick-up options in-store, and at drive-thru. Those looking for Starbucks without leaving home can place an order for delivery <a href="https://delivery.starbucks.com/"></a>&nbsp;via Uber Eats (check the Uber Eats app for availability and restrictions). For more information on Starbucks menu, visit <a href="https://www.starbucks.ca/menu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. The Starbucks Fall menu is available in stores while supplies last.

Customers’ favourite pumpkin pair, the Pumpkin Spice Latte and Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, make their return alongside the new Apple Crisp Macchiato to stores nationwide starting August 24

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Along with the return of <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en/stories/2020/psl-fall-favourites-back/" target="_blank">Starbucks fall favourites</a> came the anticipated launch of <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en/stories/2020/starbucks-canada-expands-plant-based-options-with-launch-of-oat-beverage-this-fall/" target="_blank">Oat beverage</a> in stores nationwide. The fourth non-dairy alternative on the menu made way for Starbucks Canada to introduce an exclusive new drink, the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en/stories/2020/behind-the-beverage-starbucks-canada-exclusive-new-apple-oat-flat-white/" target="_blank">Apple Oat Flat White</a>, and now offers customers even more ways to customize all their favourite Starbucks beverages.&nbsp;

Known for its mild flavour and velvety foam, Oat beverage can add a new twist to fall favourites like the PSL or to classic core beverages like Starbucks Caramel Macchiato.&nbsp;

Read on for tips on how to spice up your favourite Starbucks beverages with Oat and other delicious customizations this fall.&nbsp;

Ask for: An Oat latte with pumps of honey blend and a toasted honey topping. In this drink, Starbucks® Signature Espresso is intentionally combined with a hint of honey and a toasted honey topping to create a savoury tribute to all things sweet and salty.&nbsp;

Pumpkin Spice Macchiato with Caramel Drizzle

Ask for: An Iced Caramel Macchiato with pumpkin spice sauce instead of vanilla syrup.

Ask for: An Oat latte with caramel syrup (non-dairy) and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice topping. This vegan-friendly beverage is a nice alternative to the fan-favourite PSL. (Please note: While this drink does not contain any animal derived ingredients, it is not certified vegan.)

Cinnamon Dolce Latte with Almond Beverage

Ask for: A Cinnamon Dolce Latte made with non-dairy almond beverage. Hold the whip and the cinnamon dolce topping for another vegan-friendly beverage with fall flavour. (Please note: While this drink does not contain any animal derived ingredients, it is not certified vegan.)

Iced Chai with Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam

Ask for: A Chai Tea Latte over ice topped with Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam to get the spice of fall in your cup.&nbsp;

Chai Tea Latte&nbsp;with Pumpkin Spice

Ask for: A Chai Tea Lattewith a shot of Signature Espresso and Pumpkin Spice topping.

Caramel Apple Spice&nbsp;

Ask for: Steamed apple juice with cinnamon dolce syrup – with or without whip. For a little indulgence, ask for the whip to be topped with caramel sauce drizzle.

Toffee Nut Flat White&nbsp;

Ask for: A flat white with toffee nut syrup. This beverage has sweet brown sugar notes and can also be paired with one of our non-dairy alternatives. Oat beverage or almond beverage will especially complement the nutty flavour.&nbsp;

Along with the return of Starbucks fall favourites came the anticipated launch of Oat beverage in stores nationwide. Spice up your favourite Starbucks beverages with Oat and other delicious customizations this fall.

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The new non-dairy delight delivers all the comforts of the season in one hot mug!&nbsp;

When Starbucks product team set out to develop a brand-new fall beverage this year, they already had a delicious combination in mind. With the nationwide launch of Oat beverage set to launch right in time for the season, two things were certain: the new beverage would feature Starbucks signature espresso; and would elevate the mild, nutty flavour and velvety foam of Oat beverage.

After countless pairings of flavours and dozens of trials of espresso beverages, the team found their coziest combination reminiscent of signature fall activities like apple picking, cider making, and of course, apple pie. Thus, the Starbucks Apple Oat Flat White was born: a perfectly handcrafted combination of Starbucks signature espresso, velvety steamed Oat beverage, roasted apple syrup, finished with a clove sugar topping.&nbsp;

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“We wanted to create a beverage that was coffee forward but made you feel like fall has arrived,” says Peter Furnish, vice president of product and marketing, Starbucks Canada. “Apple is an obvious fall flavour but cooked apple, combined with oat, adds a comforting dimension that really captures the season.”

This coffee-forward beverage not only offers Starbucks customers another way to enjoy fall in a cup, it provides a delicious dairy alternative for customers looking for more choice.

The Apple Oat Flat White is Starbucks Canada’s first seasonal drink featuring <a href="https://stories.starbucks.ca/en/stories/2020/starbucks-canada-expands-plant-based-options-with-launch-of-oat-beverage-this-fall/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Oat beverage</a>, which launched in stores nationally on August 25. Oat beverage, which has grown over 434% in Canada this year*, is the company’s latest plant-based offering and fourth dairy alternative to join Starbucks Canada’s menu, which includes soy beverage, almond beverage and coconut beverage. Starbucks Oat beverage is Non-GMO and made without artificial flavours or colours.

While delicious on its own, the subtly sweet flavour and nutty, roasty, oat notes of the Starbucks Apple Oat Flat White pairs perfectly with the slightly savory and rich and creamy Starbucks Cheese Danish, for the ultimate flavour pairing.

Source: Nielsen, National, Total Non Dairy Oat Beverage, Last 52 weeks, data to July 11 2020.

After countless pairings of flavours and dozens of trials of espresso beverages, the team found their coziest combination reminiscent of signature fall activities like apple picking, cider making, and of course, apple pie. Thus, the Starbucks Apple Oat Flat White was born.

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