Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe (Made with Real Pumpkin Spice Coffee)
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Pumpkin Spice is here. The best homemade pumpkin spice latte starts with the coffee, not the syrup. Brew a strong cup of Hunter's Blend Pumpkin Spice Coffee, add real pumpkin, warm spices and frothed milk, and you'll have a café-style latte at home in about 10 minutes. No espresso machine needed.
Why the Coffee Matters Most in a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Most coffee-shop pumpkin spice lattes lean on sweet syrup to carry the flavor. The coffee underneath is an afterthought. Make it at home and you get to flip that. Start with a cup that already tastes like fall, and you need far less syrup to get there.
Our pumpkin spice coffee is lightly flavored with warm cinnamon and sweet spices. The flavor sits on top of Specialty Grade beans, the top 6% of coffee graded worldwide, small-batch roasted in Ohio. You still taste coffee first, with pumpkin pie warmth on the finish. That's what keeps a homemade latte from tasting like dessert in a mug.
New to how we source? Read What Is Specialty Grade Coffee?
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
Ingredients
- ¾ cup (6 oz) strong-brewed Pumpkin Spice Coffee
- ¾ cup whole milk (or oat milk)
- 2 tbsp pumpkin purée (not pie filling)
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar, to taste
- ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice, plus a pinch to finish
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Brew strong. Use about 2 tbsp of ground coffee per 6 oz of water so the coffee holds up to the milk.
- Warm the pumpkin. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk the milk, pumpkin purée, maple syrup and pumpkin pie spice. Heat until it steams, 3–4 minutes. Don't let it boil.
- Froth. Take it off the heat and stir in the vanilla. Froth with a handheld frother, or shake it in a sealed jar for 30 seconds.
- Combine. Pour the coffee into a big mug and top with the pumpkin milk.
- Finish. Add whipped cream and a pinch of spice if you like.
Iced, Dairy-Free and Lighter Versions
Iced pumpkin spice latte
Brew the coffee strong and let it cool. Whisk the pumpkin, sweetener and spice into cold milk, pour it over ice, then add the coffee.
Dairy-free pumpkin latte
Oat milk froths best and has a natural sweetness that fits pumpkin. Almond milk works too, but it gives a thinner foam.
Lighter version
Skip the maple syrup and whipped cream. Because the coffee is already lightly flavored, a splash of milk and a pinch of pumpkin pie spice gets you most of the way there.
How to Brew Pumpkin Spice Coffee at Home
You can drink it black, with cream, or as the base for a latte. Here's how each brewer handles it:
| Method | Ratio | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Drip machine | 2 tbsp ground per 6 oz water | Everyday cups, a pot for the family |
| French press | 1:15 coarse grind, 4 min steep | A fuller body that holds up to milk |
| Pour-over | 1:16 medium-fine grind | Tasting the cinnamon and spice notes black |
| Single Shots | 1 pod per cup | Busy mornings, the office, hunting camp |
| Latte base | 1:12, brewed strong | The homemade latte recipe above |
Grinding fresh? Whole bean keeps the spice aroma longer. Store it in an airtight container away from heat and light, and grind right before you brew.
Ground, Whole Bean, 5 lb or Single Shots?
Pumpkin Spice is a seasonal fall release. Pick the format that fits your fall:
5 lb Bag
Pumpkin spice coffee beans to stock the whole season, or to split with the hunting crew.
Shop 5 lbPumpkin Spice Coffee FAQ
What does pumpkin spice coffee taste like?
Ours is lightly flavored with warm cinnamon and sweet spices, the same family of flavors as pumpkin pie. Coffee comes first and the spice comes through on the finish, so it isn't sugary.
Can I make a pumpkin spice latte without an espresso machine?
Yes. Brew the coffee strong in a drip machine or French press, then froth the warmed pumpkin milk with a handheld frother or a sealed jar. The recipe above is built for that.
Should I use pumpkin purée or pumpkin pie filling?
Use 100% pumpkin purée. Pie filling is already sweetened and spiced, so it's harder to control the flavor.
Is pumpkin spice coffee available all year?
No. Pumpkin Spice is a seasonal fall release from Hunter's Blend Coffee.
What's the best pumpkin spice coffee for a homemade latte?
Choose one that tastes like good coffee on its own. Then the spice adds to the cup instead of covering it up. That's why we start with Specialty Grade beans and keep the flavoring light.
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