Greggs is bringing back the pumpkin spice latte to its stores across the United Kingdom from tomorrow (August 25). The takeaway giant says it will be the earliest a store has introduced the drink, which is usually considered a festive offering.
While traditionally associated with pasties and sausage rolls, the firm sells around 1.8 million coffees a week. It says it makes it the third biggest food-to-go retailer in the UK.
The pumpkin spice latte costs from £2.20 and is made using a blend of freshly ground coffee, pumpkin spice flavour syrup and steamed milk. It is then topped off with sweet, tasty cream and a sprinkle of spiced sugar. The beverage is made using beverage is made using Fairtrade Arabica and Robusta coffee beans from Peru, Colombia, and Tanzania, slow-roasted to create an extra-flavoursome brew
The launch of the festive favourite comes as temperatures in some parts of the UK are due to hit 28c. But, with many ready for an August heatwave, some people will be counting down to "spooky season" and the cooler months.
@Samtasticqueen was one of many who expressed they were “over” the UK heatwave and Autumn couldn’t come soon enough. While both @beccamtz14_ and @selenamontoyaa5 both expressed their excitement at the thought of Pumpkin Spice Lattes being just around the corner.
And, to give customers the chance to beat the crowds and get their hands on their pumpkin spice latte, they will be able to order click and collect on the Greggs app. New users will also be able to get a free drink.
A Greggs spokesperson said: “Although we’re still enjoying the last of the summer heat, we know how much our customers enjoy a pumpkin spice latte, no matter what the temperature! We hope the early return of this favourite will be a delight to Greggs fans nationwide.”
