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Pumpkin Spice Mania: Pumpkin-Themed Drinks & Treats in Tucson

Pumpkin Spice Mania: Pumpkin-Themed Drinks & Treats in Tucson

Sep 19, 20235 min read

Even though it doesn’t feel like autumn in the Old Pueblo, we’re still declaring it “Pumpkin Spice Season.” That’s right, bring us every orange-colored, nutmeg-dusted, pumpkin-spiced drink and treat to satisfy our basic gourd-shaped hearts. Consider this your local roundup of some essential pumpkin spice products you need to pick up this season.

We’ll be updating this article as drinks and treats become available.

Better Bevs

210 N. Fourth Ave.

The shop on Fourth Avenue has a Pumpkin-themed cold brew on the menu. The iced coffee is topped with pumpkin spice sweet cream cold foam.

For more information, follow Better Bevs on Instagram.

Better Than Provisions

Online ordering & at Multiple Locations

Better Than Provisions believes you shouldn’t limit the joy of pumpkin spice flavors to one season and we tend to agree. We think you’ll love their pumpkin spice-flavored granola as much as we do… all year long. Premium nuts with comforting cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Yum!

Read our September 2022 article “Packaging Wellness: The Success of Better Than Provisions.”

For more information, visit betterthanprovisions.com

Black Crown Coffee Company

4024 E. Speedway Blvd.

Are you “pumped for pumpkin?” Head on over to the midtown coffee shop pronto because they have a Pumpkin Pie Latte topped with pumpkin-flavored whipped cream.

For more information, follow Black Crown Coffee on Instagram.

Cafe a la C’Art

150 N. Main Ave.

Here’s a refreshing beverage to check out this fall season (there’s alcohol in it, too). It’s the Pumpkin Spice Smash — Old Forester bourbon, housemade pumpkin spice syrup, fresh orange juice, The Bitter Truth orange bitters, and ginger beer.

For more information, follow Cafe a la C’art on Instagram.

Coffee Times Drive-Thru

3725 W. Ina Rd. #120

What’ll it be? The Pumpkin Chai Frappe, Pumpkin Pie Caramel Frappe, or Pumpkin Spice Frappe?

For more information, follow Coffee Times on Instagram.

Crema Coffee

3725 W. Ina Rd. #120
Pumpkin Spice Latte (Photo courtesy of Crema Coffee)

The northwest side coffee shop is serving a Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pumpkin Spice Black Tea, and even a Cranberry Breeze Herbal Tea that’ll give you in the early holiday/Thanksgiving spirit.

For more information, follow Crema Coffee on Instagram.

Decibel Coffee Works

267 S. Avenida Del Convento #9

The coffee shop at the MSA Annex is currently baking Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles for the season. Get ’em while they have ’em!

For more information, follow Decibel Coffee Works on Instagram.

Espressoul Cafe

Multiple Locations (Food Truck)

Espressoul is currently servin’ up an ice-cold concoction made of espresso, chai, and a housemade vegan pumpkin soft top. Get your hands on this one quick!

For more information, follow Espressoul Cafe on Instagram.

Five-To-Oh Coffee

115 N. Church Ave.

It’s officially the official Pumpkin Spice Season at Five-To-Oh Coffee. Stop by next time you’re walking around downtown and see what type of concoctions they can make for you.

For more information, follow Five-To-Oh Coffee on Instagram.

Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery

5845 N. Oracle Rd.
(Photo courtesy of Gourmet Girls)

There’s a full-on “Pumpkin Palooza” going on over at Gourmet Girls. 

“Everything pumpkin!  Pumpkin bread, pumpkin logs, pumpkin pie, pumpkin chili (yes, that’s right), pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin seed waffles… there’s no end to it,” said Susan Fulton of Gourmet Girls.  

For more information, visit gourmetgirlsglutenfree.com.

Hillhouse Coffee

1060 S. Kolb Rd.

Until their winter menu debuts, Hillhouse Coffee is serving a Pumpkin Pie Latte, a Pumpkin Nut Latte, and a Pumpkin Spice CoffeeShake.

For more information, follow Hillhouse Coffee on Instagram.

Presta Coffee

Multiple Locations

The Pumpkin Latte has returned to Presta’s menu. It’s their own spin on the fall favorite, featuring a double shot of espresso, steamed milk, and a blend of organic pumpkin puree, smooth maple syrup, and classic pie spices. Available hot and iced. Plus, you can add a little vegan toasted marshmallow whipped cream for an additional cost.

For more information, follow Presta on Instagram.

Roadrunner Coffee Co.

Multiple Locations

There are plenty of drinks to choose on the menu but you need to try one of their Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins before they’re gone! They’ll be making them throughout the fall season.

For more information, follow Crema Coffee on Instagram.

Screwbean Brewing

103 N. Park Ave. #101

The brewery and coffee shop are currently offering a Pumpkin Spice Latte that’s made with espresso, housemade pumpkin pie syrup, and milk before it’s topped with whipped cream and cinnamon.

For more information, follow Screwbean Brewing on Instagram.

Tucson Coffee Cricket

5151 E. Broadway Blvd. #145

Made with real pumpkin, maple syrup, spices, and a syrup that “can’t be beat.” We’re talking about the Pumpkin Spice Latte at Tucson Coffee Cricket. Also, get it as a chai or frappe, too.

For more information, follow Tucson Coffee Cricket on Instagram.

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