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Starbucks launches PSL August 25 with new fall flavor lineup
Original headline: “Starbucks to bring back Pumpkin Spice Latte on Aug. 25”
Why this matters
Starbucks is pushing fall flavor season earlier again, with Pumpkin Spice Latte returning August 25 alongside new beverages built around chai cider, banana bread, and pecan. When Starbucks moves its seasonal calendar, the rest of the industry follows: food cost buyers, distributors, and customers all start expecting fall flavors on independent menus within weeks. Independent operators who wait until September to rotate seasonal specials lose 3 to 4 weeks of margin on high-ticket LTO items that carry strong perceived value.
What to do
Schedule your fall specials launch for the last week of August and confirm ingredient sourcing with your distributor before the seasonal rush compresses supply.
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Published Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:08:23 GMT
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