It may still feel like summer, but Starbucks is already thinking about pumpkin spice, cozy sweaters and everything autumn.
The coffee chain's 2026 fall menu officially arrives August 25, bringing back the Pumpkin Spice Latte alongside returning favorites and a surprisingly large collection of new seasonal drinks.
And this year, Starbucks isn't stopping at pumpkin.
There's banana bread, pecan, matcha, chai and even a brand-new drink called Iced Chaider.
So whether you're a devoted PSL fan or someone who wants to try something completely different, here's what's coming.
🎃 1. Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso — NEW
If you like your fall drinks cold, this could be one of the most interesting new additions.
The Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso combines Starbucks Blonde Espresso with brown sugar syrup and cinnamon.
It's shaken over ice with oatmilk and topped with pumpkin cream cold foam.
The vibe: Pumpkin spice meets an iced espresso drink.
🍵 2. Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha — NEW
Matcha fans haven't been left out of the fall festivities.
The new Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha combines iced matcha with Starbucks' pumpkin cream cold foam.
It's an interesting combination for anyone who wants the autumn flavor profile without ordering another espresso drink.
The vibe: Earthy matcha + creamy pumpkin.
☕ 3. Pumpkin Spice Chai — NEW
Starbucks is also giving chai drinkers their own pumpkin-spiced option.
The Pumpkin Spice Chai combines black tea infused with cinnamon and warming spices, steamed milk and sweet pumpkin sauce, finished with pumpkin spice topping.
The vibe: Cozy, spicy and very autumnal.
🍌 4. Iced Banana Bread Latte — NEW
Here's where Starbucks gets a little more unexpected.
The Iced Banana Bread Latte is inspired by freshly baked banana bread.
It combines Blonde Espresso, banana syrup, milk and ice, then gets topped with brown sugar cream cold foam and cinnamon dolce topping.
And unlike some seasonal drinks, Starbucks says the banana bread-inspired drinks will be available beyond the fall season.
The vibe: Banana bread in iced coffee form.
🍌 5. Iced Banana Bread Chai — NEW
If banana bread and chai sound like an unexpectedly good combination, Starbucks is betting you're right.
The Iced Banana Bread Chai combines spiced chai with banana syrup, brown sugar cream cold foam and cinnamon dolce topping.
The vibe: Sweet, spicy and bakery-inspired.
This may be one of the more adventurous drinks on the menu.
🍎 6. Iced Chaider — NEW
The name alone is likely to get people talking.
Iced Chaider combines Starbucks chai with vibrant strawberry acai flavors to create a crisp, cider-like drink.
It's a very different direction from the traditional pumpkin lineup.
The vibe: Fruity, refreshing and fall-inspired without being pumpkin-heavy.
🎃 7. Pumpkin Spice Latte — BACK AGAIN
Of course, we can't talk about Starbucks' fall menu without mentioning the PSL.
The iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte returns August 25.
It's still the drink that essentially signals the unofficial beginning of fall for millions of coffee fans.
Whether you're a PSL loyalist or someone who thinks pumpkin spice season arrives too early, there's no denying its cultural staying power.
🧊 8. Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew — RETURNING
The Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is also returning.
It's made with cold brew, vanilla syrup and pumpkin cream cold foam.
For people who want pumpkin flavor but don't necessarily want a hot latte, this remains one of the strongest alternatives.
The vibe: Cold, creamy and less latte-heavy.
🧋 9. Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai — RETURNING
Another returning favorite is the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai.
It's made with black tea infused with cinnamon and other spices, milk and pumpkin cream cold foam.
It's particularly appealing if you prefer chai's spiced flavor over coffee.
🥤 10. Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino — RETURNING
Yes, the Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino Blended Beverage is back too.
If you're looking for a colder, sweeter way to get your pumpkin spice fix, this is the obvious choice.
🌰 11. Pecan Cortado — RETURNING
Pumpkin isn't getting all the attention this year.
Starbucks is bringing back its pecan lineup, starting with the Pecan Cortado.
It combines Blonde Espresso with pecan flavors, steamed whole milk and the rich, buttery notes associated with the fall flavor.
The vibe: Nutty, rich and slightly more sophisticated.
🧊 12. Iced Pecan Crunch Latte — RETURNING
The Iced Pecan Crunch Latte is also back.
Expect espresso, nutty pecan flavors, brown-butter-inspired notes and warming baking spices.
It's a good option if you want something seasonal but are getting tired of pumpkin.
☕ 13. Pecan Crunch Latte — RETURNING
Prefer your coffee hot?
The Pecan Crunch Latte brings those same comforting pecan and baking-spice flavors into a warm latte.
It's perhaps the most traditionally "fall" feeling of the pecan lineup.
📋 The Complete 2026 Starbucks Fall Drink Lineup
Here's the quick version:
| Drink | Status | Flavor direction |
|---|---|---|
| Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso | 🆕 New | Pumpkin, brown sugar, cinnamon |
| Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha | 🆕 New | Matcha + pumpkin |
| Pumpkin Spice Chai | 🆕 New | Pumpkin + chai spices |
| Iced Banana Bread Latte | 🆕 New | Banana bread + coffee |
| Iced Banana Bread Chai | 🆕 New | Banana + chai |
| Iced Chaider | 🆕 New | Chai + cider-inspired fruit |
| Pumpkin Spice Latte | 🔄 Returning | Classic pumpkin spice |
| Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew | 🔄 Returning | Cold brew + pumpkin cream |
| Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai | 🔄 Returning | Chai + pumpkin cream |
| Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino | 🔄 Returning | Frozen pumpkin spice |
| Pecan Cortado | 🔄 Returning | Pecan + espresso |
| Iced Pecan Crunch Latte | 🔄 Returning | Iced pecan latte |
| Pecan Crunch Latte | 🔄 Returning | Hot pecan latte |
Starbucks' official fall guide confirms the full lineup and the August 25 launch date.
🏆 Which New Starbucks Drink Should You Try First?
Obviously, taste is personal—but here's a fun way to choose.
🎃 You love pumpkin:
Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso
🍵 You're a matcha person:
Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha
🫖 You prefer chai:
Pumpkin Spice Chai
🍌 You love banana bread:
Iced Banana Bread Latte
🍌 + 🫖 You want something unusual:
Iced Banana Bread Chai
🍎 You want something totally different:
Iced Chaider
🌰 You're over pumpkin:
Pecan Cortado
🧊 You want something cold:
Iced Pecan Crunch Latte
🍂 Starbucks Is Going Beyond Pumpkin
One of the most interesting things about the 2026 menu is how much broader the fall flavor lineup has become.
Pumpkin is still the star.
But Starbucks is also leaning into:
Banana bread
Pecan
Chai
Matcha
Cider-inspired flavors
That makes this year's menu feel less like simply "PSL season" and more like an entire collection of autumn flavors.
🧁 And There Are New Fall Foods, Too
If you're grabbing a drink, Starbucks is also introducing some new food options.
The new Chicken Bacon Protein Pocket contains chicken, bacon and creamy garlic-herb cheese spread in toasted whole-wheat lavash and has 20 grams of protein.
There's also a new Hedgehog Cake Pop, while the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin returns.
So technically, you could make an entire fall Starbucks order out of the new menu.
🛍️ And Yes, There's Fall Merch
For the PSL faithful, Starbucks is also launching a PSL Society merchandise collection featuring seasonal drinkware and a PSL-inspired hat.
Because apparently drinking pumpkin spice isn't enough.
You now need to dress like you drink pumpkin spice too.
📅 When Does the Starbucks Fall Menu Start?
The 2026 Starbucks fall menu officially launches August 25, 2026.
Availability can vary by market, store and inventory, so check your local Starbucks before making a special trip.
And if you're reading this on August 23, you've got just two days to wait.
✨ The Pyteline Take
The Pumpkin Spice Latte may be the drink that tells us fall is here, but Starbucks' 2026 lineup is clearly trying to give pumpkin some competition.
Between banana bread, pecan, matcha, chai and the unusual new Chaider, there's something for people who want their fall drink to be classic, adventurous, creamy, fruity or completely unexpected.
So when August 25 arrives, the real question isn't:
"Are you getting a PSL?"
It's:
"Which fall drink are you trying first?"
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Starbucks fall menu start in 2026?
The Starbucks fall menu launches on August 25, 2026.
What new Starbucks drinks are coming for fall 2026?
New drinks include the Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso, Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha, Pumpkin Spice Chai, Iced Banana Bread Latte, Iced Banana Bread Chai and Iced Chaider.
Is the Pumpkin Spice Latte coming back?
Yes. The Pumpkin Spice Latte returns August 25, 2026.
Is Starbucks bringing back pecan drinks?
Yes. The Pecan Cortado, Iced Pecan Crunch Latte and Pecan Crunch Latte are returning.
What is Starbucks Chaider?
The new Iced Chaider combines Starbucks chai with strawberry acai flavors for a crisp, cider-inspired drink.
Are the banana bread drinks permanent?
Starbucks says the Iced Banana Bread Latte and Iced Banana Bread Chai will be available beyond the fall season.
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