Review: Krispy Kreme Pumpkin Spice Latte (Hot & Iced)
This one surprised me. Instead of being sweet or creamy like most PSL-inspired drinks, both the hot and iced versions leaned heavily on spice and bitter coffee. The pumpkin was basically absent, leaving behind a drink that felt more like a spiced latte than anything seasonal.
The hot version was sharp and strong — not bad if you like your coffee bold, but far from the cozy pumpkin latte vibe. The iced version softened things a little, but it still wasn’t the sweet fall drink most people expect.
Bottom Line: If you want a spiced, bitter-forward latte, this works. But if you’re chasing pumpkin, you won’t find it here.
✨ Want to try this one at home? I’ll be posting my copycat recipe for it next week. Keep an eye out if you want to recreate the flavor without the drive-thru.