What is “pumpkin creep”? The term “pumpkin creep” refers to the fact that pumpkin spice stuff seems to appear earlier and earlier every year, despite the fact that the actual autumn itself has always begun in late September and runs through late December. During the pandemic in 2020, we saw pumpkin spice products nudge upward in the calendar since everyone was bummed about missing out on their summer plans. Since everyone was stuck inside anyway, the theory went, they might as well start feeling the cozy fall vibes.
It’s a marketing strategy that seems to have grown legs. That’s why we’re talking about cozy autumn brews in the middle of July. Autumn beers debuting in August 2023
Two major beer brands, Samuel Adams and Dogfish Head, are ushering in this early fall season. On August 1, Dogfish Head is dropping its annual release of Punkin Ale, which has the distinction of using actual pumpkin flesh along with pumpkin spice and a touch of brown sugar.
2023’s Pumpkin Beers Are Already Starting to Drop:
Samuel Adams Jack-O pumpkin ale is brewed with the intention of creating a flavor profile light and crisp enough to enjoy during those warmer days while transitioning into fall. It blends classic spiced flavors like pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, along with subtle notes of fresh citrus to keep it balanced and refreshing. Sam Adams didn’t stop there, though. In addition to this more versatile ale, the brewery also released its signature OctoberFest beer this week as well as a Beer Fest variety pack, which includes the seasonal Flannel Fest Munich Dunkel.
Also making an early appearance is the Dogfish Head Punkin Ale, now offered in cans for the first time with a new packaging design. This full-bodied brown ale is undeniably autumnal — brewed with real pumpkin meat, brown sugar, and fall spices — so it might be a little more difficult to integrate into the cooler during the summer heat.
Evil Genuis Brewing Company
Trick or Treat Chocolate Pumpkin Porter
This beer is haunted! Its a dark roasty porter with cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and chocolate, and it tastes amazing, but don’t drink it! Its Haunted!
Young’s Jersey Dairy has declared it’s pumpkin season
They’ve announced that Homemade Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Bread and our Pumpkin Bumpkin Shake are now available in the Dairy Store:
What Dunkin’ has in Store:
According to a rumored press release shared by food blogger Markie Devo on Instagram, pumpkin spice will be at Dunkin’ Wednesday, August 16!
The social media user always shares leaked food secrets and is usually spot on with his dates – so it looks like you haven’t got long to wait.
Drinks
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Nutty Pumpkin Coffee
- Iced Nutty Pumpkin Coffee
Food
- Maple Sugar Bacon Breakfast Sandwich
- Snackin’ Bacon
- Pumpkin Donut
- Munchkins
- Pumpkin Muffin
The date you need to put in your calendar is Thursday, August 24 because that’s when the fall menu is rumored to begin at Starbucks in 2023.
Here are the alleged Starbucks fall 2023 drinks:
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
- Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte (NEW)
- Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso (NEW)
- Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato
-Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken EspressoNEW Tea::
-Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte
Ground coffee!!
-Guatemala Casi Cielo(not pictured)
Food!!
-Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
-Owl Cake Po
15 Pumpkin Items You Can Buy at Aldi Right Now
L’oven Fresh Pumpkin Spice Bagels, $1.99
Look out, Trader Joe’s! Aldi is dropping its own version of pumpkin-flavored bagels to change up your morning routine.
Happy Farms Pumpkin Pie Cream Cheese Spread, $1.49
Add a touch of this spread to a pumpkin bagel or English muffin for a little fall-flavored boost in the morning.
Bake Shop Pumpkin Cake Roll, $4.29Talk about a sweet treat! This refrigerated, sliceable Swiss roll combines a thin layer of moist pumpkin cake with a cream cheese filling for a super-seasonal dessert. One cake serves eight, and a slice contains 280 calories.
Pumpkin Pie Dessert Hummus, $2.49
Dessert hummus might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but Aldi’s new fall flavors could create some sweet hummus converts. This dessert dip would be delicious with pretzels or apple slices—especially if you’re trying out the sea salt-caramel flavor. This gluten-free, vegan dessert contains just 50 calories per serving.
Pumpkin Cheesecake-Drizzled Caramel Corn, $2.99
This indulgent-looking dessert aims to please those crunch-lovers with a sweet tooth. Aldi has added pumpkin pie spice to the standard caramel corn glaze and topped it with a drizzle of creamy cheesecake frosting.
Clancy’s Pumpkin Spice Yogurt-Covered Pretzels, $1.99
A perfect snack for salty-sweet devotees (and a pretty glamorous fall charcuterie board addition) these pretzels contain 130 calories per 1-ounce serving.
Friendly Farms Pumpkin Whipped Dairy Topping, $2.89
Yum! Instagram commenters are excited to add a little squirt of this whipped cream to their coffee in the morning—and we’re sure the maple-vanilla version would be delicious on top of some weekend waffles.
Bake House Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, $2.99
We can’t wait to try this twist on a classic cinnamon roll. Served up with a cup of pumpkin spice-flavored coffee, it sounds like a deliciously indulgent weekend brunch treat.
Belmont Pumpkin Ice Cream, $1.89
If you live in a home divided by whether it’s currently summer or fall, this creamy treat should inspire some agreement. This spiced pumpkin ice cream contains 180 calories and 20 grams of sugar per serving.
State of Brewing Pumpkin Cider, $7.99
Aldi is adding some seasonal touches to its wine and beer lineup, and this cozy-looking pumpkin pie cider could be an easy way to change up your game day drink selection this fall.
