How to Make the Perfect Pumpkin Spice Latte from Home, Hot or Iced

Turn Your Kitchen Into a Café

Autumn is nearly upon us, and nothing says cozy quite like a pumpkin spice latte. But do you really need to queue up at a café, pay a fiver, and hope they don’t drown it in syrup? Nope.

You can make a barista-worthy PSL right in your own kitchen — and sip it from your Greens Steel tumbler that keeps it hot and delicious for hours.

Here’s how to nail the perfect pumpkin spice latte at home, hot and iced.

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• Hot Pumpkin Spice Latte

• Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte

How to Make a Hot Pumpkin Spice Latte

What You’ll Need (Hot)

• 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy — oat milk makes it extra creamy)
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée (canned or homemade)
• 1–2 tablespoons sugar, maple syrup, or sweetener of choice
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup strong hot coffee or 1–2 shots espresso
• Whipped cream for topping (optional, but highly recommended)
• A 550 Ml Greens Steel Tumbler to keep it hot and spill-proof

Step-by-Step Instructions (Hot)

1. Warm the Milk & Pumpkin — In a small saucepan, whisk together milk and pumpkin purée over medium heat until steaming (but not boiling).
2. Add Flavor — Whisk in the sugar (or maple syrup), pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla until smooth and fragrant.
3. Blend for Froth (Optional) — Want that signature café froth? Pour the mixture into a blender and blend for 30 seconds until light and foamy.
4. Mix With Coffee — Pour the hot coffee or espresso into your Greens Steel tumbler. Top with the pumpkin milk mixture. Stir gently to combine.
5. Finish with Whipped Cream & Spice — Add a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle a little extra pumpkin pie spice on top. Insta-worthy and delicious.

How to Make an Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte

What You’ll Need (Iced)

• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, chilled)
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée (canned or homemade)
• 1–2 tablespoons sugar, maple syrup, or sweetener of choice
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup strong brewed coffee, cooled (or 1–2 shots cooled espresso)
• Ice cubes
• Whipped cream (optional topping)
• A 550 Ml Greens Steel tumbler (to keep it cold and condensation-free)

Step-by-Step Instructions (Iced)

1. Blend Pumpkin & Milk — In a blender or shaker, combine cold milk, pumpkin purée, sweetener, pumpkin spice, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Add Coffee — Pour in the cooled coffee or espresso. Mix or shake again until fully combined.
3. Fill Your Tumbler — Add ice cubes to your Greens Steel tumbler, then pour the pumpkin spice mixture over the top.
4. Finish & Serve — Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice for that café-style look. Insert a reusable straw and enjoy your autumn refreshment.

Benefits of Home Brewing

• Save Money: A homemade PSL costs a fraction of what you’d pay at a café.
• Control the Ingredients: Less sugar, non-dairy milk, and real pumpkin if you want.
• Eco-Friendly: No single-use cups. Just your reusable, stainless steel Greens Steel tumbler.
• Customisable: Make it as strong, sweet, or spicy as you like.
• Stay Cozy Anywhere: Thanks to double-wall insulation, your drink stays hot whether you’re working at home or heading out for an autumn walk.

Pro Tips for the Perfect PSL

• Batch Your Spice Mix: Mix up a jar of pumpkin pie spice ahead of time to make future lattes faster.
• Upgrade Your Coffee: Use freshly ground beans for a richer, café-style flavour.
• Try Maple Syrup: It adds a deeper, autumnal sweetness than sugar alone.

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Final Sip

You don’t need a café queue or a seasonal menu board to get that pumpkin spice fix. With a few pantry staples and your trusty Greens Steel Beast Tumbler, you can whip up the perfect PSL at home that’s hotter, fresher, and way tastier.

So go on and light a candle, pull on your cosiest jumper, and sip autumn from the comfort of your own kitchen.

Thanks for stopping by, until next time.
Jenn, Greens Steel