If you prefer real pumpkin over artificial pumpkin flavouring in your pumpkin spice latte, head to these cafes who go the extra mile to create a true seasonal beverage. Their house-made beverages are launching early October.
Caffe Divano | 101 Klahanie Dr | Port Moody | 778-355-3304 | @caffedivano
“Our Pumpkin Pie Latte is made with real pumpkin and spices. No flavours or syrups – just the real thing! Dairy-free milk options include soy, coconut and almond.”
Stir Coffee House | 604-940-8005 | Ladner | @stircoffeehouse
“We use a pumpkin puree with spices and then add milk or milk alternative.”
Thomas Haas (Kitsilano) | 2539 W Broadway | 604-736-1848 | @thaaschocolates
“Our PSL is made from scratch — we roast, then purée the pumpkin before adding Haas’ blend of spices. The latte itself is half pumpkin puréé, half milk, with 2 shots of espresso. It’s available now at both Thomas Haas locations in Kitsilano and North Vancouver for $4.20 and is served with a pumpkin truffle on the side. Soy and almond milk are available dairy-free options.
Thomas Haas (North Van) | 128 998 Harbourside Dr | North Van | 604-924-1847 | @thaaschocolates
If you know of a cafe serving pumpkin spice lattes with real pumpkin, let me know and I’ll add it to this list.