The staff reviews Starbucks fall drinks
Pumpkin spice latte
Though the infamous PSL is arguably overhyped, the sweet pumpkin mixed with the bitter coffee is still enjoyable. The latte was topped with whipped cream and pumpkin spice powder, making for a good presentation. It tastes a little artificial, and as Quinn says, it has the overwhelming scent of a white woman’s candle.
Frankie: 8/10 Quinn: 6/10 Willa: 7/10
Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato
Fruit mixed with coffee initially sounded jarring and repulsive, and we were not expecting to like this. However, we were pleasantly surprised at first and the flavors worked. After a few minutes though, as the drink settled in on our pallets, the aftertaste was regrettable and felt like we swallowed a headache.
Frankie: 5/10 Quinn: 4/10 WIlla: 6/10
Iced Chai tea latte with pumpkin cold foam
We can all agree: nothing beats an iced chai in the fall. The ice cream-like sweetness of the cold foam contrasts perfectly with the spices in the chai, and the pumpkin is present yet not too overpowering. Overall, this is the perfect fall drink.
Frankie:10/10Quinn:10/10 Willa: 10/10
Frankie is a member of the Class of 2023, and is the Social Media Editor and a staff writer for Portrait. This is Frankie’s second year on staff as a...
Quinn Martin is a member of the Class of 2024 and is the Photo Editor of Portrait. He has been on staff since his sophomore year during the 2021-22 school...
Willa Cornillie is a member of the Class of 2023 and is one of the Co Editors-in-Chief for Portrait. She has been on staff since her freshman year during...