5 Fall Coffee Drinks That Aren’t Pumpkin Spice But Still Ring in Fall
PSL orders are nothing to mess with! That spicy taste, the creamy foam, it’s obvious why it’s had its moment as a cozy and nostalgic drink. And at the end of the day, it’ll always have a seat at the fall flavor table, even at our craft coffee cart.
But as much as everyone seems to love pumpkin spice coffee, sometimes you want something a little different. Something that still gives you all the cinnamon-sweater-weather energy, but without tasting like it was pre-mixed at a drive-thru.
If you’re craving fall without the pumpkin, here are five drinks that bring the vibe, warm the soul, and might just become your new seasonal favorite.
1. Maple Brown Sugar Latte
This one tastes like golden leaves and Saturday mornings.
Maple syrup brings a subtle earthiness. Brown sugar adds warmth. Combined with espresso and steamed milk? It’s sweet, rich, and gently spiced, like your favorite breakfast in a cup.
It’s the ultimate drink for slow mornings, soft playlists, and inbox-clearing marathons.
2. Cinnamon Oat Milk Cappuccino
Simple, creamy, and way more elevated than it sounds.
The oat milk brings in that toasted, nutty base. Add a light dusting of cinnamon (we’ll do it for you) and you’ve got a fall drink that feels grown-up cozy.
It’s less sweet, more grounding, and ideal for anyone who wants fall flavors without a sugar rush.
Do you have back-to-back meetings, library study breaks, or feel like catching up with a friend over a hot cup of craft brew? This is the coffee order for you!
3. Caramel Apple Cold Brew
Yes, we went there with the cold brew. Because fall in Texas still feels like summer until late, November?
This drink combines the crisp tartness of apple with buttery caramel. We don’t offer fake syrup vibes here. It’s refreshing, seasonal, and wildly addictive without being heavy.
As a bonus, it looks amazing in a clear cup.
4. Ginger Molasses Latte
Spicy. Sweet. Slightly smoky. And yes, it tastes like your favorite holiday cookie came back from study abroad a little cooler.
Ginger gives it a kick. Molasses adds depth. Together, they create a drink that’s bold but balanced, like fall weather in liquid form.
This drink is perfect for writing sessions, rainy days, and sipping with both hands while you people-watch.
5. Toasted Vanilla Cardamom Latte
This one’s for the flavor nerds in all the best ways.
Cardamom is floral, citrusy, and just the right amount of spicy. Add toasted vanilla and you’ve got a complex, layered drink that feels both classic and unexpected.
It’s elegant. It’s aromatic. It makes you feel like you’re sipping something special, because whenever you order from Olive Coffee Cart, you are.
Bring These Drinks to Your Campus, Office, or Event With Olive Coffee Cart
At Olive Coffee Cart, fall is not just pumpkin and whipped cream. We rotate seasonal drinks all season long, including these five, and a few surprise specials that keep things interesting.
Whether you’re booking a cart for finals week, an office party, or a fall wedding, we’ve got the drinks that warm hands and win hearts.