When autumn falls we all crave the spicy flavours. Our perception of the season goes hand in hand with the aromas, that we smell and taste year after year. Those warm, happy memories are often in a cup of Pumpkin Spice Latte.

I love this version that you can easily create in the cozy of your own kitchen.

Mis en Place

Pumpkin Spice Syrup

1½ C. Sugar

1½ C. Water

6 Cinnamon Sticks

1 Tsp Ground Cloves

1 Tsp Ground Ginger

2 Tsp Ground Nutmeg

1 Tsp Vanilla Extract

4 Tbsp Pumpkin Purée

Latte

1 C. Milk, of your choice

1 Shot of Espresso

2-3 Tbsp Pumpkin Spice Syrup

Whipped Cream (optional)

Pumpkin Pie Spices

Method

Make Pumpkin Spice Syrup

Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan.

Once the sugar dissolved, add all spices, extract, and pumpkin purée.

Simmer until thickened, roughly 20 minutes.

Strain and set aside.

Latte Assembly

Brew espresso and froth the milk.

Place syrup in mug, follow with hot espresso and stir.

Top with frothed milk and whipping cream if using.

Garnish with pumpkin pie spices.