As for Alyssa Gangeri, pastry chef and managing partner at The Butter Milk Ranch in Nashville, Tennessee, pumpkin spice “reminds me of family gatherings, cozying up as the weather cools, and preparing for the holiday season. There’s also a psychological connection with indulgence and self-care as people enjoy this seasonal treat.”

As pumpkin spice season returns, Starbucks reveals that just three pounds of puree can produce 800 grande-sized Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Introduced in 2015, real pumpkin puree now enhances the iconic PSL,

Of course, when we at PopCrush see cinnamon, we think of Fireball, which if added to apple cider makes a great fall drink for the adults over 21 looking to have some fun and text their ex at the end of the night — just remember to delete the thread in the morning.

Love them or hate them, Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte is here to stay. The drink uses real pumpkin, but how many PSLs can you get from one gourd?

Wondering when pumpkin spice is coming back to Starbucks? Wonder no more – the official Starbucks fall menu has been released! After online rumors about the fall menu started circulating last month, my cravings for a PSL have been through the roof.