Fall is full of tempting seasonal drinks, but some are loaded with sugar, fat, and calories that can be detrimental to your health if consumed in excess. While Starbucks may be the go-to place for fall drinks, other coffee chains, fast-food spots, and even homemade options can have high-calorie counts as well. Enjoying the flavors of fall doesn’t have to mean overindulging on sugar and calories. With a few adjustments, you can still savor seasonal drinks without the health drawbacks. Here’s a ranking of 20 popular fall drinks, starting with the unhealthiest, along with details on ingredients and healthier tips for enjoying your seasonal favorites.
Dunkin’ Donuts Pumpkin Swirl Frozen Coffee
Calories: ~850 (large)
Sugar: ~150g
Fat: ~22g
Tip: Choose a smaller size, and consider swapping whole milk for almond or skim milk to reduce calories and sugar.
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Caribou Coffee Pumpkin White Mocha Cooler
Calories: ~700 (large)
Sugar: ~120g
Fat: ~30g
Tip: Opt for half the pumps of syrup and a smaller size to significantly cut calories and sugar.
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Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino
Calories: ~600 (grande)
Sugar: ~75g
Fat: ~20g
Tip: Order a tall (small) size, request fewer pumps of pumpkin syrup, and choose a lighter milk option.
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Dairy Queen Pumpkin Pie Blizzard
Calories: ~710 (small)
Sugar: ~85g
Fat: ~28g
Tip: Go for a mini size to enjoy the flavor while reducing the calories and sugar content.
McDonald’s McCafé Pumpkin Spice Latte
Calories: ~430 (medium)
Sugar: ~60g
Fat: ~14g
Tip: Order with non-fat milk and no whipped cream to save calories.
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Tim Hortons Pumpkin Spice Iced Capp
Calories: ~520 (medium)
Sugar: ~74g
Fat: ~22g
Tip: Ask for fewer pumps of syrup and avoid whipped topping for a lighter version.
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Peet’s Coffee Pumpkin Latte
Calories: ~390 (medium)
Sugar: ~52g
Fat: ~13g
Tip: Request fewer pumps of syrup and skip the whipped cream to reduce sugar.
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Dunkin’ Chai Latte with Pumpkin Swirl
Calories: ~450 (medium)
Sugar: ~70g
Fat: ~10g
Tip: Go for the unsweetened version or use regular chai without the pumpkin swirl to cut down sugar.
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Krispy Kreme Pumpkin Spice Latte
Calories: ~450 (medium)
Sugar: ~57g
Fat: ~15g
Tip: Ask for fewer pumps of syrup and opt for a lighter milk choice.
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Starbucks Salted Caramel Mocha
Calories: ~470 (grande)
Sugar: ~59g
Fat: ~16g
Tip: Choose a tall size and ask for half the syrup to enjoy a similar flavor with less sugar.
Jamba Juice Pumpkin Smash Smoothie
Calories: ~580 (medium)
Sugar: ~96g
Fat: ~7g
Tip: Go for a small size and ask for fewer pumps of syrup if available.
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Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato
Calories: ~350 (grande)
Sugar: ~45g
Fat: ~11g
Tip: Order a smaller size and request fewer pumps of apple syrup.
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Dutch Bros Pumpkin Pie Breve
Calories: ~450 (medium)
Sugar: ~55g
Fat: ~20g
Tip: Ask for the “skinny” version with less syrup and low-fat milk to reduce calories.
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Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
Calories: ~250 (grande)
Sugar: ~31g
Fat: ~12g
Tip: This drink is lower-calorie compared to others, but you can still request fewer pumps of vanilla syrup for a lighter option.
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Dunkin’ Maple Pecan Iced Coffee
Calories: ~270 (medium with cream and sugar)
Sugar: ~36g
Fat: ~9g
Tip: Request skim milk or almond milk and reduce added sugar to enjoy the fall flavors without as many calories.
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Starbucks Chestnut Praline Latte
Calories: ~330 (grande)
Sugar: ~39g
Fat: ~13g
Tip: Opt for a tall size and ask for one pump of syrup to reduce the sugar and calories.
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Dunkin’ Hot Caramel Cider
Calories: ~300 (medium)
Sugar: ~55g
Fat: ~2g
Tip: Try making this at home with unsweetened apple cider and a touch of caramel syrup for a lighter option.
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Tim Hortons Maple Latte
Calories: ~280 (medium)
Sugar: ~34g
Fat: ~9g
Tip: Reduce the syrup and choose a smaller size to enjoy the flavor without overdoing the sugar.
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Starbucks Hot Chocolate with Pumpkin Spice
Calories: ~400 (grande)
Sugar: ~43g
Fat: ~14g
Tip: Opt for a tall size, request fewer pumps of pumpkin syrup, and skip the whipped cream.
Chai Latte with Pumpkin Spice (Various Locations)
Calories: ~330 (medium)
Sugar: ~45g
Fat: ~10g
Tip: Opt for less syrup and consider non-fat milk to reduce calories.
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