Hot on the heels of the Starbucks Fall Menu announcement, Dunkin’s is now arriving even earlier than usual with a generous lineup of brand-new fall treats, according to leaked menus circulating on social media by trusted food blogger Markie Devo.
As Food & Wine reports, Dunkin’ is seemingly going all-out on fall flavors, and it’s all due to arrive on August 20, getting a jump on Starbucks by 6 days.
Here’s the rundown: The early fall menu kicks off with a Cereal n’ Milk Latte, which sounds like a sugary play on the chain’s fan-favorite Dunkalatte. No confirmation yet on its flavor profile, though. It’s accompanied by the classic Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte, which combines a Dunkin’ pumpkin flavor swirl with vanilla and espresso.
Outside of the coffee realm, the Mixed Berry Daydream Refresher is also (allegedly) slated for a fall debut. Similar to Sabrina’s seasonal Strawberry Dream Refresher, this plant-based drink combines flavors of strawberry and blueberry with creamy oatmilk and a layer of cold foam.
Consider rounding out your breakfast run with a few light bites, including the rumored Chipotle Loaded Hash Browns. This savory side seems to be a variation of the chain’s loaded potato series, following the brief run of brisket-topped hash browns last winter. You might pair it with the Maple Sugar Bacon Sandwich (or any of the limited-edition Maple Sugar Bacon lineup) or a slice of the Iced Pumpkin Loaf. Got a sweet tooth? Dunkin’s got something for you in its rumored Kreme Delight and Pumpkin Doughnuts — there’s also the icing-drizzled Pumpkin Muffin.
And then, at the end of August, one familiar favorite is returning: the $6 Meal Deal. This value combo first hit the scene in late April, adding a breakfast sandwich and hash browns to your usual drink order.
As for Markie Devoe’s sources, the food blogger claims he gets this information from unnamed Dunkin’ employees, so we’ll just have to take his word for it. Last year, the Pumpkin Spice Latte came back on August 28 — suggesting Markie might have some Dunkin’ cred. The Massachusetts-based company didn’t immediately respond to our request for comment.
If the food bloggers are right, even more sweetness is on the way. Late-season Halloween treats could mark the second wave of autumnal delights arriving on October 15. Rumored treats include the Candy Bar Signature Latte, the Halloween Sprinkle Doughnut, and the limited-edition Halloween Munchkin Bucket.
That also signals the return of the mischievous Spider Doughnut, which drummed up an enthusiastic social following on Dunkin’s channels over the past year. The vivid purple donut, adorned with a single chocolate Munchkin and icing limbs, successfully took over the brand’s Instagram in October.
Pumpkin spice season is otherwise alive and thriving. Starbucks has already marked its start date for the OG Pumpkin Spice Latte as August 26. (That’s nearly a week after Dunkin’s version is supposed to debut, and later than usual for the chain.) Grocery brands, such as Nutpods and International Delight, have already taken their fall products to market. Dunkin’s returning Pumpkin Munchkin creamer — yes, inspired by the bite-sized doughnuts — hit shelves earlier this month.
Even if summer temperatures haven’t cooled down, we can at least pretend it’s the cozy season. It’s even better with a seasonal drink in hand, of course.
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