Autumn Coffee

Deadlines are piling up. I need coffee. But I need- seasonal- coffee. A coffee that's going to make me feel like I'm actually outside and wrapped up warm, throwing amber leaves up into the air in the light of a roasting bonfire, rather than cramming an essay at 2am under the sterile lights of the library.

Seasonal Picks:

Pumpkin Spice Latte: Starbucks

Very sweet, like carrot cake in a cup. Made with espresso and milk and highlighted by notes of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove; topped with whipped cream. Starbucks sold 200 million Pumpkin Spice Lattes in the drink's first decade, it's safe to say this is a very popular autumn drink.

Bonfire Spiced Latte: Costa

Part of the autumn collection (includes the Bonfire Spiced Latte, Bonfire Spiced Cold Brew and Bonfire Spiced Hot Chocolate). Cosy and toasty. Strong notes of cinnamon.

Maple Latte: Starbucks

This was probably my favourite. Espresso, a smokey maple flavoured syrup and milk with whipped cream and finished with a maple sugar topping.

Homemade version:

I took a little inspiration from all 3 seasonal coffees to create this drink. If you don't like sweet, flavoured coffee, this definitely isn't the beverage for you!

Ingredients:

• 60ml milk

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (plus extra for sprinkling the top)

• 1/2 tsp nutmeg

• Caramelito Nespresso (Or instant coffee and a little caramel sauce)

• Whipped cream

• Maple syrup

Instructions:

1. Warm the milk with the cinnamon and nutmeg in the microwave.

2. Make the coffee.

3. Top with whipped cream.

4. Sprinkle with cinnamon and drizzle with maple syrup (to taste).

I hope you love this a latte! x