As autumn rolls in, it's that time of year again when everything turns the colour of a pumpkin and starts smelling like a spice rack exploded in the kitchen. Yep, you guessed it – we're diving into the delightful history of pumpkin spice in drinks. So, grab your favourite autumnal mug, and let's dive in!
Chapter 1: Pumpkin Spice's Hilarious Origins
Picture this: it's the 17th century, and some ingenious spice trader is trying to convince people that mixing pumpkin and spices is the next big thing. They must have had quite a sales pitch! Yet somehow it caught on, and people loved the flavour combination!
Chapter 2: The Coffee Craze
Fast forward to the 21st century, and we've got pumpkin spice lattes everywhere. It's like a caffeinated cult! Baristas don't even ask if you want whipped cream anymore; they just assume. "Would you like some coffee with that whipped cream and sprinkle of pumpkin spice?"
Chapter 3: The Pumpkin Spice Takeover
Did you know that pumpkin spice has infiltrated not only coffee but also tea, beer, and even shampoo? That's right – now you can lather up with the essence of a pumpkin spice latte while sipping on a pumpkin spice beer. If we're not careful, our entire lives will soon be pumpkin-spiced.
Chapter 4: The Great Pumpkin Spice Debate
The internet is divided between those who eagerly await the first hint of autumn to savour pumpkin spice and those who think it's a conspiracy to turn us all into pumpkin zombies. Whether you’re a pumpkin spice girlie or prefer your coffee black, you have to respect that pumpkin spice has a place on modern day menus, and maybe you just haven’t tried it in a form you enjoy yet!
Want to give it another go? Or are you desperate to get your mitts on even more pumpkin spice? Check out our favourite pumpkin spice recipes for food and drink here:
Chapter 5: The Future of Pumpkin Spice
What's next for pumpkin spice? Will we see pumpkin spice toothpaste, deodorant, or maybe even car air fresheners? Who knows, but one thing's for sure: we're in for some wild pumpkin spice innovations.
Conclusion:
So there you have it, the spicy history of pumpkin spice in drinks. It's a flavourful journey filled with laughs, lattes, and a whole lot of cinnamon. Whether you're a pumpkin spice enthusiast or a sceptic, one thing is certain – it's a spice that has made its mark on the world in a delightfully hilarious way. So, embrace the pumpkin spice season, it’s not going anywhere and rightfully so! Cheers to all things autumnal, spicy, and, of course, pumpkin flavoured!
