More restaurants and retailers including Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts and IHOP are launching their limited-time pumpkin items in August.
Both drinks address the rising popularity of cold drinks, which account for more than three-quarters of all Starbucks beverage orders, no matter the season. They also happen to be more temperature-appropriate options for late August, when many consumers are still battling the heat and seeking air conditioning.
For all the grumbling over Starbucks' early fall menu, some of its rivals entered the arena even earlier. Dunkin', which is privately owned by Inspire Brands, released its autumn menu Aug. 16, eight days before Starbucks launched its items.IHOP released its fall menu, including pumpkin spice pancakes and pumpkin spice cold foam cold brew, on Aug. 28, six days later than its launch last year.
"The fact of the matter is, it's a popular menu item … I think we could offer it at any time and people would buy it," Donahue said.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Workers blast Ed Sheeran for shooting ad at Seattle Starbucks store accused of union bustingBritish singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran is in hot water with Starbucks Workers United after he promoted his upcoming album by working a shift at a Seattle Starbucks store.
Read more »
The Wonderful Autumn of Mickey Mouse: Where to Watch & Stream OnlineThe Wonderful Autumn of Mickey Mouse is available to watch and stream online with a subscription. Here are all the details.
Read more »
Starbucks’ New Pumpkin Chai Tea Has More Calories Than This Popular Thanksgiving Dessert???There’s a lot to unpack regarding the new Starbucks fall menu.
Read more »
Man robs Starbucks in Cook County at gunpoint: policeA man robbed a Starbucks at gunpoint in Glenview Tuesday night.
Read more »
Amal Clooney Unveils “English Toffee” Highlights For AutumnShe just touched down in Venice with a new hair look.
Read more »
I Tried Starbucks’ New Fall Menu & One Drink Blew Me AwayThe coffee chain's signature Pumpkin Spice Latte isn't the only autumnal beverage worth sipping on this season, it turns out.
Read more »