Pumpkin Spice Instant Latte

I was skeptical about instant, but the freeze-dried coffee actually tastes fresh, and the real pumpkin powder gives it a genuine squash note instead of fake syrup flavor. Stirred it into hot water on a cold morning and the warm spices hit exactly like a coffee shop drink.

This is my third tub this season, and it’s the only thing that gets me out of bed before my alarm. The coconut milk powder makes it richer than the usual instant lattes, and I love that it’s not overly sweet.

The real pumpkin powder actually comes through—it tastes like a proper fall treat, not a fake syrupy mess. I’ve been making it with hot oat milk and it’s the coziest five-minute ritual after work.