On International Coffee Day (Oct. 1), toast to coffee beans and fall flavors with a S’mores Latte at Northern Vessel. (Photo: Northern Vessel)
Writer: Hailey Evans
International Coffee Day is Oct. 1. Celebrate accordingly.
I just recently learned how to work my husband’s espresso machine. And you know what? I have to say it: How can the manufacturers possibly expect me to remember so many intricate steps to pull “the perfect shot” before I’ve had the caffeine that makes my brain work? It’s a flawed system, if you ask me. So, for now, I’ll keep outsourcing my lattes to the pros who do it best.
Here are a few drinks I’m excited about for the new PSL season:
1. Malted Maple Latte, Horizon Line Coffee. My mom used to ask me if I “wanted some pancakes with my syrup.” Suffice to say, espresso with barley malt-infused maple syrup sounds right up my alley.
2. Golden Spice, Chain & Spoke. Pumpkin tends to get all the love this season, but there are other fall flavors worth writing home (or a newsletter) about. This one is an oat milk latte paired with a spiced toffee syrup.
3. S’mores Latte, Northern Vessel. Nothing says “fall” more than a bonfire. And where there’s smoke, there are marshmallows burning for s’mores. Espresso with honey graham cracker, chocolate, marshmallow? Say less.
4. The Sparrow, The Slow Down Coffee Co. This latte is inspired by warm, spiced buttered rum — perfect as we step into the holidays.
5. Pumpkin Spice Latte, Mayalu Coffee. Satisfy your pumpkin-spicy cravings and support a small business, too. They use their own house-made pumpkin syrup.
Bonus beans: After hours, check out these coffee-infused drinks to fuel your next night on the town.
1. The Café-tini, Good News Darling. Like an espresso martini’s fun drunk aunt. Vodka, dark roast, lavender, vanilla, sparkling rosé.
2. Fame is the New Art, Bartender’s Handshake. This one is nonalcoholic, but I’m sure the friendly bartenders would add a shot if necessary. Pineapple, espresso, egg white, lime, honey.
