Reintroducing PSL: Pumpkin Saffron Latte — a luxurious twist that blends the comforting flavors of pumpkin and spice with the golden elegance of saffron. Known as one of the world’s rarest and most precious ingredients, saffron doesn’t just add color; it brings a subtle floral warmth that elevates every sip. Whether you’re curled up under a blanket or need a refreshing iced version, this drink is fall indulgence at its finest, and it's caffeine free!
Ingredients (1 serving)
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1 cup milk (dairy or oat milk for creaminess)
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2 tbsp pumpkin purée (unsweetened)
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1 tbsp maple syrup (or honey)
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½ tsp pumpkin pie spice (or mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, clove)
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A small pinch (3–4 strands) Tahmina saffron, bloomed in 1 tbsp hot water
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Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
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Extra cinnamon or saffron strand (for garnish)
Hot Pumpkin Saffron Latte
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Bloom the saffron: Place 3–4 saffron strands in 1 tbsp hot water. Let sit for 5 minutes.
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Heat the base: In a small saucepan, whisk milk, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, and pumpkin spice. Warm gently until steaming (don’t boil).
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Combine: Stir in saffron water. Adjust sweetness to taste.
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Serve: Pour into a mug, top with whipped cream, and garnish with cinnamon or saffron.
Iced Pumpkin Saffron Latte
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Bloom the saffron: As above, steep saffron in hot water for 5 minutes. Let cool.
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Mix: Whisk together milk, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, and cooled saffron water until smooth.
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Assemble: Fill a glass with ice, pour mixture over top.
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Finish: Optional whipped cream and sprinkle of spice for a café-style treat.
✨ Optional upgrade: Froth a little pumpkin + saffron milk foam to float on top for a coffee shop finish.
This fall, skip the crowded coffee shop lines and upgrade your home cafe. With just a pinch of saffron, the humble pumpkin spice latte transforms into something golden, aromatic, and unforgettable. Ready to make your own Pumpkin Saffron Latte? Shop Tahmina Saffron and taste the difference.