Get out the scarves and chunky sweaters: We’re officially in the midst of pumpkin-spice season.
Since Starbucks released the experimental Pumpkin Spice Latte in 2003, the trend has blown up.
The use of pumpkin flavors in drinks has grown 130% since 2006, according to Forbes. Major competitors like Dunkin' Donuts and Panera Bread have released their own versions.
We decided to rank pumpkin-spice lattes from several popular coffee chains, considering price and flavor.
The results were surprising.
We ventured around Manhattan to find four pumpkin spice lattes.
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We chose Pret A Manger, Dunkin' Donuts, Panera Bread, and Starbucks as the contenders in this autumnal beverage brawl.
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First up: Dunkin' Donuts. Its pumpkin-spice latte is perfect for nontraditional coffee drinkers who just need their pumpkin fix. And at $2.99 for 16 ounces, it's the best option for your wallet.
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