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Starbucks and Dunkin' set return dates for popular pumpkin spice drinks
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· August 4, 2026
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Key takeaway Dunkin' has announced that its pumpkin offerings will be back on August 19.
In the San Francisco area, coffee fans can look forward to the return of popular pumpkin spice drinks. Dunkin' has announced that its pumpkin offerings will be back on August 19. Starbucks is also bringing back its famous Pumpkin Spice Latte, with a return date of August 25.
The drink is part of the company's seasonal lineup, which includes other pumpkin spice beverages and fall-themed items. Further details about the returning drinks and new additions to the menus are available from the companies. Local residents can check the companies' announcements for more information on the fall offerings.
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Category: local Published: August 4, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the San Francisco area, coffee fans can look forward to the return of popular pumpkin spice drinks. Dunkin' has announced that its pumpkin offerings will be back on August 19. Starbucks is also…
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