McDonald’s drops pumpkin spice, rolls out caramel apple coffee for fall

After a decade of featuring pumpkin-spice coffee, McDonald’s confirmed that the flavor will be omitted from this year’s seasonal menu. The chain is substituting it with a caramel-apple coffee line that includes a frappe, hot latte, iced latte, and iced coffee, each finished with salted caramel whipped cream and crumbled apple-pie pieces. A McDonald’s spokesperson explained that the brand wanted to explore new autumnal options and believed the caramel-apple combination would resonate with guests.

The decision has sparked mixed responses on social media, ranging from criticism that the change betrays loyal fans to praise from those who dislike pumpkin spice. Some users expressed strong disappointment, while others reported enjoying the new beverage’s taste. The move reflects McDonald’s broader strategy to refresh its seasonal offerings each year.