# Icy Autumnal Pie Lattes The Chik-fil-A Iced Pumpkin Pie Latte Has a Sweet, Textural Touch By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-09-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-pumpkin-pie-latte References: [southernliving](https://www.southernliving.com/chick-fil-a-iced-pumpkin-pie-latte-11803978) & [chick-fil-a](https://www.chick-fil-a.com)  The Chik-fil-A Iced Pumpkin Pie Latte has been announced as a new addition to the brand's fall menu that will offer customers with an alternative way to enjoy the signature flavor of the namesake autumnal dessert. The drink is only being launched at participating [Truett Chick-fil-A](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ja-rule) locations and starts off with [cold brew coffee](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-pumpkin-cold-brew) that's mixed with oat milk. The drink is then paired with [pumpkin pie syrup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-cold-brew-frozen-coffee) before being topped with cold foam, caramel sauce and a graham cracker crumble to give it the taste and texture of pumpkin pie in every sip. The Chik-fil-A Iced Pumpkin Pie Latte comes as part of the shift towards cold seasonal beverages as a way to tap into consumer demand for icy refreshments, but with a festive spin. Image Credit: Chick-fil-A ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 49% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Seasonal Cold Brew Innovations:** Capitalizing on the seasonal flavors, the integration of autumnal tastes within cold brew drinks presents a fresh take on classic seasonal beverages. - **Textured Beverage Experiences:** Enhanced textural elements in drinks, like graham cracker crumbles, are transforming the way consumers experience traditionally smooth beverages. - **Oat Milk Adoption:** The increasing use of oat milk in specialty drinks signals a shift in consumer preferences towards plant-based and lactose-intolerant friendly options. ### Where This Applies - **Specialty Coffee Shops:** The rise of unique seasonal flavors presents an opportunity for coffee shops to differentiate themselves with innovative menu items that capture consumer interest. - **Dairy Alternatives:** An uptick in demand for oat milk offers businesses in the dairy alternatives industry an avenue for expansion and product diversification. - **Flavor Enhancement Technologies:** Advancements in flavor and texture technologies can enable innovative beverage development, offering enhanced sensory experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ready-to-Pour Cold Pumpkin Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-pie-spice-iced-coffee.md) - [Pumpkin Pie-Flavored Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-pie-latte.md) - [Cinnamon-Spiced Autumnal Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autumn-spice-milkshake.md) - [Autumnal Chocolatey Chai Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/praline-chai-latte.md) - [Seasonal Pumpkin Chai Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-chai-cream-iced-latte.md) - [Autumnal Coffee Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-foam-creamer.md) - [Nutty Oat-Flavored Fall Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pecan-crunch-oatmilk-latte.md) - [Banana Pudding-Inspired Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-frosted-coffee.md) - [Autumnal Latte Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-latte-ice-cream.md)