Trader Joe’s La Colombe Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew Latte

I grabbed this pumpkin-spice cold brew latte from Trader Joe's because it looked like a fun autumn drink. I really wanted to fall in love with it. But honestly? It didn't quite hit for me.

Where to find it

You'll find it in the chilled beverages or canned coffee section, often near other seasonal coffee drinks. The packaging is bright and seasonal, so it stands out once fall products arrive.

Taste & texture

First sip: it's smooth. The cold brew element works well - creamy milk, mild coffee taste, easy to drink. But I was expecting more pumpkin-spice punch. The flavor leans light on the pumpkin and spice side, which might be perfect for someone who isn't big into bold flavored coffee - but for me, I was hoping for more of that "fall in a cup" moment.

The milk-foam texture is nice. The coffee feels more latte than cold brew heavy. I appreciated the smoothness and drinkability, but the pumpkin-spice version didn't evoke that cozy, spicy fall vibe I look for. It's more "pleasant iced latte" than "autumn treat."

Why it didn't quite work for me

• For my palate, the pumpkin-spice note didn't carry enough weight - I was waiting for the nutmeg/cream/squash mix, and it stayed subtle.
• While the drink is smooth, it didn't feel distinct from many other flavored lattes I've tried.
• If you like gentle coffee flavor with just a whisper of fall spice, you'll probably enjoy this. If you want something bold, maybe less so.

Similar products

If you're thinking this one isn't quite your style, you might prefer:

• Trader Joe's Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew Concentrate - more control over how strong the flavor is.
• Trader Joe's Salted Maple Cold Foam Creamer - for a different fall-coffee variation.
• A plain cold brew + a separate pumpkin syrup or spice topper - gives you control over the strength of the pumpkin flavor.

Final thoughts

La Colombe's pumpkin-spice cold brew latte is drinkable, smooth, and well-made - but it didn't give me the full fall flavor I was hoping for. I wouldn't skip it if I found it on sale and wanted a mild seasonal option, but I won't be buying it again anytime soon.

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