October 2025 "Everything Pumpkin Spice starts...NOW!" by Dr. Deb Borofka

Why do people like pumpkin spice? What does it remind you of? What are YOUR favorite Pumpkin Spice treats?

Hannah K: “People like pumpkin spice because it's a fun little treat to celebrate fall (the best time of the year). It's quintessential fall vibes all wrapped up in a yummy drink! I don't even really enjoy pumpkin spice, but it reminds me of being cozy and snuggled up with a book. My favorite pumpkin spice treat is homemade pumpkin spice muffins. YUM!”

Jackie Z: “I think my favorite pumpkin spice treat is an iced pumpkin spice latte, like pumpkin spice, because it marks the beginning of the holiday. It marks the beginning of the happiest time of the year. Pumpkin spice reminds me of Thanksgiving and sitting around the dinner table with my family because it mostly reminds me of pumpkin pie.....”

Annie B: “I think people like pumpkin spice because of the mass hype that goes around for limited-time drink flavors and just the excitement that comes with the fall season. Pumpkin spice personally reminds me of colder weather and the changing color of leaves. My favorite pumpkin-spiced treats are pumpkin-spiced muffins paired with a hot chocolate on a breezy day.”

Uly O: “I think the reason people love pumpkin spice is that it is a perfect blend of warm spices that makes us feel cozy during the cold weather that fall brings. Whenever I think of pumpkin spice, I think of baking things during the fall for friends and family. My favorite pumpkin spice treat is pumpkin cheesecake. As it so happens, I make the best one known to man...”

Seb C: “I think people like pumpkin spice from the connection to the holiday or seasons. Kinda how people celebrate Halloween or Summer-ween, etc. Like St. Patrick's day with green drinks from McDonald's, for example. Although I never really drink or eat a lot of Pumpkin spice, it does remind me of the pumpkin patch at Hillcrest. I used to go when I was little with my family and pick out pumpkins to use for decorating. My favorite pumpkin spice treats are the drinks and a cake my mom used to make.”

Will W: “People like pumpkin spice latte because it is pumpkin-y and it is spicy. It reminds me of when I used to be happy. My favorite pumpkin spice treat I have ever had is pumpkin spice tiramisu.....”

Dani G: “People enjoy pumpkin spice because of its transient yearly nature—it is only here for a limited time. The world becomes imbued with the essence of Fall through our senses. Taste is one of these delectable senses that connects us in a tangible, savory way to this special, transitory season. My favorite pumpkin spice treat of all is pumpkin pie.”

Paula R: “I think some people enjoy pumpkin spice during this time of year because of the nostalgia associated with it, like warm, cozy nights with family and friends. Personally, it reminds me of Cinderella’s carriage. My favorite pumpkin treat is warm pumpkin bread. So yummy.”