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Lauren Graham's Secret Fall Coffee Fix
27 Sep
Summary
- Actress prefers chocolate mint over pumpkin spice in fall.
- Gilmore Girls is strongly associated with autumn.
- Seasonal coffee drinks are launching earlier each year.
As autumn arrives, actress and author Lauren Graham shares her preferred seasonal coffee flavor. Graham, best known for her role in "Gilmore Girls," a series strongly associated with the fall season, opts for a chocolate mint, or peppermint mocha, instead of the ubiquitous pumpkin spice latte. Her choice contrasts with the early release of seasonal beverages by major coffee chains, with both Starbucks and Dunkin' launching their pumpkin spice lattes in August 2026.
Consumer trends indicate an earlier embrace of seasonal products, with many people shopping earlier than in previous years. This trend is reflected in the early launch of autumn-themed drinks. While Starbucks' holiday menu items, including the peppermint mocha, are set to debut on November 6, 2025, the availability of peppermint syrup and mocha sauce year-round at many locations allows fans to enjoy this minty chocolate combination outside the traditional holiday season.
