How Much Coffee Is In A Pumpkin Spice Latte?
A Pumpkin Spice Latte is a popular Fall favorite that can be bought at many of your favorite coffee shops. The latte is usually created using espresso, pumpkin flavor, steamed milk and spices like nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves. But when it comes to coffee, what is the quantity?
What’s In A Pumpkin Spice Latte?
A traditional Pumpkin Spice Latte is made with:
- 2 shots of espresso
- 3 tablespoons of pumpkin spice syrup
- 10 ounces of steamed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, cinnamon, and clove
- Optional: whipped cream and sugar cane
How Much Coffee Is In Each One?
A traditional Pumpkin Spice Latte typically contains two shots of espresso. Two shots of espresso can provide about 80-100 mg of caffeine, depending on the type of espresso used. This is about the same amount of caffeine as a cup of brewed coffee.
How Much Coffee Should You Have In A Day?
For people who are sensitive to caffeine, a Pumpkin Spice Latte could provide too much caffeine. The recommended amount of caffeine to consume in a day is around 400 mg for a healthy adult. If someone wants to limit their caffeine intake, having one cup of a traditional Pumpkin Spice Latte per day is typically safe.
