Pumpkin Spice Latte
The classic autumn coffee. Pumpkin spice works best with a richer roast that can still hold its own once you add milk and syrup, which is why Caffè Italiano is such a good fit.
You’ll need:
- Coffee: Double espresso made with Caffè Italiano
- Syrup: 10–15ml Pumpkin Spice Syrup
- Milk: Around 200ml
- To finish: A light dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg
Method: Add the pumpkin spice syrup to your mug, pour over the freshly made espresso and give it a good stir. Steam or heat the milk until smooth and creamy, then pour it over the coffee. Finish with a little cinnamon or nutmeg if you like, and adjust the syrup next time depending on how sweet you prefer it.
Toffee Nut Cappuccino
Toffee nut is sweet, creamy and slightly nutty, so it pairs really well with a coffee that already has chocolate and caramel flavours. Café Français makes this one feel rich without becoming too heavy.
You’ll need:
- Coffee: Double espresso made with Café Français
- Syrup: Around 10ml Toffee Nut Syrup
- Milk: Around 150ml
- To finish: A generous layer of cappuccino foam
Method: Stir the toffee nut syrup into the espresso while it is still hot, then add steamed milk and finish with a good layer of foam. Keep the syrup fairly restrained to begin with — it is easier to add a little more than to lose the flavour of the coffee completely.
Cinnamon Mocha
This is a really easy one for cooler days. Chocolate and cinnamon naturally work together, and Guatemala Antigua – Dark Roast brings caramel, hazelnut and chocolate flavours of its own.
You’ll need:
- Coffee: Double espresso made with Guatemala Antigua – Dark Roast
- Syrup: Around 10ml Cinnamon Syrup
- Hot chocolate: 1–2 tablespoons of your favourite hot chocolate powder
- Milk: Around 180ml
Method: Mix the hot chocolate powder with the espresso and cinnamon syrup until smooth, then top with hot or steamed milk. Stir gently before drinking so the chocolate stays evenly mixed through. If you want something a little lighter, simply leave out the hot chocolate and make it as a cinnamon latte instead.
Dirty Chai Latte
A dirty chai is simply a chai latte with espresso added, and it is one of the easiest ways to give chai a little more depth. Use Caffè Italiano for a stronger coffee flavour or Café Français for something smoother.
You’ll need:
- Coffee: One or two espresso shots
- Chai: 15ml of chai syrup or
chai powder according to the pack instructions - Milk:
Around 200ml hot or steamed milk - Coffee choice: Caffè Italiano or Café Français
Method: Prepare the chai with hot milk as you normally would, then pour in the espresso and stir. One shot keeps it softer and more chai-led, while two gives you a much stronger coffee flavour. It is especially good when you want something warming but a little different from a standard latte.
Coffee syrups pair particularly well with espresso-based drinks, milk frothers, and iced coffee setups, making them a versatile addition to your home coffee routine.
Frequently Asked Questions About Seasonal Coffee Syrups & Chai
How much coffee syrup should I use?
How much coffee syrup should I use?
Around 10–15ml per drink is a good starting point. If you prefer a stronger flavour, add a little more, but it is usually better to start small so the syrup does not overpower the coffee.
When should I add syrup to coffee?
When should I add syrup to coffee?
Add the syrup to the cup first, then pour the hot espresso or coffee over it and stir. This helps the syrup mix evenly before you add milk.
Which coffee syrups are best for autumn?
Which coffee syrups are best for autumn?
Pumpkin spice, cinnamon, toffee nut, toasted marshmallow, speculoos and chai are all great choices for cooler weather. They work particularly well with richer, chocolatey or nutty coffees.
Which coffee works best with flavoured syrups?
Which coffee works best with flavoured syrups?
Medium-dark and dark roast coffees usually work best because their flavour still comes through once milk and syrup are added. Coffees such as Caffè Italiano, Café Français and Rich Merchant are especially good for flavoured lattes and cappuccinos.
Can I use coffee syrup in drinks other than coffee?
Can I use coffee syrup in drinks other than coffee?
Yes. Seasonal syrups also work well in hot chocolate, milkshakes, iced drinks and warm milk. Some flavours, such as cinnamon and toasted marshmallow, are especially good with hot chocolate.
What is a dirty chai latte?
What is a dirty chai latte?
A dirty chai latte is a chai latte with one or two shots of espresso added. It combines the warming spices of chai with the stronger flavour of coffee.
Do you sell sugar-free seasonal syrups?
Do you sell sugar-free seasonal syrups?
Yes. Some seasonal flavours are available in sugar-free versions, including selected pumpkin spice and toasted marshmallow syrups. Availability varies by flavour and brand.
Can I use syrup with cafetière or filter coffee?
Can I use syrup with cafetière or filter coffee?
Yes. Add the syrup to the finished drink rather than to the coffee grounds. Start with a small amount so you can still taste the coffee underneath.
Can coffee syrups be used in iced drinks?
Can coffee syrups be used in iced drinks?
Yes. They work very well in iced lattes and iced coffee. Mix the syrup with the espresso first, then add ice and cold milk.
