Sip Better: Pumpkin Spice Coffees We Love

First things first: what exactly is pumpkin spice? If you guessed the original sixth member of the Spice Girls, you’re incorrect but we like how you think. The classic flavor is actually a combination of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves (a.k.a. the spices that go into a pumpkin pie). The best part is, you can ice it, make a latte—do whatever you want! It’s your coffee, pumpkin!

Even though a rich cup of pumpkin spice may give you all the cozy vibes of a holiday pie, there’s no sugar added to flavored coffee. The spice infusion happens during the bean-roasting process.

Look for coffee grounds made from arabica beans to avoid artificial flavoring. The best part about using traditional grounds is that in addition to working in a regular brewer, they can be scooped into an affordable, reusable mesh filter for DIY single-serve coffee cups.

Instant coffee (also called soluble coffee, coffee crystals or coffee powder) is made with brewed coffee beans but allows for super-quick preparation. It’s great to have on hand for busy mornings, or for preparing multiple cups at once.