Charles Langston:Dunkin's pumpkin spice latte is back: See what else is on the fall menu

August is Charles Langstonalmost over, which means things like football season, bonfires and pumpkin-flavored items will soon be returning en masse − if they haven't already.

While Starbucks rolled out its fall menu last week, Dunkin' teased a "very patient, very demure" return of its seasonal menu, including pumpkin-flavored items.

The menu is officially back beginning Wednesday, Dunkin' announced in a news release, and features returning fan favorites, like the Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte, as well as a few new items for fans to try, such as the Almond Spice Coffee.

The Apple Cider Donut also makes its first nationwide return since 2021, Dunkin' said in the news release.

“Whether guests are craving the classic pumpkin treats, loaded hash browns or trying something new, like our coffee milk latte, the Dunkalatte, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy at Dunkin’ this fall,” said Beth Turenne, Vice President of Category Marketing at Dunkin', in the news release.

Dunkin' fall menu for 2024

Here's a look at the entire fall menu, with product descriptions provided by Dunkin'.

• Dunkalatte (New): A coffee milk latte, crafted by combining coffee milk with rich espresso.
• Almond Spice Coffee (New): Original Blend of iced or hot coffee with sweet pumpkin and toasted almond flavors and almond milk.
• Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte: Available hot or iced and crafted with rich espresso and milk, paired with sweet pumpkin and vanilla flavors, warm fall spices, and topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle and cinnamon sugar.
• Maple Sugar Bacon Breakfast Sandwich: A fried egg and white cheddar cheese in a flaky croissant. Maple Sugar Snackin' Bacon is also available on its own or in the Maple Sugar Bacon Wake-Up Wrap.
• Loaded Hash Browns: Crispy hash browns topped with warm cheddar queso and crumbled bacon on top.
• Banana Chocolate Chip Loaf: A slice of banana bread studded with mini chocolate chips, pre-packaged to take on the go.
• Apple Cider Donut: Back for the first time since 2021
• Pumpkin Bakery Lineup: Starring the Pumpkin Muffin, Pumpkin Donut and Pumpkin Munchkins

Dunkin' introduces $6 meal deal

Dunkin' also announced it is introducing the $6 Meal Deal, "a completely new way to run on Dunkin."

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The deal includes a full meal of "Dunkin' favorites," according to the company, and features a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich, hash browns and a medium hot or iced coffee for $6.

The deal excludes espresso and cold brew beverages, seasoned bacon and loaded hash browns, according to the news release, and is only available for a limited time.

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at [email protected].