‘Tis the Season of Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice! And I don’t know about you, but I decided to celebrate a bit differently this year…

My typical Pumpkin Spice Season begins (probably much like yours ) the day Starbucks tells me it does, with the date announcement of the annual return of their fall drinks. Next, I give myself a literal allowance to make sure I don’t completely bust the budget on Pumpkin Cream Cold Brews. This year, though, I decided to branch out a bit and try a few new-to-me drinks, which led me to the Pumpkin Carriage Cold Brew by Joffrey’s. And if you’re a fellow Pumpkin Person, then stick with me, because this is a WHOLE THING, y’all…

The Pumpkin Carriage Cold Brew has returned for its second year to Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea kiosks all over Disney World.

I’m not going to lie. What drew me to the Pumpkin Carriage Cold Brew in the first place was its perfectly Disney moniker, referencing Cinderella’s enchanted transportation to the Royal Ball. But it took me a few weeks to come around to ordering it, because the description is… well, it’s A LOT.

The Pumpkin Carriage Cold Brew features Joffrey’s Pumpkin Crème Brûlée Cold Brew with pumpkin spice syrup, vanilla syrup, and cream. Then it’s topped with pumpkin whipped cream (PUMPKIN. WHIPPED. CREAM.) and sprinkled with cinnamon.

Frankly, I avoided this drink for some time, assuming it would be sweetness overload. But I kept coming back to the idea and finally gave in, placing my order at the Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea kiosk at the Disney World Transportation & Ticket Center, and paying my $7.49 (though with my 20% discount that Joffrey’s gives to Disney World Annual Passholders). And next?

Well, I enjoyed what ended up being quite a pleasant surprise.

First things first: Yes, the Pumpkin Carriage Cold Brew is absolutely made for sweet coffee lovers. And yet, somehow, it isn’t cloying or saccharine. In fact, the very first sip was almost a bit bitter to my tastes (perhaps just from expecting a sugar rush), but this was fixed simply by giving the whole thing a good stir. And from here, the Pumpkin Carriage Cold Brew ends up being as delightful as its name. Each sip delivers on its pumpkin promise, complete with a richness thanks to the cream.

It’s so rich, actually, that my first thought was, “Oh, this is one of those once-a-year drinks.” You know those, right? They’re the kind you allow yourself once in a blue moon, and then you’re good for the long haul until it comes ’round again…

That said, I’m hoping to hit up Hollywood Studios next week to check out The Magic of Disney Animation, and I suddenly find myself wondering how I am going to resist this when I’m there:

THIS is pumpkin whipped cream. Is it the most authentic pumpkin flavor you’ll ever taste? No. Honestly, most of the pumpkin flavor comes through in the drink itself from the pumpkin spice syrup. But the whipped cream carries just a hint of spice boosted further by the cinnamon, and it’s also a pretty pale orange for an extra touch of autumn vibes (and a nod to the Pumpkin Carriage, of course). It’s really a terrific topper.

Look, I know what it’s like to have a favorite drink you can ONLY get for a certain season, and it can be hard to stray. That’s me with Pumpkin Cream Cold Brews (which, BTW, you can order up right now around Disney World at Starbucks locations such as Magic Kingdom’s Main Street Bakery, Animal Kingdom’s Creature Comforts, and more).

But if you are looking for something a little extra special to sip during Pumpkin Spice Season that is unique to your Disney World visit, then I highly recommend giving the Pumpkin Carriage Cold Brew a try! You can find it at Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea kiosks in the theme parks (there is at least one in every park, including Magic Kingdom’s Joffrey’s Revive, and even beyond with locations in Disney Springs and the Contemporary Resort).

Until next time, Pumpkin Peeps… We’ll “See You Real Soon!”

Is the Pumpkin Carriage Cold Brew a must-try for you? Please let us know with a comment!