‘Tis the season for those sweet and spicy smelling coffee drinks that remind us that fall is right around the corner. Scents of clove, cinnamon, allspice wrap the fragrant spell of aroma around us like a wool blanket.

You have probably noticed the long line wrapping around in the corner of the parking lot in the morning at your favorite Starbucks location.

Coffee lovers united, waiting to get their hands on everything pumpkin spice whether it’s a latte, cold brew, loaf, or muffin.

Thinking you’re smarter than those folks, you wait until the afternoon to get your pumpkin spice fix, but you will find yourself empty-handed with no beverage and no pastry due to a mass sellout.

The supply truck bringing the goodies won’t arrive until the next day.

No Drama, No Worries My Friend

I will share the best-kept secret to not standing in line. Order ahead using the Starbucks mobile app.

Folks standing in line will do a double-take as you walk up and grab that fab drink with your name on it and walk out in less than 30 seconds like a hustler.

Yeah I know, you parked in a spot designated for deliveries and you need to get out ASAP before that ticket lands on your windshield. Hey, it’s seasonal.

We gotta get all that fall goodness before it goes away. The things we do for a pumpkin spice…

I got your covered with what I call my ‘lazy girl two-ingredient pumpkin spice syrup’ when I don’t feel like standing in that long line.

For the amount of time it takes to stand in line for that pumpkin spice cold brew, you can make your homemade syrup with only two ingredients.

I am a huge mason jar fan. These glass jars can be used over and over again to store dry ingredients and leftovers.

The amount you will make with this recipe is so small, you can take it along with you on your travels or make wherever you are in the world.

If you are flying, just remember, only 3-ounces liquids are allowed.

Pumpkin Spice Maple Syrup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend (I found a 4-ounce bag on nuts.com for $4)
• 3-ounce 100% maple syrup (my go-to is a 25oz bottle from Trader Joe’s for $13)

Directions

Pour maple syrup and pumpkin spice blend in a 4-ounce container. Mix ingredients together either with a spoon. Or put the lid on the jelly jar and shake vigorously for 15-30 seconds.

Allow the mixture to sit for a couple of minutes for the pumpkin spice flavor to penetrate the maple syrup for a more robust pumpkin spice taste.

I found it tasted better sitting overnight in the fridge. Add 1-2 teaspoons (or to taste) to your favorite coffee beverage, ice cream, oatmeal, or pancakes.

My favorite drink is adding 6-8 frozen coffee (made the night before).

One cup of whole milk, one teaspoon of the syrup and one tablespoon of sweetened condensed milk.

Blend all the ingredients for 15-30 seconds. Enjoy.

If you are liking this drink mix, for more Starbucks inspired recipes, check out my post, DIY Tea Lemonade Made 3 Ways.