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Starbucks releases new fall drink for first time in 4 years

By Kristen DeSilva reviewjournal.com

September 23, 2015 - 9:05 am

On the first official day of fall, Starbucks released its first seasonal fall drink in four years — the Toasted Graham Latte — served in the coffee company’s new autumn-inspired cups.

No, the Pumpkin Spice Latte is not going anywhere, as much as some might like that. The drink released Wednesday is made with espresso, steamed milk (or soy), toasted graham cracker syrup and a topping of cinnamon graham cracker crumble.

Mashable reported the drink tasted like honey graham crackers soaked in warm milk, which is how Starbucks created the flavor.

Contact Kristen DeSilva at kdesilva@reviewjournal.com. Find her on Twitter: @kristendesilva

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