How to Make Your Own Pumpkin Spice Latte at Home

There’s something magical about the first sip of a pumpkin spice latte (PSL). At Smoking Gun Coffee Roasters in Chilliwack, our pumpkin spice syrup has become a seasonal favourite—rich, cozy, and full of autumn warmth.

The best part? You can recreate our café-style pumpkin spice latte right at home. This guide walks you through how to make PSL syrup using our house recipe, plus the perfect way to craft your own pumpkin spice latte. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering pumpkin spice for the first time, this recipe brings café-quality fall comfort straight to your kitchen.

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup Recipe

This syrup is the heart of every great pumpkin spice latte. It’s spiced, sweet, and balanced—perfect for mixing into espresso and milk.

Water: 946.4 g (4 cups)

Sugar: 800 g (4 cups)

Pumpkin Spice Mix: 5.6 g (1 tbsp) *see below

Cinnamon Stick: 2.5 g (1 stick)

Canned Pumpkin Purée: 245 g (1 cup)

Ground Cinnamon: 7.8 g (1 tbsp)

Ground Nutmeg: 2.2 g (1 tsp) Ground Ginger: 1.8 g (1 tsp)

Ground Cloves: 1.2 g (½ tsp)

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Heat over medium heat (about 1200 on an induction burner). Stir continuously until the mixture reaches a simmer. Make sure the sugar is fully dissolved—avoid boiling or burning. Remove from heat and let the cinnamon stick steep as the syrup cools (10–15 minutes). Remove the cinnamon stick before portioning. Store in labeled containers with the name and date. This recipe makes enough syrup to last for multiple lattes—perfect for cozy fall mornings or sharing with friends.

How to Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) at Home

Now that you’ve made your syrup, here’s how to build the perfect pumpkin spice latte: Brew a double shot of espresso using freshly roasted coffee beans from Smoking Gun Coffee Roasters. Add 2–3 tablespoons of pumpkin spice syrup (adjust to taste). Steam 8–10 oz of milk (dairy or non-dairy). Pour milk over the espresso and syrup mixture. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of extra pumpkin spice mix if you’re feeling festive.

Why Make Your Own Pumpkin Spice Latte?

Making PSL at home is more than just cost-effective—it’s about quality and customization. When you craft your own pumpkin spice syrup, you know exactly what goes into your drink: real pumpkin, real spices, and freshly roasted coffee. Plus, your kitchen will smell like fall, which is almost as good as drinking the latte itself.

And, of course, you can make it with our specialty whole bean coffee. We recommend Show Pony or Dark Horse blends for the ultimate fall vibes, but you can check out our entire line up of specialty coffee here. 

Enjoy Fall the Smoking Gun Way

At Smoking Gun Coffee Roasters, we believe coffee is more than a beverage—it’s an experience. Making your own pumpkin spice latte at home is the perfect way to celebrate the season, whether you’re curled up with a book, catching up with friends, or just savouring a quiet morning. If you want the full café experience, stop by our Chilliwack café in District 1881 to try our pumpkin spice latte in person. Or, stock up on freshly roasted beans from our online shop to create your own at home. Nothing says fall quite like a PSL—especially when it’s made with love (and great coffee).

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