Hot Toddies and Cold Brews

Fall at Harvard means Head of the Charles, an abundance of midterms, and, of course, delicious seasonal drinks in the Square. With such a wide range of choices, though, it can be difficult to discern the best pumpkin lattes and hot apple cider variations. Luckily, FM is here to help you choose the best of the bunch:

1. Peet’s Pumpkin Spice Latte—While it’s not as sweet as the Starbucks version, Peet’s Pumpkin Spice Latte’s full bodied aroma still evokes memories of your mom’s pumpkin pie. Supposedly, Burdick’s also offers a pumpkin spice latte, but they were completely out of it both times FM visited.

2. Tealuxe’s Chaider—Mostly consisting of apple cider, this drink is made much more interesting by the extra spices in the chai. Some might be overwhelmed by the combination of so many flavors, but we found it delightful.

3. Harpoon’s Octoberfest—A delicious and hearty beer that celebrates the season, Harpoon’s Octoberfest is perfect for when you need a taste of fall after 8 p.m. It’s available on tap at Tory Row.

4. Greenhouse Café’s Hot Apple Cider—Made from locally grown apples, one of the biggest perks is that this apple cider can be purchased with Board Plus. It’s pretty good too, with a delicious blend of sweet and tangy flavors.

5. Café Crema’s Golden Crema—A combination of cinnamon and honey, this drink offers an exciting change of pace from the typical cider and pumpkin drinks of the season. It wasn’t too sweet, and definitely boasted the best presentation of all the drinks FM tried.

Now, it’s up to you to slip on your coziest sweater, grab your favorite drink, and head out to enjoy the foliage. After all, winter will probably be here before you get the chance to try them all!