Pumpkin Spice K Cups – We Love Them!
Available by Green Mountain Coffee Brewers and Gloria Jean’s Coffee, Pumpkin Spice K cups are a delicious seasonal flavor that can easily be enjoyed year round. Once you decide if you would prefer to buy your pumpkin spice K cups as Gloria Jean’s K cups or Green Mountain K cups you can then brew a great cup of coffee and add any additional coffee products you prefer to create the best K cup for you. If you do not care for Green Mountain K cups or Gloria Jean’s K cups, or perhaps just can’t locate any to purchase, you can always buy pumpkin spice coffee in a ground or bean format and create your own K cups using a K cup filter.
Black, light and sweet, or somewhere between?
A K cup coffee maker is fantastic because everyone can select which type of coffee they would like to create, but the variations of coffee do not just end with the blend. Each person takes their coffee to a new level of individual perfection by customizing what goes into their cup. Creamers and Sugars can be added in any combination to find the right taste for each. What are some common ways people drink pumpkin spice K cup coffee?
- Black
- Dark and Sweet
- Cream, no Sugar
- Light and Sweet
- Extra Extra (Extra Light, Extra Sweet)
- Iced coffee in any of the above variations
- With a gourmet touch
Black Coffee
For those who truly like the taste of coffee, black is the best way to drink it. Individuals who like their coffee black generally enjoy the natural flavor of pumpkin spice K cups and feel that cream and sugar aren’t necessary. There are a lot of health benefits to drinking coffee this way. When drinking your pumpkin spice k cups without sugar and cream the caloric count is significantly reduced and the flavor is uninterrupted. Some men would say that this is the manly way to drink coffee – though plenty would disagree.
Dark and Sweet
When sugar is added to pumpkin spice K cup coffee without creamer the flavor is slightly sweeter without changing the strength. For those trying to watch calories or those who cannot ingest sugar such as diabetics, sugar substitutes are readily available. There are a number of sugar substitutes on the market to help sweeten you pumpkin spice K cup coffee. Be aware that some sweeteners are now known to cause other health concerns. There have been studies conducted that seem to show that sweeteners containing aspartame may be linked with cancer. Like sugar, sweeteners should be used in moderation. Sugar substitutes come in bulk, individual premeasured packets, and liquid forms.
Cream, No Sugar
For those who enjoy pumpkin spice K cup coffee but prefer a milder flavor, creamer can be added. Creamer can come in liquid and powder form. While powdered creamer can taste just as good as liquid creamer, be sure to add the creamer to coffee while it is fresh as it will often congeal instead of blending in with coffee that isn’t as hot. For those who are sensitive to dairy, non-dairy creamer is available for your use. Soy creamer is preferred by some who choose not to use dairy and enjoy the flavor associated with soy. Pumpkin spice K cup coffee with creamer has a much smoother feel to it, and depending on the chosen creamer, may also add a bit of sweetness without the use of sugar or sugar substitutes.
Light and Sweet
Light and sweet is the phrase often used when ordering coffee to tell the bistro that you would like both cream and sugar added. When you add both cream and sugar to a pumpkin spice K cup coffee, it can be reminiscent of pumpkin pie. The flavor is mild and creamy and for many coffee lovers, this is a favored way to enjoy their beverage.
Extra Extra
Do you take your cream and sugar with a little bit of coffee? When ordering coffee from a coffee shop, the phrase “Extra Extra” implies that you like a good helping of both cream and sugar. Caution should be taken when drinking coffee in this way. The calories included in a coffee with an excess of cream and sugar can be greater than that of a meal from a fast food restaurant. Regardless of the health factor, some people feel this is the only way to drink pumpkin spice K cup coffee.
Iced Coffee
Who needs alcohol when one can take their coffee on the rocks? When drinking an iced pumpkin spice K cup coffee, the idea of a piece of cool pumpkin pie strait from the fridge comes to mind. The cool treat is great in warm weather and can be enjoyed with any combinations of cream and sweeteners. One benefit of iced coffee is never having to wait for your cup to cool down! To avoid your iced coffee tasting watered down, create ice cubes of your favorite k cup coffee ahead of time to use in your drink.
A Gourmet Touch
While enjoying a cup of coffee at home does not need to be fancy, it is sometimes nice to be able to create the perfect K cup coffee for a visitor. Making a beautiful looking cup of coffee for a spouse goes a long way to express apologies or support. Keep whipped cream on hand to make your own K cup perfection. Swirl whipped cream on top and drizzle a little caramel, chocolate, or other topping. A dash of cinnamon or your favorite spice adds a particularly gourmet look. Friends and family will be impressed by how delicious the coffee appears while you are impressed by how easy it is to make.