From pumpkin-spiced lattes to charcoal-infused brews, these limited-time creations bring the warmth and flavors of autumn right to your cup. We’ve rounded up the top fall drink offerings from neighborhood cafes that you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re craving something sweet, spiced, or indulgent, these local favorites have got you covered this season.
Witches Brew, Arabica Coffee House
Cross over to the dark side with this activated charcoal latte. Notes of cinnamon and habanero will warm you up on any blustery morning. Cacao nibs, espresso and oat milk balance out the spice, making this drink a perfect pick-me-up potion. 4138 Erie St., Willoughby, 440-510-8191, arabicawilloughby.com
(Courtesy Buckeye Chocolate Cafe)
Chai-der, Buckeye Chocolate Cafe
Combining two fall favorites, this specialty hot cider is worth every sip. The cider, sourced from right down the road at Sage’s apple orchard, is steamed together with chai concentrate to create this perfect fall staple. 510 Water St., Chardon, 440-286-5282, buckeyechocolatecafe.square.site
Rising Star
Known for their ever-changing seasonal specials, Rising Star will be bringing back their smoked maple latte made with local Mike's Maple Syrup and smoked black salt for a subtle smokey kick that highlights the maple sweetness. 3441 Tuttle Rd Suite #001, Shaker Heights, 216-938-6921, risingstarcoffee.com
(Courtesy Ready Set)
Cinnamon Roll Latte, Ready Set
Try this dessert in a cup hot with espresso or iced with nitro cold brew to sweeten up any autumn day. Topped with a vegan cream cheese frosting drizzle, cake syrup, cinnamon and oat milk, this dairy-free latte is an essential drink of the season. 7306 Detroit Ave. Suite 101, Cleveland, 216-417-3331, readysetcoffee.com
(Courtesy Little Birdie Wine Nest)
Little Birdie Wine Nest
Prepare to take off with three different fall-themed drink flights. Their fall menu features a cold brew flight with flavors such as purple pumpkin, salted caramel cinnamon roll, count chocula mocha and a dirty spiced bourbon chai. If coffee isn’t strong enough for you, try a mimosa or sangria flight featuring apple pie punch, mulled red wine, autumn aperol spritz and more. “Fall is all about savoring rich flavors & creating warm memories, and our flights & boards showcase the best of autumn's palate, in a welcoming and endlessly creative environment,” says owner Robin Keenan. 6060 Broadview Road, Parma, (16-85-9922, littlebirdiewinenest.com
Cafe Arnone
Tired of pumpkin spice? Cafe Arnone has you covered with four new fall specials including a caramel apple chai, maple blondie latte, smores mocha and a brown sugar vanilla cold brew. 2840 W Market St., Fairlawn, 330-615-6206, cafearnone.com
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