As the leaves turn and cooler evenings arrive, Fort Worth’s independent coffee shops are adding sweet‑potato‑infused beverages to their seasonal menus. The trend, which has quickly become the city’s go‑to autumn flavor, gives families and coffee enthusiasts a fresh alternative to the ubiquitous pumpkin‑spice offerings.
Cherry Coffee Shop brings nostalgic teacher‑themed drinks
At Cherry Coffee Shop, 1121 W. Magnolia Ave., owner Katherine Morris—who is married to Fort Worth Report board member Jonathan Morris—has crafted a lineup of drinks named after beloved 1990s television teachers. The “Ms. Frizzle” cappuccino blends salted maple, fig syrup and a pinch of sea salt, while the “Mrs. Puff” matcha latte features spiced sweet‑potato syrup. For fans of “The Magic School Bus,” the “Mrs. Krabappel” comes in two versions: a cold sparkling apple‑cider‑chai blend and a hot still‑apple‑cider‑chai mix, both optionally finished with cherry syrup.
La La Land adds sweet‑potato pie latte and pumpkin classics
Located on Camp Bowie Boulevard (5733 Camp Bowie Blvd.), La La Land expands its seasonal menu with a sweet‑potato pie latte served hot or iced, as well as an iced cloud version that mirrors the shop’s signature cloud‑style drinks. Traditional pumpkin lovers can still enjoy pumpkin spice latte, iced pumpkin cloud chai, pumpkin cloud cold brew, and a pumpkin pie einspänner. An apple‑pie cloud latte, served cold, rounds out the fruit‑forward options, and the Charli’s Cookie Butter Latte—available in both espresso and matcha versions—offers a spiced cookie‑butter flavor topped with crumbly cookie bits.
Crude Craft Coffee Bar highlights ginger spice and Korean‑inspired sweet‑potato
At 804 S. Main St., Crude Craft Coffee Bar introduces a ginger spice latte for those who prefer a bolder heat. The shop also offers the “Old Seoul,” described on Instagram as loosely inspired by the Korean “Goguma latte,” a traditional sweet‑potato beverage. Crude roasts its own sweet‑potatoes in‑house, blending them with milk, espresso and seasonal spices for a uniquely local twist.
Why sweet‑potato is resonating with Fort Worth families
The sweet‑potato flavor aligns with the city’s desire for comforting, family‑friendly drinks that feel both familiar and novel. Parents appreciate the seasonal novelty without the overwhelming sweetness of some pumpkin drinks, while younger patrons enjoy the playful naming conventions that reference beloved ’90s TV shows.
Where to find the new drinks
- Cherry Coffee Shop – 1121 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth (817‑330‑4301)
- La La Land – 5733 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth (682‑224‑2933)
- Crude Craft Coffee Bar – 804 S. Main St., Fort Worth (682‑224‑5541)
These cafés are welcoming customers to sample the new menu items throughout October and November. Whether you’re looking for a warm sweet‑potato latte on a chilly morning or a refreshing iced cloud version for an afternoon break, Fort Worth’s coffee scene has a seasonal offering to suit every palate.
For additional tips on local eateries or to share your own favorite fall drinks, contact Erin Ratigan at [email protected].
Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.
