Why Pumpkin Is So Popular

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Halloween is right around the corner, the air is crisp and pumpkin drinks and desserts are introduced once again. For hundreds of years, pumpkin has been a famous part of baked goods in America, from pies to breads to cookies. America’s obsession with pumpkin started in 2003 Starbucks developers came up with the idea to create what is now known across the globe as the pumpkin spice latte. Since then, this autumn-only espresso beverage is the bestselling seasonal drink of all time for the company, and the recipe has remained unchanged since its commence.
What makes pumpkin consuming so popular? Why does the world seem to revolve around this specific part of fall? Apparently there are few times where companies seem to believe that adding pumpkin

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