Starbucks is rolling out a new, lighter roast they dub “Blonde Veranda” and to see which roast Starbucks fans like best, the company is offering free tastings Thursday Jan. 12 through Saturday Jan. 14.
Just show up to any participating Starbucks and you can taste three coffees for free: Dark Italian Roast, new Blonde Veranda roast and Medium Pike Place roast. Starbucks would like you to vote for your favorite on their Facebook app, but it’s not required to try the coffee. Plus, if you participate in the tasting, they’ll send you home with a freebie!
We haven’t had a chance to taste-test yet — anyone know what the freebie is?
Freebie Update: A Starbucks spokesperson says customers who put their taste buds to the test will receive a free sample of Starbucks® Blonde Roast to brew at home, or a coupon for $1 off their choice of a pound of any Starbucks® coffee or any 8- or 12-pack of Starbucks VIA® Ready Brew.
Joy to the free!
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Make merry with a friend for free with the Starbuck’s Buy One Get One Free holiday drink deal Nov. 17 to Nov. 20! Take a coffee break between 2 to 5pm at Starbucks on those days, and you can turn one holiday drink into two!
Starbucks has brewed its new holiday flavor — Caramel Brulée Latte —
Starbucks Caramel Brulée Lattee
Be sure to use your Starbucks rewards card so you can add up those points! You gain cool benefits such as free regular coffee or tea refills, drink changes like soy milk at no extra cost and a free drink on your birthday!
Joy to the Free!
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When November rolls in, we at Free Fun Guides look forward to the free and frugal offers from our favorite coffee shops! Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf kicks off the holidays with a frugal taste of their new flavors on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 4 to 7pm.
For just a buck, you can try the new English Toffee Latte with a creamy chocolate and buttery caramel flavor. The 12-oz portion can be ordered as an Iced Blended drink, too.
Also available for just $1 are 12-oz servings of Winter Dream Tea Latte and the rich Red Velvet Hot Cocoa.
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Java up with a Free Cup of Joe on National Coffee Day, Thursday, Sept. 29!
*This just in…McDonald’s confirms SELECT stores are giving away 12 oz cups of its premium roast coffee until midnight! You must CALL your nearest locations to see if they are participating.
The big coffee shops such as Starbucks, Peets and Coffee Bean haven’t made any announcements for freebies to celebrate, but you can easily find free java at any 7-Eleven. The mini-market is giving away a free cup for all patrons between 7am and 11am, natch! All 7-Eleven stores nationwide are participating and you can choose from a free medium-size cup of hot coffee, cappuccino or latte while supplies last.
7-Eleven kicks off its free offer with a real-life online interactive Facebook game, Dip-A-Drip on September 28. This is not your typical “farm the coffee plantation” animated game. It’s linked to a live component in Washington, D.C. where drips — those obnoxious, over-the-top stereotypes who get on your last nerve — are dipped into a truly super-sized 7-Eleven coffee cup. On FB you a get a chance to launch a ball that dips the drip. The twist is that the giant coffee cup is real and the setup is live in Union Station in Washington, D.C., so that your actions within the Facebook app result in real-life dipping, real-time. *Thanks to free fun contributor Judy Colbert for the tip!
The coffee is free Sept. 29!
Got to have a doughnut with that coffee? Stop by any Krispy Kreme in the U.S. and Canada on Thursday, Sept. 29 for a free 12oz cup of the new Krispy Kreme Signature House Blend Coffee. You’ll have to pay for the doughnut, though. Doughnut purchase not required for the free cup of coffee.
Got any tips on other free hot coffee offers? Leave us a comment!
Free Fall!
Sip the sweet and savory for Free when The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® offers guests complimentary 4oz pours of limited-edition Salted Caramel Cappuccino and Cinnamon Mocha Cappuccino. Get them during their Open House, Tuesday, Sept. 13, 4 to 7pm only. Then try a regular size fall latte, Pumpkin or Cinnamon French Toast, for just a buck.
Only at participating Coffee Bean locations.
Free Starbucks Coffee at Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble wants you to get cozy with the Nook Color so they’re offering a FREE cup of coffee when you check out the eReader on Saturday, Feb. 26.
You don’t have to buy it or sign any contracts. B & N just wants you to warm up to their Nook Color (great for digital magazines and illustrated books) in store. You’ll be able to see how the Nook Color works in person and ask any questions about the device.
Then go get a hot cup of Starbucks coffee from the cafe for FREE! Bring your laptop and enjoy free Wi-Fi while you sip.
Who doesn't like a free cup of coffee?
If you’re a Peet’s Coffee & Tea fan like we are, you’ll love this coupon offer: Buy One for a Friend, Get One Free for yourself!
What’ll it be? Peppermint Soy Mocha (a personal fave), Half-Caf Caramel Latte with whip? Whatever your favorite you can treat a friend then treat yourself for free at Peet’s through Tuesday, Jan. 18. Valid at regular Peet’s cafes only.
With fall on the way, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is offering Free small (12 oz) cups of its seasonal flavors today, Sept. 14 from 4 to 7 pm. Try the Cinnamon French Toast or Classic Pumpkin!
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If you’re lucky to have a Peet’s Coffee & Tea in your neighborhood, you’ll know why its one of my favorite coffee hang outs. Haven’t tried Peet’s yet? Try one of three coffees for Free on Wednesday, March 10. Check local stores for times.
Like what you’ve sampled? If you buy a pound on Wednesday, Peet’s will give you an official Peet’s tote for Free! Why? Because Peet’s is celebrating its annual Founders’ Day in honor of Alfred Peet.
If you buy a pound, remember to ask for a coupon for a complimentary small coffee ($1.75 value) for buying half a pound or more of coffee. You can apply that $1.75 to a coffee drink like my recent fave, Raspberry Mocha.
Already purchase Peet’s? Bring in your Peet’s coffee bag and get 25 cents for reusing or recycling. Coffee up!