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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