60% of Americans, according to the National Coffee Association, drink coffee daily instead of water. Some of that coffee may be drunk in the comfort of one's own home, but many are just as content to grab a cup and go. More than a 30% increase in coffee orders placed in the last year via drive-thru or mobile app was reported by the trade group.
Many Americans start their day with a cup of coffee. Numerous cups of coffee.
That Thursday, September 29th, is a great day if you count yourself among the coffee-drinking population.
Since this Thursday is National Coffee Day, many businesses are giving away freebies, discounts, and special offers in honour of the holiday. Make sure your go-to neighbourhood joint is taking part by calling beforehand.
We've compiled a list of some of the top ones we came across:
On September 29th, all loyalty members of Dunkin' can receive a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase. In addition, Dunkin' is providing free coffee to more than a million of their rewards programme customers. Click here to read more.
The Original Donuts from Krispy Kreme
Stop by Krispy Kreme on September 29 for a free cup of coffee, either hot or iced. Offer valid for in-store, drive-thru, and internet purchases. Members of the Krispy Kreme rewards programme will receive a free doughnut of their choosing on that day, making the deal even sweeter.
McDonald's has an in-app deal where you can get a premium roast or iced coffee for for 99 cents. This offer is good for one use per day until December 31.
In the Panera Bread Company
To celebrate its first ever "My Panera Week," Panera Bread is holding a promotion from September 29 - October 5. In honour of National Coffee Day, all new subscribers to the Unlimited Sip Club will receive two months for free. Members of the existing Sip Club can save $2 on any barista drinks and smoothies. Promotion is app-only.
For $5 plus tax, choose any 20-ounce coffee smoothie. This deal is only good for in-store and app purchases made before 11am at selected locations.
Isn't there a Starbucks?
Even while the Starbucks app won't have any special National Coffee Day bargains, it may feature other rewards programme deals that are worth downloading.