National Coffee Day 2022: Where to get deals and freebies

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A wooden table with an espresso stand and a saucer. (Photo by Silas Stein/picture coalition via Getty Images)

Thursday, September 29th is National Coffee Day. Enjoy freebies and special deals at coffee shops across the country. 

According to the National Coffee Association (NCA) polling, coffee consumption in America has increased dramatically. It reached a two-decade high this past year, as more people adopt post-COVID habits.

The group found that 66% of Americans drink coffee each day, more than any other beverage — including tap water. The NCA also reported that this number was up nearly 14% from January 2021.

Meanwhile, consumption of espresso-based beverages — typically prepared away from home — has increased by 30% since the start of the pandemic, according to the polling. Despite rising inflation, coffee giants such as Starbucks continue to see record sales, 

Starbucks interim CEO Howard Schultz said earlier this month during an investor day that the company so far has been "immune … from any recognition whatsoever that there is a downturn in customer traffic, a downturn in terms of average ticket."

Schultz pointed out that Starbucks has seen a dramatic shift within its business, with drive-thru accounting for half of U.S. sales, and mobile orders accounting 25%. There has been an increase in demand for cold beverages. 

Starbucks, along with other big chains like Dunkin’ and Krispy Kreme, launched fall menus, including pumpkin spice offerings, back in August.

To celebrate National Coffee Day 2022, many chains offer discounts on Thursdays. To cash in on these deals, most chains require customers to sign-up for rewards programs. 

Barnes & Noble: The book chain’s B&N Café is celebrating by offering a free tall hot or iced coffee on Thursday with the purchase of any baked item, according to Thrillist.

Biggby Coffee - Share this coupon on Twitter to receive a 20-ounce free brewed coffee at any of the participating locations.

Bulletproof Coffee: The company is offering 25% off all coffee products and mix ins, such as MCT oil or grass-fed ghee clarified and butter.

Burger King: Members of Burger King Royal Perks can get a free small BK Café Iced Coffee when they spend $1 or more on the BK app or bk.com, according to CNET.

Dunkin’: Dunkin’ loyalty members can get a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase on Thursday.

Krispy Kreme The chain will give all guests a complimentary hot or iced cup of coffee every Thursday. 

La Colombe La Colombe Coffee Roasters offers a BOGO 50% discount on all 12-ounce coffee beans online and at La Colombe cafes in honor of National Coffee Day (Oct. 1).

PaneraOn Thursday Unlimited Sip Club subscribers will get two months for free, while existing members of the club will receive $2 off select smoothies and beverages in the app. 

Peet’s Coffee: Customers can get 20% off of products online using code COFFEEDAY through Oct. 2.

Tim Horton’s: On Thursday, the chain is offering a 25-cent medium, hot or iced coffee when customers order on the app.

This story was published from Cincinnati.