Score a free fall favorite every Thursday this September when you grab a seasonal Starbucks sip – it’s buy one, get one on fab fall drinks all month long!
Starbucks is celebrating the start of fall and the return of all things pumpkin spice by launching its new “September Thursdays” promotion. This exciting deal allows Starbucks Rewards members to get a free fall drink every Thursday this month with the purchase of any handcrafted fall beverage at participating locations. By offering this fall-themed buy one, get one free offer, Starbucks aims to drive traffic and sales of their popular pumpkin, maple, and apple-flavored coffee and espresso drinks.
The September ThursYays promotion is a strategic autumn campaign that caters perfectly to consumers’ cravings for seasonal pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin cream cold brews, apple crisp macchiatos, and other gourmet fall flavors on Starbucks’ menu.
An Overview of the September ThursYays Promotion
Here are the key details you need to know about Starbucks’ buy one get one free offer:
The promotion is valid every Thursday from September 2022 to September 14, September 21, and September 28.
Customers can get a free fall drink with the purchase of another fall beverage afternoon on Thursdays.
The offer applies to any handcrafted fall beverage, hot, iced, or blended, of any size up to a $10 value.
To redeem the offer, customers must be Starbucks Rewards members – signing up is free through the Starbucks app or website.
The deal is limited to one redemption per member per week and cannot be combined with other offers.
Drinks ordered through delivery services like Uber Eats are excluded.
By taking advantage of September Thursdays, Starbucks customers can get two tasty fall drinks for the price of one. It’s a great way to treat yourself as the seasons change.
An Overview of Eligible Fall Drinks
A wide range of handcrafted fall beverages are included in the September ThursYays promotion when purchased after noon on Thursdays, including:
Pumpkin Spice Latte
The iconic, beloved Pumpkin Spice Latte needs no introduction. This signature espresso drink featuring pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove was launched by Starbucks in 2003 and has become a quintessential flavor of fall. Customers can enjoy a hot, iced, or blended PSL as their free drink on September Thursdays.
Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
Starbucks’ smooth, slow-steeped cold brew coffee meets luscious pumpkin cream in this beverage launched in 2019. The Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew comes topped with a pumpkin cream cold foam for a double dose of pumpkin flavor.
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte
This refreshing autumn twist on a Starbucks classic features a combination of black tea, spices, milk, and fall flavors like pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg shaken with ice. Topped with pumpkin cream cold foam, this chilled drink is only available iced.
Chai Tea Latte
Starbucks’ signature chai tea combined with steamed milk and spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and clove becomes a cozy fall treat when served hot or iced. Customers can customize their chai with pumps of pumpkin sauce too!
Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
Espresso meets the flavors of warm apple crisp in this handcrafted fall drink. Blending Starbucks’ signature espresso with apple and brown sugar syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this beverage is then shaken with oat milk and ice.
Caramel Apple Spice
This caffeine-free, non-coffee option features apple juice, cinnamon, and buttery caramel sauce topped with whipped cream and caramel apple sprinkles for a sweet autumn treat. Enjoy it hot or iced!
Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato
Espresso macchiatos meet fall in this apple-forward drink. Layers of espresso, rich apple syrup, and spiced apple flavors are combined with creamy oat milk and topped with a caramelized spiced apple sugary topping.
With so many handcrafted fall options eligible for Starbucks’ September Thursdays promotion, there are lots of tasty ways for customers to take advantage of the weekday BOGO offer this month.
How to Redeem the Offer Through the Starbucks Rewards Program
To take advantage of the buy one get one free deal on September Thursdays, there is one important requirement – customers must be Starbucks Rewards members.
Fortunately, signing up for a Rewards account is easy and free. There are two ways to join:
Through the Starbucks app: Download the Starbucks app on your iOS or Android device. Open the app and tap “Join Now” to create an account. Provide your first and last name, and email address, and create a password.
Online: Visit starbucks.com/rewards and click “Join Now.” Follow the prompts to provide your name, and email, and create a password.
Once signed up, you will have a Starbucks Rewards account. To redeem the September Thursday offer, you can use the Starbucks app to apply the coupon before paying. Or, when ordering in-store, simply provide your phone number or scan your app at checkout and state that you would like to redeem the coupon. It’s that easy to score a free fall drink!
The offer is limited to one redemption per member per week. Also note it cannot be combined with other discounts, offers, or coupons.
Strategizing to Maximize Savings
With a bit of planning, you can optimize Starbucks’ September ThursYays deal to get the most out of it:
Pick your free drink wisely – Opt for a larger, more expensive fall drink to get more value from the promotion. The free item just needs to be equal or lesser value than your purchase item.
Redeem early in the month – Don’t wait until the last Thursday. Redeem on all 3 Thursdays in September to score 3 free drinks.
Pair with Starbucks Happy Hour – Starbucks sometimes has afternoon Happy Hours that offer discounts on drinks. Pairing a Happy Hour deal with September Thursdays could mean even more savings!
Earn rewards – As a Starbucks Rewards member, you earn Stars with every purchase which can add up to free drinks, food, and more. Using the app and registering your Starbucks card helps you earn Stars even faster.
Taking a little time to understand the offer terms and make the most of them through smart redeeming can help you maximize the value of Starbucks on September Thursdays.
Starbucks vs. Dunkin’: Comparing Fall Drink Deals
Starbucks isn’t the only coffee chain offering fall drink deals. Competitor Dunkin’ has also launched a fall promotion for rewards members called Free Coffee Mondays.
Here’s how the Starbucks and Dunkin’ offers compare:
Drinks: Starbucks – Fall/pumpkin drinks only; Dunkin’- Any hot or iced coffee
Size: Starbucks – Any size up to $10 value; Dunkin’ – Medium hot or iced coffee
Frequency: Starbucks – Once per week; Dunkin’ – Weekly, no stated limit
Membership: Both offers require rewards program membership
While Dunkin’s free coffee offer has fewer restrictions, Starbucks’ focus on fall flavors allows customers to enjoy PSLs, pumpkin cream cold brews, and other autumn-inspired drinks. Savvy savers could potentially take advantage of free drinks from both chains multiple times per month.
Enjoy the Season with Starbucks on September Thursdays
As the leaves turn and the weather cools, Starbucks is helping customers celebrate the autumn season with their new September Thursdays promotion. Taking place every Thursday afternoon this month, the fall drink BOGO deal is a tasty way to usher in the comforting flavors of fall.
To redeem this offer, be sure to sign up for the Starbucks Rewards program so you can score a free Pumpkin Spice Latte, Apple Crisp Macchiato, Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew or other eligible fall drink by taking advantage of this buy one get one free deal. Enjoy your free autumn treats and savor the arrival of fall!
