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Though true java lovers know that the dreamy drink is worthy of celebration 365 days a year, National Coffee Day is nearly upon us once again. On September 29, coffee shops across the country will mark the occasion by giving out free (or discounted) cups of joe.
Various chains and retailers are brewing up tons of deals and steals at participating stores – so get ‘em while they’re hot.
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Whether you like your coffee hot or cold, there's a deal for you. (iStock)
7-Eleven: The chain will offer free coffee with the purchase of a breakfast sandwich over $2 on Sept. 29, a 7-Eleven rep confirmed to Fox News.
Caribou Coffee: The coffeehouse chain is offering a free coffee of the day - of any size – with the purchase of a food item.
Cinnabon: Java lovers can scorea free 12 oz. hot coffee at participating locations, no purchase necessary.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: Customers can score a free 16 oz. hot or iced coffee with the purchase of a food or bakery item at all participating locations.
Cumberland Farms: Customers can score a free hot or iced java on National Coffee Day after texting FREECOFFEE to 64827 and receiving a mobile coupon.
National Coffee Day arrives this year on September 29. (iStock)
Dunkin’ Donuts: The chain is celebrating a “twice as nice” promotion this year with a buy one, get one free deal for all hot coffee purchases.
Krispy Kreme: Coffee lovers can score a free hot or iced java of any size on the holiday, a rep for the chain confirmed to Fox News. Those will a sweet tooth can also enjoy the special edition coffee-flavored, glazed-doughnuts during the week, Fox 13 reports.
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Peet’s Coffee: Customers can savor a free drip coffee or tea at participating locations, as well as 25% off one pound of beans at participating locations, a spokesperson confirmed to Fox News.
Pilot Flying J: The chain is celebrating the occasion on Sept. 28 and Sept. 29, offering free java through downloading their official app.
Sprinkles: The famous cupcakery is featuring free High Brew Coffee at participating stores, reps have confirmed.
Walt Disney World: Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. kiosks throughout the park are offering hot and iced coffees at select sizes for $1.
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