A Starbucks ‘for here’ mug available to use in stores.Photo:Joshua Trujillo/Starbucks
Joshua Trujillo/Starbucks
Free refills are now available atStarbucksfor customers who chose to “stay awhile.”
The cafe chain just announced that it is bringing back some of its fan-favorite coffeehouse amenities, including the choice to order a beverage “for here,” which includes the ability to refill some drinks free of charge.
Starting Monday, Jan. 27, at participating Starbucks locations, baristas will ask every customer whether they would like to take their food and beverages to go or to enjoy them in stores. Those who choose the latter will receive their drink in a ceramic mug, glass or clean personal cup brought from home.
A mug of Starbucks coffee being enjoyed in store.Joshua Trujillo/Starbucks
Starbucks patrons who opt to stick around and enjoy their beverages in mugs (or any of the other reusable cup options) can also enjoy free refills of brewed coffee and tea — either hot or iced — during the same cafe visit.
The rest of brand’s beverages (including Nitro Cold Brew, regular cold brew, iced tea lemonade, flavored iced teas and Starbucks Refreshers) are not available as refills. And, the brand notes, refills are only available for customers whose initial beverage purchase (which can be any drink on the menu) was made in “for here” cups.
The free refills were already available to Starbucks' rewards members but this change expands the offer to all customers.
Creamer is back at the Starbucks condiment bar.Joshua Trujillo/Starbucks
Jan. 27 also marks the return of some condiment bar classics. Customers can now add creamer, milk and sweeteners to their drinks.
Starbucks’ new “for here” option and refill news follows several other changes the iconic coffee chain has recently made to its restaurants.
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Other parts of the initiative are listed on signs in stores, stating that smoking, vaping and alcohol are all forbidden in Starbucks. Starbucks baristas have been instructed to ask anyone refusing to follow the new rules to leave and call the police if necessary.
source: people.com
