Are you one of the millions of Americans who can’t start the day without a cup of joe? If so, you’re in good company! Coffee is practically a national treasure in the United States. In fact, about two-thirds of Americans enjoy coffee daily, adding up to a staggering 491 million cups consumed each day, according to the National Coffee Association. That’s a lot of caffeine!
But let’s face it, being a coffee lover can take a toll on your wallet. That’s where some new research comes to the rescue. It’s time to find out which cities are the best for coffee lovers. And yes, we’re talking about more than just a good brew; we’re considering factors like the cost of your cappuccino and the number of coffee shops per capita.
So, which cities make the cut? WalletHub, the personal finance website, has done the math. They ranked the 100 most populated cities in the U.S. for coffee lovers based on several factors, including the number of coffee shops, the price of a pack of coffee, how much households spend on coffee, and the share of households owning coffee makers. These cities have earned their place among the top 20:
- San Francisco – Known for its high average spending on coffee per household.
- Portland – Leading the way with the most coffee and tea manufacturers per capita.
- Seattle – Where you can find the most affordable coffee shops.
- Orlando, Florida
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Tampa, Florida
- Austin, Texas
- Oakland, California
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- San Diego, California
- Miami, Florida
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Long Beach, California
- Denver, Colorado
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Los Angeles, California
So, if you’re a coffee enthusiast looking for your caffeine fix without emptying your wallet, these cities are worth checking out.
But that’s not all! National Coffee Day is right around the corner, and many coffee shops are brewing up some sweet deals. On September 29th, coffeehouses across the U.S. are offering free cups of joe, discounts on subscriptions, and more. And the excitement doesn’t stop there – International Coffee Day is on October 1st, because, let’s be honest, coffee deserves more than just one day of celebration.
Here’s a quick rundown of what some coffee shops are doing to celebrate:
- Aroma Joe’s: Offering free 16-ounce hot or iced coffee on September 29th.
- Atlas Coffee Club: Giving away the first bag of coffee for free through October 2nd.
- Baskin-Robbins: Featuring Coffee Shop Cold Brew for a limited time.
- Black Rock Coffee Bar: Offering any medium coffee drink for just $3.
- BLK & Bold: Buy two, get one free deal on all coffee items from September 29th to October 1st.
- Blue Bottle: Offering 15% off coffee purchases online and bag shipments for first-time coffee subscribers from September 26th to October 2nd.
- Caribou Coffee: Exclusive offers for Caribou Perks members all week long.
- Circle K: Giving away one free cup of coffee through the Circle K app from September 25th to October 2nd.
- The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: Celebrating its 60th anniversary with free coffee and tea for a year for some lucky winners.
- Cumberland Farms: Download a coupon for one free coffee on September 29th.
- Dunkin’: Offering a free iced or hot coffee for Dunkin’ Rewards members with any purchase on September 29th.
- Dutch Bros: Buy a $20 “Drink More Coffee” hat and get a free drink of your choice.
- Ellianos Coffee: Give away a complimentary medium-size hot or iced coffee on September 29th.
- Icelandic Provisions: Celebrating with a giveaway of its new cold-brew coffee flavor skyr.
- Joe Coffee: Offering $1 off any Coldstretto cold espresso drinks on September 29th.
- Keurig: Giving away a weekend trip to the Keurig Coffee House in Lake Waccabuc, New York.
- Krispy Kreme: Get a free medium hot or iced coffee on September 29th.
- Kolache Factory: Giving customers a free 12-ounce cup of coffee on September 29th.
- La Colombe: Offering a drip coffee with the purchase of a box of coffee from September 29th to October 1st.
- La Madeleine: Give away a regular or large drip coffee with any online or app purchase on October 1st.
- L’Or Coffee: Offering the L’Or Barista Coffee and Espresso System on sale.
- Maman: Providing a free small drip coffee with purchase to the first 29 customers on September 29th.
- Maverik: Offering discounts and free beverages to Adventure Club loyalty members.
- Mochidoki: Enjoy espresso-flavored mochi ice cream.
- Onyx: Preorder the Onyx Coffee Lab Advent Calendar box and try a variety of single-origin coffee.
- Paris Baguette: Get a free medium hot or iced coffee with a purchase from September 29th to October 1st.
- Partners Coffee: New and returning members get an additional 10% off their first three Partners Coffee subscription orders.
- Peet’s Coffee: Launching a “Disloyalty Program” for members of other coffee rewards programs.
- Perkins: Offering discounts on coffee bags and K-Cup Single Serve Coffee boxes.
- Philz Coffee: Celebrating with $1 off all Philz Coffee Mocha Tesora beverages on September 29th.
- Pilot Flying J: Giving away coffee all day on National Coffee Day.
- PJ’s Coffee: Including a free 12-ounce hot coffee or cold brew with any pastry or sandwich on National Coffee Day.
- Potbelly: Offering double points for Perks members with a purchase of a Cold Brew Shake from September 29th to October 1st.
- Pret a Manger: Providing 50% off the first month for new Club Pret subscribers.
- Quantum: Giving away Energy Squares from September 29th to October 1st.
- Rise Brewing Co.: Offering a chance to win free coffee for a year.
- Scooter’s Coffee: Providing free brewed coffee every day in September.
- Shipley Do-Nuts: Give away a free medium house blend hot or iced coffee with any purchase on September 29th.
- Starbucks: Hosting free coffee tastings at select locations on National Coffee Day.
- Tectonic Coffee: Offering a free 6-ounce sample with the purchase of any 12-ounce box of Tectonic Coffee.
- Scooter’s Coffee: Giving away free brewed coffee every day in September.
- Shipley Do-Nuts: Give away a free medium house blend hot or iced coffee with any purchase on September 29th.
- Starbucks: Hosting free coffee tastings at select locations on National Coffee Day.
- Tectonic Coffee: Offering a free 6-ounce sample with the purchase of any 12-ounce box of Tectonic Coffee.
As you can see, coffee lovers have plenty to look forward to on National Coffee Day and beyond. So, whether you’re seeking the best cities for coffee or just craving a free cup of joe, September 29th is your day to celebrate!
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