Dunkin’ debuted Coconutmilk Iced Latte, Coconut Refreshers and a coconutmilk non-dairy creamer alternative for customers. The new nationwide rollout begins April 28. Dunkin’s coconutmilk will join oatmilk and almondmilk as non-dairy options.
Dunkin’ rolled out Free Donut Wednesdays, a new promotion for its DD Perks members. Customers enrolled in the program can enjoy one free classic donut with the purchase of any drink, starting Wednesday, March 24.
Starbucks expanded its line of ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee beverages with a Cold & Crafted line, including Coffee with a Splash of Milk & Vanilla, Coffee with a Splash of Milk & Mocha, and Coffee Sweetened Black. These RTD beverages are a result of consumer research conducted to help the coffee chain fill a gap in the coffee product line.
Dutch Bros Coffee brought back White Chocolate Lavender Cold Brew with Soft Top and a White Chocolate Lavender Oat Milk Latte. The 400-unit coffee chain offers the cold brew iced or toasted (warmed up).
Dunkin’ rolled out Avocado Toast nationwide, taking the once-gourmet treat mainstream. The new offering is priced at $2.99 and served in a portable box for on-the-go enjoyment when desired. Dunkin’ also introduced a Grilled Cheese Melt and Grilled Cheese Melt with Ham, while also adding its spring drink and donut collection.
Ziggi’s Coffee will expand to a new headquarters in Mead, Colo., about 10 miles northeast of its existing location in Longmont. With the lease executed for the 10,350 square-foot building, Ziggi’s also plans to house a training facility there. The new HQ will mark a training milestone for the drive-thru coffee chain, enabling franchisees to have easier access to the corporate team and onsite learning tools in a lab setting.
Dunkin’ launched Free Coffee Mondays, a winter promotion to put the spotlight on its hot coffee and loyalty program. DD Perks rewards members will enjoy a free, medium, hot coffee with any purchase made on Mondays in February. The program starts Monday, February 1, 2021.
Dunkin’ brought back its Pink Velvet Macchiato and Mocha Macchiato drinks, heart-shaped donuts and specialty donuts to celebrate Valentine’s season. The Inspire Brands coffee concept also launched a contest for couples falling for drive-thru weddings as it plans an online wedding gear shop.
Einstein Bros Bagels launched a promotion for a free Bacon, Egg & Cheese sandwich, or an egg sandwich of choice, with any order-ahead purchase on the mobile app. The bagel chain will extend the offer on National Bagel Day 2021, which falls on January 15, through the end of the month.
Rachel Ruggeri will become Starbucks EVP and chief financial officer effective February 1, succeeding Patrick Grismer, who currently serves in that role. She will continue serving as senior vice president of Finance, Americas until her promotion takes effect. Grismer, a 35-year financial executive who joined the coffee company in 2018, plans to retire in May.
