Starbucks Invites Customers to Share the Spirit of the Season This Black Friday

Find the perfect gift for yourself or any coffee lover on your list with deals on the Verismo® System and Espresso tumbler on Black Friday at participating Starbucks stores

WHAT: On Friday, Nov. 29 Starbucks invites customers to shop for Black Friday deals at participating stores in the U.S.

Starting on Black Friday (Nov. 29) and going through Cyber Monday (Dec.2), purchase the Verismo® 580 by Starbucks System for $99. A premium at-home brewing system, the Verismo® machine allows you to craft Starbucks-quality brewed coffee, espresso, lattes and chai tea consistently and conveniently one cup at a time. And, with its sleek and compact design, the Verismo system makes the perfect addition to any kitchen. Don’t forget to include Verismo™ pods and accessories such as the seasonal favorite, Starbucks ®Holiday Blend, and the new Chai tea pods – it’s the perfect gift for any self-proclaimed barista on your list!

Or, treat the coffee lover on your list to a reusable tumbler that includes a month of their favorite handcrafted espresso drink. On Black Friday and only while supplies last, for $65, you can purchase the Starbucks Stainless Steel Espresso Refill Tumbler. With this 16 fl oz tumbler, you receive one free handcrafted espresso beverage every day in January 2014 when you bring the tumbler into a participating store. The total value of the tumbler is $140* (regularly priced at $75).

On Black Friday and all holiday season long, you can also stop in to your favorite Starbucks store to celebrate the joy of the season with a brief respite and enjoy your favorite beverages, including our beloved holiday trio – Gingerbread Latte, Peppermint Mocha and Caramel Brulée Latte.

WHEN: Friday, Nov. 29

WHERE: Participating Starbucks® stores in the U.S. and online at www.starbucksstore.com while supplies last.

VISUALS INCLUDE: High resolution images available for download at http://news.starbucks.com

*Total value of $140 based on the average price of a grande espresso beverage x 31 days, plus the price of the tumbler.

About Starbucks

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffee. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at www.starbucks.com