16 Starbucks Money Saving Hacks! {Little Known Tricks}

Start saving money and getting free coffee with these easy Starbucks Money Saving Hacks!

It’s time to save some money at Starbucks with some help from these insanely easy Starbucks Money Saving Hacks!

Now let me tell you… I’m a big fan of Starbucks coffee, in fact I even used to work at their corporate headquarters in Seattle when I was in college.  That led to fun classes learning how to make every drink + unlimited free drinks each day at the make-your-own espresso bars tucked around every corner.  So yes… that fueled my already brewing addiction and serious love affair with coffee.  What can I say… I’m in love!

I’ve always enjoyed Starbucks dates with my hubby, meeting friends for coffee, and stopping by Starbucks cafes on vacation!  However, making frequent stops to get coffee at Starbucks can really add up.  So that’s where these Starbucks Drink Hacks come in to play!

Here are some really easy Starbucks Tips and Tricks to help you save money on your next visit to Starbucks, and to even score Free Starbucks drinks!  Are you ready to save BIG on your next coffee fix?  Finding the best Restaurant Deals is always fun!

So read on to learn my favorite hacks for How To Save Money At Starbucks…

{Original Starbucks location in Pike Place Market – Seattle, Washington}

Starbucks Money Saving Hacks for Free Drinks

We all know that scoring our favorite Starbucks drink for free is the absolute best way to enjoy coffee.  So here are my favorite Starbucks money saving hacks and tips for how you can get Free Starbucks Gift Cards and dine on a dime!

#1: Score Free Starbucks Gift Cards from Swagbucks!

I’ve already been a member Swagbucks for almost 10 years and I consistently earn free gift cards every month!  With Swagbucks you can earn SB Points for Free Starbucks Gift Cards by taking surveys, watching videos, playing games, getting shopping rewards and more.

Right now you will get 100 FREE Swagbucks SB Points right when you sign up using promo code: FRUGAL100!!  {code is case sensitive ~ sometimes it works better to type it, rather than copying and pasting it}

You only need 500 SB points for a $5 Starbucks Gift Card!  I love Swagbucks and I love how quickly I can earn Free Starbucks Gift Cards with Swagbucks!

#2: Never Pay for Starbucks Again When You Use Free Gift Cards from Survey Junkie!

Start collecting your free Starbucks Gift Cards when you take surveys with Survey Junkie.  Once you reach 1,000 points, you can cash out your points for a $10 Starbucks Gift Card!

As a member of Survey Junkie, I love how they have a fun, easy earnings wheel to track my progress.  Progress towards scoring that next free Starbucks Gift Card!  This is definitely one of my FAVORITE Starbucks Money Saving Hacks!

Now the key is to use as many of these above Starbucks money saving hacks for free gift cards as possible.  Sign up for as many of these survey companies as you can, then you’ll have the most opportunities to earn Free Starbucks Gift Cards and more!

Next, let’s talk about the fun part… using your free Starbucks gift cards and saving money on your coffee at Starbucks at the same time!  Yay for scoring deals at Starbucks!!

#3: Join Starbucks Rewards for a Free Birthday Drink + Free Drink Refills in-store!

Every time you pay with the Starbucks Rewards App, you’ll also earn Stars towards more Free Drinks!  Bring on the stars!

#4: Skip the Mocha, and order a Misto with 2 Pumps of Chocolate

Instead of a ordering a Mocha, simply order a Misto with 2 pumps of chocolate. A Starbucks barista taught me this tip years ago!  It is made with drip coffee instead of espresso shots, but tastes virtually the same, and saves about $1.00!

#5: Order a Latte and Add Chocolate Syrup

Frugal friend Andrea writes: “If you’re using the Starbucks app and trying to earn rewards, don’t order a mocha.  Order a latte and add chocolate syrup.  Same recipe, same price, but if you order a mocha you won’t earn your rewards points when you’re on a ‘Latte Star Dash’.  Even though a mocha is just a latte with chocolate syrup.”

#6: Have your Venti Frappucino Split into 2 Cups

If I’m with my hubby or a friend, instead of ordering 2 small Frappucinos, we order 1 venti Frappucino and have it split into 2 cups.  This simple trick saves abut $3.00!

#7: Order your Tall Brewed Coffee in a Grande or Venti Cup

By having it poured into a larger cup, you’ll make sure you’ve got plenty of room to add your cream or sugar, without having to pour out any of the coffee!

#8: Order Espresso Shots Only

Frugal friend Madison writes: “If your regular drink is an iced latte or iced coffee, instead order just the shots in whichever cup you prefer, and then add the milk or half and half at the condiment stand.  You end up with the same drink, but ordering the individual shots instead comes out cheaper!”

#9: Order Off the Starbucks Secret Menu!

Don’t need as much coffee?  Take advantage of the Starbucks Secret Menu Drinks!  Order an 8 oz. Short Sized Drink from the Starbucks Secret Menu.  The amount you save will vary by drink, but it’s an easy Starbucks money saving trick worth checking out!

#10: Always Bring Your Reusable Cup, and Save 10 Cents!

Regardless of the size of beverage your are ordering, you can get 10 cents off the total price if you simply bring in your reusable cup!  This is the Starbucks Reusable Cup I use.   I’ve had it for years, and love it!  Go learn more about the Starbucks Reusable Cup Discount!

#11: Download the Starbucks App for Exclusive Coupons! {like Buy 1, Get 1 FREE}

Would you like to save even more with some Starbucks Coupons?  Just download the Starbucks app on your phone, and check it regularly for exclusive coupons.  Just the other day they had a Happy Hour coupon in the app for Buy 1, Get 1 FREE drinks!

#12: Order a Child-Sized Drink for the Kids or When You’re Not That Thirsty!

Did you know you can order teeny tiny sized Starbucks drinks for the kids, too?  Or if you’re not that thirsty… order one for yourself!  They’re not always easy to find on the menu, but all you have to do is ask.  Thanks to the Starbucks Kid Friendly Drinks, Starbucks offers kid sized hot chocolates or cold chocolate milk drinks with the fancy whip cream in cute little kid sized cups!  And for that matter… our kids are even happy with getting their own cup of free ice water in a Starbucks cup.  When one of my nephews was younger, he used to beg for a Starbucks water!

#13: Get Your Pooch a Free Puppuccino

Did you know that Starbucks has a secret menu item just for your dog?  It’s true and it’s an easy way to make your doggie very happy while you are out and about.

So what is a Puppuccino?  It’s simply some whip cream in a small cup.

To receive this freebie, all you have to do is request a “Puppuccino” or a small cup of whip cream for your doggie.

#14: Get Free Refills While Shopping at Target!

Frugal friend Beth writes: “Become a Gold Member and get a hot or iced coffee or a tea (ask first if it will count), then stay in the store even if it’s a Target and get a free refill on way out.  If your working on your computer or just hanging out you can also keep getting free refills.”

Related: Ways to Save More at Target

#15: Active Military and Veterans Get a Free Cup of Coffee on Veterans Day!

Frugal friend Carol writes: “We go once a year when they give free coffee to veterans, and my husband gets his free cup of coffee”

#16: Make Copycat Versions of Your Favorite Starbucks Beverages at Home!

Frugal friend Rosemary writes: “Oh my gosh don’t get me started on how much I love starbucks LOL! We got an espresso machine to try to keep ourselves from going too often.”

Get started making some of your favorite Starbuck’s style drinks at home with these 20+ Easy Coffee Recipes!

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So what are your favorite Starbucks Money Saving Hacks and Ordering Tricks?

Share with us in the comments below!