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I make my daily beverage at home every morning (anyone else trying to make it through a no-spend summer?). That means going out to a coffee shop like Starbucks is always a special treat! And nothing makes me feel more special than getting my free Starbucks birthday drink. If you're looking for some money-saving tips and tricks, then you'll love this hack I use to turn my Starbucks birthday drink into two bevs instead of one.
Scroll on to discover the best Starbucks birthday drink hack you need to try once your big day rolls around!
The Ultimate Starbucks Birthday Drink Hack (For Two Instead Of One!)
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My go-to Starbucks drink is a Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew (with cold foam on top, of course). On a regular day, I almost always order a grande size with light ice, but when my birthday rolls around, I get my Starbucks birthday drink in a Trenta size. Yes – you can get a Trenta (or any size) for free on your birthday! I also make sure to order it without ice to maximize how much liquid can fit in the cup.
Then, when I get home, I'll add ice to a glass and pour in half of the cold brew. To turn one drink into two, I save the other half for the next day! It's such an easy hack that earns me an extra drink and saves me from having to make a drink at home the day after my birthday – truly a reason to celebrate!
Does Starbucks give a free birthday drink?
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Yes! Every year on your birthday, if you're a member of Starbucks Rewards, you're able to order one free handcrafted beverage with any customizations you'd like, one free food item, or one free bottled beverage.
How do I activate my birthday drink at Starbucks?
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You'll need to join Starbucks Rewards at least seven days before your birthday to get access to your free Starbucks birthday drink. When signing up, make sure to add your date of birth to your account – and every year before your birthday, make sure to make at least one purchase that gets you Stars, Starbucks' rewards currency. That way, when your birthday comes around, you can go to your local Starbucks and easily scan the app to get your free Starbucks birthday drink!
Can you use your Starbucks birthday drink the day after?
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Unfortunately, you can only use your Starbucks birthday drink credit on your actual birthday. It won't be available to use the next day, nor the day prior to your birthday.
What size drink can you get at Starbucks for your birthday?
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You can order any size cup when it comes to your free Starbucks birthday drink. So, order to your heart's desire! I highly recommend trying out my two-for-one Starbucks birthday drink hack, making sure to order your go-to drink in a Trenta size so you can stretch out its shelf life and indulge in it for a couple days to keep the birthday vibes going!
What's your go-to Starbucks birthday drink? Let us know in the comments and check out 11 Low-Sugar Starbucks Drinks That Are Still A Total Treat for your next coffee date.
This post has been updated.
