How to Score BOGO Handcrafted Fall Drinks at Starbucks Every Thursday in September

The autumn equinox might not be until Sept. 23, but it already feels like fall thanks to the many seasonal food and drink items available at retailers nationwide. The fall drink menu has been back at Starbucks since Aug. 24, featuring seasonal favorites like the Pumpkin Spice Latte and brand-new creations like the Iced Apple Crisp Oat Milk Shaken Espresso.

Even better, you can get a taste of pumpkin or apple goodness without draining your checking account. Starbucks Rewards members can enjoy buy one, get one (BOGO) handcrafted drinks on Thursdays after 12 p.m. throughout September. Find out what fall beverages qualify for this promotion.

Starbucks Rewards members can get a free weekly drink

BOGO Thursdays are back at Starbucks! Starbucks Rewards members can sip on fall flavors all month while saving money. When you buy one handcrafted fall beverage, you'll get a handcrafted fall drink of equal or lesser value for free (max value of $10) each Thursday after 12 p.m. in September. The following handcrafted fall beverages qualify for the promotion:

• Pumpkin Spice Latte
• Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
• Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte
• Chai Tea Latte
• Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
• Caramel Apple Spice
• Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato

To score a freebie, you must order one of the above drinks. Adding Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam or making other fall flavor modifications to other drinks does not qualify you for the promotion. You can buy any size beverage, and hot, iced, and blended versions are eligible.

Want to get your free drink? Order through the Starbucks mobile app or ask the barista to apply the promotion at checkout to get this deal. There is a limit of one free drink per Starbucks Rewards member per week.

This deal provides an excellent way to celebrate the season and share a drink with a partner, friend, co-worker, or family member. By only paying for one drink and getting a second one free, you can welcome the new season without ignoring your budget or racking up credit card debt. Now that you know about this money-saving deal, which delicious drinks will you be ordering?

Don't miss out on freebies

You're missing out if you're a regular Starbucks coffee drinker but have yet to join the Starbucks Rewards program. It's free to join. Through the program, you can earn stars every time you spend money at Starbucks, and you can later redeem your stars for free drink modifications, food and drinks, and merchandise. It makes for a simple way to save money.

Members also get exclusive access to special events like BOGO Thursdays. Through the mobile app, you'll also see bonus star opportunities. By activating these offers and making eligible purchases, you can earn stars faster to get closer to your free coffee redemption goals. You can also save time by ordering ahead through the mobile app.

Programs like this provide value to customers. It's worth signing up even if it takes time to earn rewards through restaurant and retail rewards programs. Any discounted or free item is a win for your wallet. For additional ways to save money, check out our personal finances resources.