Ever since I bought myself a Keurig last fall, I’ve been drinking less and less teas, and beginning to cling to coffee in the morning. With an early wake-up for school and heeding the 6:30am, “Mama! I wake up!” call from Red, I need some caffeine served up in a tasty way. Being a Chick-fil-A ambassador, I caught early wind of the new specialty-grade, farmer direct coffees being served chain wide, and I was really interested. Now, being a coffee “newbie,” I know what smells amazing, but I usually need a mild blend or a lot of milk rather than drink it black.
Now Chick-fil-A has paired with THRIVE! Farmer network, which means that Costa Rican, Ecuadorian and Colombian coffee farmers (most small businesses) join and work with thrive to produce high end , sustainably grown coffee which is fairly paid for (not fair trade – better than that!) and offered straight to Chick-fil-A and you. These farmers that used to be strong armed into fair trade campaigns now can actually earn a living producing and marketing with THRIVE!. Being the only quick service chain to offer this high end quality coffee means that you, the customer, are tasting something that can only be gotten in high end shops (nope, higher up than over-roasted mermaid coffee).
If you’re not into hot coffees, there’s also an iced version, mixed with 2% milk and offering a few flavor options like Hazelnut, Original and French Vanilla (my favorite). If you’re looking for a non-dairy option, the iced coffee only watered down right now, without milk, so your best option is to order a hot coffee with the great non-dairy creamers. (at the original time of posting, Chick-fil-a did have non-dairy creamers. Always check when you visit for the latest offerings).
Offered in Small ($1.59), Medium ($1.89) and Large ($2.09), the new hot coffee comes in decalf as well as regular (see what I did there? lol.) and Chick-fil-A’s long term goal is to grind the beans freshly in-store each morning. Iced coffees come in just two sizes, but the French Vanilla ones are my favorite! On the go? Ask for your creamers and sugars when you order at the drive-through and the staff will mix them in for you – all ready to go!
So are you a coffee fan? This certainly isn’t helping my newly- growing addition. Would you try the iced or the hot version?
I like the print on your tank. I think if you love the service and they take extra measures to ensure they’re doing things right, that it makes sense to stay with them. 🙂
I honestly had never heard of Stitch Fix. Sounds like a great company.
I’ve had zero luck with Stitch Fix, even after overcommunciating with them and actually emailing with a stylist before my last fix. Based in what I’ve seen on the interwebs, everyone is getting essentially the same clothing. My last stylist thanked me for saying I didn’t want denim shorts (I’d seen them popping up way too often in fixes), because they’re “really pushing them right now”. That doesn’t sound like personal styling to me. Stitch Fix is using every marketing influence tactic in the book, and it appears to be working for them. As a marketing gal, perhaps I know a little too well how the sausage is made, so to speak.
I have never heard of them before. I really like subscription based services.
I keep meaning to try them. I started the processes and filled out the form. I just need to order. I’ve seen really cute items from my friends.
I’ve never heard of this before. I really do like subscription services/boxes but with clothing I tend to be picky. I might have a hard time trusting someone else to pick out clothes for me.
Stick Fix is a new company to me – I have never heard of it. I will be checking it out -sounds very intersting.
I just saw that video the blogger did about Stitch Fix. It made me glad that I hadn’t signed up. But I definitely understand why you are staying with them – it is a great time saver, I’m sure.
I enjoy my stitch fix shipments every month. I’ve gotten similar items, yes, but I honestly feel like my stylist has paid attention to my requests! I’ve kept 2-3 items each fix. No, it’s not cheap. It is, however, convenient and I have very little time for shopping in person anymore!
I am so jealous. We don’t have Chick-fil-A’s here and I want one so bad. Love me some Polynesian sauce.
farmer direct coffees sounds great! I would try that in a heartbeat!
I’ve never herd of them??? So I guess I have no thoughts on them, though I’d love to be clothes monthly!
I heart coffee. No, seriously. Big red puffy heart it. The Farmers Direct sound great. Speaking of coffee, my cup is calling me now!
I have heard a lot of mixed things about them. I like your reasoning for staying with them and it definitely make sense.
I love that Chic-fil-A is using sustainable coffee. Most people don’t realize that hundreds of acres of rain forest (our planet’s lungs) are clear cut to make room for coffee fields.
I have never had this coffee and its been at least 10 yrs since I have been to a Chic-fil-A. When I was in high school there was a mall behind where I lived. We had one in the food court. That was soooo long ago.
Now that looks really good. A nice strong fresh pick me up.
I love me some coffee and Chick-fil-A! Love this partnership.
If it works for you, go for it! I live at TJ Maxx, but I have lots of time to shop!!!!
I’m a big chickfila fan . And the coffee looks good what a great match!
Wow! i have friends who have tried stitch fix and love it but ive always been so wary of services such as these. im a very picky girl so i just couldnt do it
I occasionally drink iced coffee, and just saw that my local CFA was going to have it soon. I’ll need to try it!
Sounds like a great service! I will have to give it a try!
First off, how cute are you!? Secondly, I am kind of a coffee snob, so this makes me very, very happy.
My son really likes hazelnut blends so I need to send him some of that. This is GOOD to know!
MMMMM. Chick Fil A is so good anyway. It is even better to know they have delicious coffee there too.
I have seen you wear some of the Stitch Fix stuff and it really is great! I hate shopping and trying clothing on in general… Do they sell sweat pants?
First of all, you are totally adorable! And secondly, I so wish that there was a Chick Fil A by us! I am now craving it! Good to know they have coffee there too! Yay!
I had no idea they offered this! CFA is my absolute favorite fast food place.
This is a great option to get a stylist to put together outfits for you. I still love the thrill of the hunt, but I am finding that I don’t have a ton of time these days. I will have to check this out for su
I heard about it in a FB group for local moms. It sounds really good. I may have to check it out. Those that use it seem to really like it.
I think I would try the iced version. I love iced coffee. I love that they are planning to grind the coffee every morning.
I do love a fabulous coffee. They just opened a Chick-a-fli around the corner from my house.
I wish I was a coffee drinker. I love the aroma but not the taste…but I’m sure it smells dreamy.
Iced coffee is my favorite. I’ve never gone to Chick-fil-A.
I am a coffee addict!! It has been 2 hours since my last cup! lol Now I want a cup of this!
I haven’t been to a Chick-fil-A in a while. I’ll have to try their coffee.
I hadn’t heard of this! What a neat program.
havent tried there coffee yet but must fix that asap. im picky with my tastes but Im all in for trying new things
Love Chick-Fil-A and now I have to go and try their iced coffees! So excited I will now have something yummy to pair with my chicken biscuit!
I’ve never joined, but I’ve been curious. But, when I saw the prices of the items, I knew they weren’t in my work at home and frugal mom budget. My sister has had great luck and I get that you are paying for a service, too.
All that you say, if it works for you, great! And, if I was Kat and got those shorts, I probably would have done the same:)
I love taking my little nuggets to Chick-Fil-A. We usually go for lunch and let the kiddos play after they eat… may try for an earlier time for some coffee.
Wow, another reason to love Chick Fil A! I gotta try their coffee now!
oh yum! i love great coffee, its a must!
I am so excited, I love that they are serving coffee. Not only do I love their lemonade I can’t wait to try their coffee.
And they did honor her lower price, too! I’m not a full “member” in that I don’t get boxes every month – just when I feel like it. Maybe 2-3 times a year? 🙂
It’s pretty awesome. Just keep in mind the first box is always wonky. Try my affiliate link up in the post, if you like! I’m excited to hear what you think!
lol. They might! I ask for date night stuff and new tops. We can always ask! 🙂
I don’t get them every month, but I do like ordering them a few times a year. I don’t have time to shop, either!
That sucks! I’m sorry that it was rotten for you. I’m sure they are following “trends” and such, pushing items like every marketer, but that stinks.
First off, you are always so photogenic! Secondly, that iced coffee looks SO SO GOOD!
I love that Chick-fil-A has this new coffee! With this Farmer’s Direct coffee, you can tell they really care about the farmers they get the coffee from.
I would try the hot. I’ve never had an iced coffee, though everyone swears they are delicious.
i don’t understand all the buzz that went around. It’s a service, we have to pay for services. I like the idea of Stitch Fix but it’s way to rich for my blood for clothing every month.
I could go for some coffee right now. I love going to Chick-fil-a for breakfast. I’m looking forward to trying their coffee.
I am someone that really needs to get clothes in person, but it would be fun to try it out. You never know!
Ooh, nice that they upgraded their coffee and offer nice creamers 🙂 I’d go for the iced!
Everything is so yummy at Chick-fil-a, it doesn’t surprise me that they have upgraded their coffee. I’d love to try the ice version on my next visit!
Oh my gosh I had never heard of this! I am a coffee FREAK and that looks SO yummy! I can’t wait to try it!
I have to try it. I think the French Vanilla would be awesome as well.
That’s awesome! I love Chick-fil-A!
Chick-fil-A is my favorite and now they have incredible coffee!!! I’m going in the morning!!
I don’t believe I’ve ever tried Chick-Fil-A but that coffee looks absolutely delicious.
I love coffee, but I don’t eat fast food so I wouldn’t get to try that. Looks yummy though!
#1034 reason Chick-Fil-A is the best fast food restaurant ever!!! OMG yum and I would love to be a Chick-Fil-A ambassador!
Just a note that the little creamers are not dairy free.