Let’s be honest—between coffee dates, errands, and weekend plans, your calendar is probably as packed as mine. I never turn down a chance to catch up with friends, but finding time to shop can be tricky. Lately, I’ve resorted to early mornings and late-night Target runs just to get everything done.
Thankfully, one thing gets me through: coffee. And what’s even better than a Starbucks latte? Scoring free gift cards to pay for it.
If you’re looking to sip while you shop, here are three easy ways to earn Starbucks gift cards—no coupon clipping required.
1. Use the Starbucks® Rewards Program
This one’s a no-brainer for regular Starbucks visitors. Download the Starbucks app and sign up for the free Rewards program. Every dollar you spend earns you two stars. Once you hit 300 stars, you’ll unlock Gold Status, with freebies like handcrafted drinks, food, and more.
Tip: Load money onto your Starbucks card in the app before you order. That way, you’ll earn stars on every purchase—and rack up rewards faster.
2. Apply for the Starbucks® Rewards Visa Card
Want to take those stars even further? The Starbucks Rewards Visa Card lets you earn stars not only at Starbucks, but also on everyday purchases like groceries, gas, and even online shopping.
You’ll collect points wherever you swipe—and those points convert to stars in your account. Translation: every coffee run (and grocery haul) brings you closer to your next free drink.
3. Earn Starbucks Gift Cards with Shopkick
Shopkick is my favorite rewards app, hands down. It’s free, easy to use, and turns everyday errands into a fun scavenger hunt for points—called kicks.
You can earn kicks by:
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Walking into stores
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Scanning barcodes (no purchase needed!)
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Uploading receipts
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Shopping online
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Watching videos and completing app-based challenges
Once you rack up enough kicks, you can redeem them for gift cards to Starbucks (or dozens of other popular retailers like Target and Amazon). You can even stack Shopkick with your Starbucks Rewards or Visa Card for extra earning power.
Bonus: Shopkick makes errands way more fun—and it’s a great excuse to treat yourself to a coffee after a successful scan session.
Fuel Your Shopping (and Your Coffee Habit)
Between loyalty stars, bonus points, and app rewards, earning Starbucks gift cards is easier than ever. Whether you’re shopping in-store or online, these tips can help you sip and save at the same time.
Ready to start earning?
Download Shopkick today and join thousands of savvy shoppers turning their everyday trips into rewards.
