Introduction to Daylight Saving Time
As much as we enjoy longer, sunnier days, losing an hour of sleep when daylight saving time rolls around is kind of a drag. Alas, the clocks will “spring forward” this weekend, leaving us with one less hour of shuteye on Sunday, March 9.
Dealing with the Time Change
Waking up groggy is no fun, so many brands are serving up discounts to give us all a caffeine boost or a dose of sugar to start the day. Here’s a go-to list to keep handy as we all tackle daylight saving time together.
Brands Offering Discounts
Several brands are offering discounts and promotions to help customers cope with the time change. These include:
5-Hour Energy
5-Hour Energy is teaming up with Flavor Flav to promote its 1-hour Energy shot, which comes in a 0.5-ounce bottle. On March 10, the TV personality will be handing out the energy shots to New York City commuters. Additionally, customers can get a free 1-hour Energy shot with the purchase of any 5-hour Energy product online while supplies last.
Baskin-Robbins
Just in time for daylight saving time, Baskin-Robbins customers can enjoy the chain’s Cappuccino Blast drink at a discounted price of $5 for a small, $6 for a medium and $7 for a large.
Bruegger’s Bagels
Bruegger’s Bagels rewards members can get a free coffee (hot or iced, any size) each time they make a purchase in the chain’s app or website.
Burger King
Burger King rewards members can enjoy a full week of deals at participating restaurants only on the BK app and website for order ahead. The single-use offers aren’t valid on delivery orders and can’t be combined with other deals. They’re also not valid in Alaska, Hawaii and U.S. territories.
- March 9: Free Croissan’wich with a purchase of $1+ (available during breakfast hours).
- March 10: Free 4-piece Churro Fries with a purchase of $1+ (not available during breakfast hours).
- March 11: Free medium Iced Coffee with a purchase of $1+.
- March 12: Free 5-piece French Toast Sticks with a purchase of $1+ (available during breakfast hours only).
- March 13: Free large Hash Browns with a purchase of $1+ (available during breakfast hours only).
- March 15: Free Sausage Biscuit with a purchase of $1+ (available during breakfast hours only).
Clean Juice
Clean Juice loyalty members can get a free 12-ounce “The Wakeup One” juice with any $10 purchase between March 9-10. The offer is valid in the chain’s app at participating locations.
Dunkin’ and Grubhub
Between March 9 — 10, Grubhub customers can get a free Dunkin’ coffee with any Grubhub order of $15 or more while supplies last. The single-use offer is valid on Grubhub and Seamless at participating Dunkin’ locations.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Einstein Bros. Bagels rewards members can get a free coffee (hot or iced, any size) each time they make a purchase in the chain’s app or website.
Gopuff
On March 9, Gopuff is offering the following deals on coffee and energy drinks while supplies last:
- 40% off La Colombe 11-ounce cans (only for Gopuff FAM members).
- 2 for $6 Nguyen Coffee.
- $1 off Groundwork Cold Brew.
- $1 off select Juvee Energy Drinks.
- 3 for $6 Alani.
- 3 for $6 Prime Energy.
La Madeleine
Between March 9 — 10, La Madeleine Bonjour rewards members can get a free drip coffee or fountain drink with any purchase.
Quantum
TODAY.com readers can save 25% off sitewide on Quantum Energy Squares through March 16 using the code SPRINGFORWARD25. The brand, which sells energy bars with protein and caffeine, also offers free shipping on orders over $35 plus a free gift on orders over $50.
Recess
In honor of daylight saving time, Recess is offering TODAY.com readers 10% off using the code DAYLIGHT. The brand offers a range of beverages including sparkling waters, mocktails and more.
Shipley Do-Nuts
Shipley Do-Nuts loyalty members can get a free glazed doughnut with any purchase on March 9.
Smoothie King
Smoothie King Healthy Rewards members can score a free 12-ounce Metabolism Boost Smoothie Dark Chocolate Banana on March 9.
Wendy’s
Between March 10 — 14, Wendy’s is offering several in-app deals in honor of daylight saving time. The following offers are valid at participating U.S. Wendy’s locations during breakfast hours:
- Breakfast sandwich for $2 with purchase.
- $2 off any breakfast combo.
- $0.99 for a small coffee with any purchase.
Conclusion
Daylight saving time can be a challenge, but with the help of these discounts and promotions, you can start your day off right. Whether you need a caffeine boost or a sweet treat, there are plenty of options to choose from.
FAQs
Q: What is daylight saving time?
A: Daylight saving time is the practice of temporarily advancing clocks during the summer months by one hour so that people can make the most of the sunlight during their waking hours.
Q: When does daylight saving time start?
A: Daylight saving time starts on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November.
Q: How can I cope with the time change?
A: You can cope with the time change by getting enough sleep, staying hydrated, and taking advantage of discounts and promotions offered by various brands.
Q: What brands are offering discounts on coffee and energy drinks?
A: Several brands, including 5-Hour Energy, Baskin-Robbins, Bruegger’s Bagels, Burger King, Clean Juice, Dunkin’, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Gopuff, La Madeleine, Quantum, Recess, Shipley Do-Nuts, Smoothie King, and Wendy’s, are offering discounts on coffee and energy drinks.
Q: How can I get a free coffee or energy drink?
A: You can get a free coffee or energy drink by taking advantage of the discounts and promotions offered by various brands, such as signing up for their rewards programs or using their apps.
