National Coffee Day NYC: Free Coffee And Other Celebrations
Caffeine addicts can rejoice because September 29th is officially National Coffee Day! From complimentary cups of Joe, to coffee-infused body scrubs, here are five ways to celebrate. By Carly Petrone.
CoffeeFlour
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It's time to spice up your baking life! This National Coffee Day, try swapping out your traditional flour with CoffeeFlour. This fun new product is made from dried coffee cherries, using leftover pulp to create a tasty and highly-nutritious culinary flour. But we should warn you, it actually tastes more like dried fruit than actual coffee, although it does contain a minimal amount of caffeine for those who need their daily jolt. Use it to make baked goods, sauces and soups. Learn where to buy this versatile ingredient that's making the coffee industry more sustainable here.
The Cartel Cocktail at The Rickey at Dream Midtown
The Rickey, The Dream Midtown
210 W. 55th St.
New York, NY, 10019
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Stop in for a caffeinated cocktail at The Rickey at Dream Midtown. Order "The Cartel" at the bar -- a specialty drink created by mixologist Johnny Swet. It's made with muddled coffee beans that are shaken with Sailor Jerry Rum, pineapple, agave and a large, lime coconut-infused ice cube. The coffee taste is infused throughout the cocktail, which allows you to experience a true depth of flavor.
Frozen S'mores Napoleon at David Burke fabrik
The Archer Hotel
47 W. 38th St.
New York, NY, 10018
212-302-3838
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You'll definitely ask for the dessert menu over at David Burke fabrik. Executive Pasty Chef Zac Young takes marshmallows and infuses them with coffee, making the perfect topping for his Frozen S'mores Napoleon. This layered and refreshingly cold cake is the perfect way to celebrate National Coffee Day – maybe with an espresso shot on the side?
Toby's Estate Complimentary Coffee at HGU New York
34 E. 32nd St.
New York, NY
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If you're around the NoMad district, go to HGU New York from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. on National Coffee Day, then stop by HGU New York for a complimentary cup of coffee. Toby's Estate will be hosting latte art, and the 1905 lounge will be serving up their Brooklyn Blend, which has hints of cocoa, graham cracker, toasted hazelnuts, and toffee -- yum! If you prefer a decaffeinated version, you can sip on Toby Estate's Colombia Ghost Town Blend. This mix is sweet and round, with a subtle malt flavor. Plus, its creamy body is filled with rich notes of white chocolate. We have a feeling that those with a sweet tooth will enjoy these two options in the morning.
Cup O' Coffee Face & Body Mask
Lush Cosmetics
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Don't consider yourself a morning person? Pick up the Cup O' Coffee Face and Body Mask from Lush Cosmetics and wake up your tired complexions. Invigorate your skin and mind with the rich, intoxicating aroma of freshly-brewed coffee and sweet roasted cocoa extract. The infusion of kaolin and ground coffee helps deep cleanse impurities from the pores and buff away dry patches for smooth, silky skin. Available in 5.2 oz and 11.4 oz containers. See website for more details.
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Carly Petrone is the founder of Petrone on the Rocks, a lifestyle site about food, drinks, beauty, travel, and more. She lives in New York City.
