Starbucks Hosts First-Ever ''Starbucks Coffee Break''

Company to Pour Complimentary Cups of Coffee for Customers Coast to Coast

WHAT: Starbucks will host its first-ever Starbucks Coffee Break, inviting customers across the country to enjoy a complimentary cup of freshly brewed coffee. In stores and on street corners, from insulated brewing equipment and giant coffee backpacks, partners (employees) will pour tall (12-ounce) cups of coffee to surprise customers and delight commuters.

WHEN: March 15, 2006, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

WHERE: More than 7,500 Starbucks U.S. Company-operated and licensed locations.

Starbucks believes in the high quality and exceptional taste of its brewed coffee, and wants to introduce this flavor to new customers. The Company also wants to thank loyal brewed-coffee customers with a surprising, complimentary cup of coffee.