Page 14 - Press Releases

  1. November 14, 2023

    Scooter’s Coffee® Presents $277,032 Donation to The Pink Agenda to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and Life-Saving Research

    1 Million Cookies and Counting Since 2020

    OMAHA, Neb., Nov. 16, 2023 – Through a $277,032 check donation that was presented to The Pink Agenda today, Scooter’s Coffee will help the organization provide valuable resources such as funding for life-saving breast cancer research and raising awareness. 

     

    From Sept. 27- Oct. 31, and in connection with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, customers across the 30-state Scooter’s Coffee footprint supported this critical research by collectively purchasing 461,673 customer-favorite Courage Cookies or by adding a donation to their order—the donations and 20% of the cookie sales will directly support breast cancer research. 

     

    Since 2020, Scooter’s Coffee has donated nearly $676,000 to The Pink Agenda and sold more than 1 million Courage Cookies across its footprint. Due to significant progress in breast cancer research, there are more than 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

    “For the fourth year in a row, we are so grateful for the

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  2. November 05, 2023

    Scooter’s Coffee® is Serving Up Gratitude on Veterans Day

    Veterans Receive a FREE Drink of Any Size on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023

    To thank our nation’s Veterans for their courage and service in protecting our freedom, Scooter’s
    Coffee is offering them a free handcrafted drink of any size on Veterans Day, Saturday,
    November 11.


    “This Veterans Day, we pause to express our deepest gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to the
    brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our great nation. They exemplify
    key core values that we take to heart at Scooter’s Coffee, such as Courage, Integrity, and
    Humility,” said Joe Thornton, President of Scooter’s Coffee. “Scooter’s Coffee franchisees and
    employees look forward to welcoming Veterans on Nov. 11 as our way of saying ‘thank you’ for
    their selfless commitment.”


    Veterans can order any size of drink including holiday offerings like the Peppermint Mocha,
    Praline Caramelicious® and Sugar Cookie Latte – all made with decadent, fresh espresso and
    available hot, iced or blended. Scooter’s Coffee also serves

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  3. October 31, 2023

    Scooter’s Coffee® Names Joe Thornton as Next CEO

    Continued rapid growth remains at the forefront as company transitions to new leadership

     

    OMAHA, Neb., Nov. 1, 2023 – Scooter’s Coffee, recognized as one of the fastest-growing franchise systems in the U.S., and best known for its amazingly fast drive-thru and specialty coffee, today announced that Joe Thornton will be appointed Chief Executive Officer of Scooter’s Coffee, effective January 1, 2024. Thornton currently serves as the company’s President and will succeed Todd Graeve, who will retire after serving as CEO since 2016 and after nearly two decades in the Scooter’s Coffee business.

    Joe Thornton

    “Joe has been a blessing for our business since joining as President. He’s an exceptionally experienced leader in the restaurant, franchise and retail industry, and I know Joe is the right leader for us in our next acceleration of growth,” said Don Eckles, Co-Founder and Chairman of Scooter’s Coffee, LLC.

    The remainder of 2023 will serve as a transitional period for Thornton and Graeve.

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  4. October 30, 2023

    ‘Tis the Season for Savory Sips and Treats with Scooter’s Coffee® New Holiday Menu

    Whether gathering with family and friends, preparing for the hustle and bustle of the season or having a cozy day at home, the Scooter’s Coffee Holiday Menu offerings and exclusive gift ideas will help you spread cheer and kindle the spirit of love throughout the holidays. 


    From refreshing peppermint that will jump start your mornings to silky praline for an afternoon pick-me-up, savor the decadence of the season with drinks and treats that are festive and full of flavor to make your holidays bright and merry. 

     

    Peppermint Mocha: A delicious fusion of flavors, this mocha latte combines the best of winter in a cup. Deep, dark espresso is melded with decadent chocolate, rich, steamed milk, and a cool, sweet kick of peppermint. It’s topped with a fluffy cloud of whipped cream, drizzled chocolate and a sprinkle of peppermint chips.

     

    Praline Caramelicious®: Flavors of warm, brown sugary pecans meld with world-class espresso, velvety milk and smooth caramel for a treat that’s perfectly

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  5. October 17, 2023

    Scooter's Coffee® NEW FrankenSCOOOT! Energy Infusion Offers a Spine-Tingling Boost of Energy During Spooky Season

    Omaha, Neb. October 18, 2023 – Move beyond the witches’ brew to sip a spooky drink this Halloween season with the new, spine-tingling FrankenSCOOOT! Energy Infusion from Scooter’s Coffee. This hauntingly refreshing and energizing drink is available now through October 31, and will put a pep in the step of ghosts and ghouls alike. 

    A scary delicious combination of mouthwatering raspberry and bold blue raspberry flavors bring to life the limited-time FrankenSCOOOT! Energy Infusion. You don’t have to be a scientist to go mad for this concoction. 

    “At Scooter’s Coffee, we believe that every sip should be an experience, and our new FrankenSCOOOT! Energy Infusion embodies the spirit of the Halloween season in a fun, energizing way,” said Malorie Maddox, Scooter’s Coffee Chief Marketing Officer. “We’re proud to offer our exclusive SCOOOT! Energy™ Infusions in a variety of flavors. They have the same amazing quality as our world-class coffee, which means great flavor. They are a perfect pick-me-up

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  6. September 27, 2023

    Scooter’s Coffee® Unveils All-New Dollar Delights Menu

    Delight your taste buds with Mini Donuts and more from the brand-new Scooter’s Coffee Dollar Delights Menu. Priced at just one dollar each, these new, delicious deals feature Mini Donuts, Brewed Coffee, an Extra Shot of Espresso, Sweet Cold Foam and Bottled Water.

    “We are excited to offer our first-ever Dollar Delights Menu, which underscores our commitment to providing value along with an amazing experience,” said Joe Thornton, President of Scooter’s Coffee. “These offerings highlight the quality and flavor Scooter’s Coffee is committed to delivering. From delicious Mini Donuts to fresh Brewed Coffee of any size, the incredible one-dollar price of our new grab-and-go items add value, convenience and delight as you scoot through our drive-thru.” 

    Mini Donuts: A trio of classic, old-fashioned cake donuts everyone loves in 
    mini-sized treats. Mouthwatering, baked-to-perfection, one-ounce glazed donuts are an easy sweet you can enjoy.

    Brewed Coffee: Available in small, medium and large

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  7. September 26, 2023

    700th Scooter’s Coffee® Drive-Thru Opens in Elkhart, Indiana
 New Store to Celebrate with Grand Opening Event on October 6

     

    Elkhart, Ind., September 28, 2023 - Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its amazingly fast drive-thru and specialty coffee, is excited to announce the opening of its 700th location at 616 W. Bristol Street, Elkhart, Ind.

    “Opening our 700th location and celebrating this milestone with the great community in Elkhart is really exciting for Scooter’s Coffee,” said Joe Thornton, President of Scooter’s Coffee. “We look forward to sharing our amazing brand and love for all things coffee to new customers.”

    To celebrate, the drive-thru location will be hosting a Grand Opening on Friday, October 6, 2023, where customers can buy one drink to get one free when they pay with the Scooter’s Coffee Mobile App.

    With the app, customers earn three “Smiles” for every dollar spent to collect toward free drinks for their loyalty. To scoot through faster, customers can also link a credit card to the app. Mobile Order Ahead is also available, allowing customers to order their favorite drinks and food, pay ahead

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  8. September 25, 2023

    Scooter’s Coffee® Courage Cookies are Back to Support
The Pink Agenda and Lifesaving Breast Cancer Research

    Breast cancer is now the most common cancer worldwide, with an estimated 2.3 million cases each year, affecting women and men. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, Scooter’s Coffee is again offering its popular Courage Cookie, and will donate a portion of the proceeds to The Pink Agenda to help fund lifesaving breast cancer research.

    Scooter’s Coffee has partnered with The Pink Agenda since 2020. The nonprofit is committed to raising money for breast cancer research and care. Through Oct. 31, Scooter’s Coffee customers can support this critical research by purchasing the customer-favorite Courage Cookie and/or by adding a donation to their order—the donations and 20% of the cookie sales directly support breast cancer research.

    Baked from scratch in the kitchens of Scooter’s Coffee affiliated company, Harvest Roasting, the delicious Courage Cookie is a sugar cookie with savory cream cheese frosting and pink sprinkles—pink is the color that symbolizes breast cancer awareness.

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  9. September 25, 2023

    1 Million Cups Served by End of September, Scooter’s Coffee® Customers Enjoy Free Fresh-Brewed Coffee EVERY DAY This Month Ahead of National Coffee Day

    While National Coffee Day is September 29, Scooter’s Coffee has been spreading the coffee love all month long by offering FREE delicious, fresh-brewed coffee to customers every day throughout September. By the end of September, Scooter’s Coffee anticipates its stores will have served more than 1 million cups of free fresh-brewed coffee since September 1.

    “What an exciting milestone to give away over 1 million cups of coffee during our September celebration of National Coffee Day,” said Joe Thornton, President of Scooter’s Coffee. “We have enjoyed the positive feedback from our valued loyal customers and new customers. Our Baristas have loved the joyful interactions with familiar and new faces each day in the drive-thru. It’s a reminder that a cup of coffee represents kindness, warmth and connection.”

    Customers have been flocking to Scooter’s Coffee drive-thru locations throughout September to sip and savor fresh-brewed hot coffee for free. 

    Stop by your local Scooter’s Coffee on National

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  10. August 28, 2023

    September is Scooter’s Coffee® Month! Sip and Savor FREE Fresh-Brewed Scooter’s Coffee EVERY DAY in September

    National Coffee Day is September 29th, but the entire month of September is now Scooter’s Coffee Month. We are spreading the coffee love by offering FREE delicious, fresh-brewed coffee every day throughout September, starting Sept. 1st. Start your days in September by ordering any size of fresh-brewed hot coffee for free, whether its medium or dark roasts or the Scooter’s Coffee popular flavors of Caramelicious®, Scooter Doodle® or French Vanilla

    “We want our loyal customers and new customers to enjoy the indulgence of free coffee not just in celebration of one day, but for an entire month,” says Joe Thornton, President of Scooter’s Coffee. “Serving amazing, high-quality coffee is at our core at Scooter’s Coffee. We take pride in sharing our farm-to-cup coffee, roasted with only the finest 100% Arabica beans sourced directly from our farmer partners and served daily with a smile from friendly baristas. We enjoy celebrating National Coffee Day throughout September to savor all the

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