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A Holiday Starbuck’s Giveaway!

December 24, 2011 by DanicasDaily 156 Comments

Happy Christmas Eve everyone!! As I mentioned yesterday, one of the BEST ways to enjoy that buttery, rich, melt in your mouth Coconut Pound Cake and make every bite count is with a piping hot cup of coffee.  Not just any coffee….but, Starbuck’s VIA!  It’s not really a secret that I LOVE Starbuck’s more than any other coffee out there.  In fact, I actually ALWAYS carry these little VIA packets with me in my purse so I can have delicious coffee anytime I can find a place that has hot water. It’s true ~ I have an unnatural love for GOOD coffee LOL.

Another FUN thing about Starbuck’s VIA packets is that they are super convenient whenever you want to bake and need instant coffee (like with my Tiramisu Cupcakes).  Most recipes only require a few teaspoons and with Starbuck’s VIA you no longer need to buy an entire jar of instant coffee to just have it sit on the shelf (I totally have a jar on my shelf too LOL).

My next chocolate baking adventure is going to be chunky chocolate brownies that include just a little bit of Starbuck’s Via to make the chocolate taste even richer as I always hear Barefoot Contessa mention when she makes these chocolate ganache cupcakes.

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I am IN LOVE with these little packets because not only do they taste great, they are 100% NATURAL and made without by-products or chemicals!

This Holiday Season I’ve partnered with Starbuck’s and put together two gift boxes that will allow you to enjoy a cup of Via while you whip up your favorite recipes using VIA.

TWO LUCKY WINNERS WILL RECEIVE :

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* 12 Pack Box of Starbuck’s VIA Columbia

* 12 Pack Box of Starbuck’s VIA DECAF Italian Roast (for the times when you’ve had too much caffeine Open-mouthed smile)

* 12 Pack Box of Starbuck’s VIA Italian Roast

* A packet of Recipe Cards

* A fun Starbuck’s VIA Spatula

* To sweeten the deal, I am throwing in a $10 Starbuck’s Gift Card so you can buy anything you want at Starbuck’s!

HOW TO ENTER:

1) Simply leave your FIRST comment telling me your favorite way to use Starbuck’s VIA. If you use it to bake with, what have you made? Straight up or with cream? Iced or Hot?

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2)   TWEET and/or Facebook about this giveaway, “@danicasdaily is hosting a #Starbucks Holiday giveaway, Enter Here http://goo.gl/ZbpVX“  Be sure to leave a SECOND comment to let me know you did

3) If you have a blog, LINK back to this contest and leave a THIRD comment letting me know you did.

If you don’t have a blog, just leave a comment below telling me someone you told about this giveaway.

The Fine Print: Thanks to Starbuck’s for letting me share in the fun by giving you all the chance to win a fun Holiday Starbuck’s VIA baking kit like the one I received!

The winners will be randomly drawn and announced on Wednesday, December 28, 2011!

Happy Holidays everyone!

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  1. 1

    Kim L says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:14 pm

    I ‘ve seen them and always wanted to try them. I didnt know you could cook with them that makes them more interesting!

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    Kim L says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:17 pm

    I tweeted your giveaway http://twitter.com/#!/Somecrazedlady/status/150746449364258816
    I posted on facebook Kim Jos.. dont know if the link will work though LOL
    Kim Jos
    ?, “@danicasdaily is hosting a #Starbucks Holiday giveaway, Enter Here http://danicasdaily.com/a-holiday-starbucks-giveaway/
    Like · · Share · about a minute ago

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    Allison w says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:22 pm

    I’ve never tried VIA but I have used instant coffee in baking chocolate cake and it does intensify the chocolate flavor. Happy Holiday to you!!

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    sarah b. says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    i use them for baking – they are super convenient and make chocolate flavored anything taste so much better!

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    Elissa says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:50 pm

    Ive only used them straight up – delicious!

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    Karen Z says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:54 pm

    I too love Starbucks coffee. I carry a VIA in my purse all the time in case I need a little coffee.

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    suzanne says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:56 pm

    I love making a cafe au lait with them! Although I’ve only tried the Italian roast. I’d love to win this 🙂
    I’ve heard of cooking a roast beef with strong coffee. Sounds interesting

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    Caroline R. says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    I tweeted about this give away

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    Caroline R. says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    I’ve yet to try the Via but I love anything from Starbucks !

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    Caroline R. says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    I told someone about your giveaway. Thanks!

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    Beth B says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:09 pm

    I’ve only used them straight up, too, and it never occurred to me to use them for baking. That’s a great idea! Thanks so much. I’m anxious to try the Italian roast.

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    Kara says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:35 pm

    I would make tiramisu!

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    Liz says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:35 pm

    I’d drink them! The coffee at work is crappy and costs money. 🙁

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    Kara says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    I told my sister about your giveaway, she loves coffee!!

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    JW says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    I love them straight- hot and black! The decaf is awesome as well.

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    JW says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:45 pm

    I tweeted! @butterjessfly

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    Maurini says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:52 pm

    I’ve never used VIA before and would love to give them a whirl in a brownie recipe that I have!

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    Amy Brinson says

    December 24, 2011 at 8:07 pm

    Iced with half and half and Splenda. It’s the best!!

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    Catie says

    December 24, 2011 at 8:23 pm

    I’ve never tried via but the brownies sound really good!!

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    Christin@purplebirdblog says

    December 24, 2011 at 8:24 pm

    I do the Via thing all the time too! Lately I’ve been enjoying mine in the morning hot with unsweetened vanilla almond milk and sugar-free cookie dough Torani syrup… so delicious!

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    Christin@purplebirdblog says

    December 24, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    Tweeted! 🙂

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    Lindsey says

    December 24, 2011 at 8:48 pm

    I use starbucks via in my coffee flavored oats!

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    Lindsey says

    December 24, 2011 at 8:49 pm

    I dont have a blog but I told my co-workers about your giveaway!

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    Mandy says

    December 24, 2011 at 9:09 pm

    I like mine with sugar

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    Andrea S says

    December 24, 2011 at 9:40 pm

    I have never cooked with it…but now I want to. 🙂 I like it brewed with a little Torani SF syrup and some sort of milk or half and half. Had 2 big cups thus morning with brown sugar cinnamon syrup.

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    Andrea S says

    December 24, 2011 at 9:42 pm

    I tweeted about the giveaway (rhiannon828). 🙂

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    Lauren says

    December 24, 2011 at 9:43 pm

    I love Starbucks Via packets! I keep a pack in my desk at work for mornings when I go to the gym and don’t have time to stop for a coffee. Just a little sweetener and some milk and it’s perfect!

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    Deanna says

    December 24, 2011 at 10:20 pm

    I have used the packets in a coffee protein smoothie before…so good!

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    Jackie W. says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:28 am

    I like it in iced coffee!

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    Gail H. says

    December 25, 2011 at 6:19 am

    I’m after that spatula 🙂 I collect them! My favorite way to use coffee packets is for making a mocha shake! YUM! Great give away Danica…thanks!

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    Gail H. says

    December 25, 2011 at 6:20 am

    OK, so I’ve tweeted…not sure if I did it right…and I put a comment on my FB and your FB pages 🙂 I do really want that spatula lol

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    Rachel says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:38 am

    So far, I have only tried Starbucks VIA as regular morning coffee. I love it, though, and would be really excited to try it in baking!

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    Rachel says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:42 am

    I tweeted! @RachelhopB

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    lea says

    December 25, 2011 at 8:09 am

    cream and stevia! Love! The coffee at my work stinks, so these are my occasional savior!

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    Biz says

    December 25, 2011 at 8:16 am

    Merry Christmas Danica! Great giveaway – my boss gave me a box of Via last year – its nice to have on hand when I forget to pick up coffee beans!

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    Melanie says

    December 25, 2011 at 8:24 am

    I like the Via’s just as coffee and add frothed milk if available. I will remember to add some to brownies next time I bake some!! I also think it would be good in a chocolate smoothie!! yum….great giveaway!

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    Jessie C. says

    December 25, 2011 at 8:54 am

    I like it with soy milk.

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    Jessie C. says

    December 25, 2011 at 8:54 am

    Facebooked.https://www.facebook.com/tcarolinep/posts/300570269981682

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    Jessie C. says

    December 25, 2011 at 8:55 am

    I told my sisters about this giveaway, we’re together celebrating the holiday!

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    ann says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:04 am

    I love to drink Starbucks VIA….so easy and so good!

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    Lisa G. says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:05 am

    Iced with cream and splenda, yum!

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    CAROL NICHOLS says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:06 am

    Straight up – hot – black. Delish!
    Shouted about this giveaway to one of my neighbors.
    Merry Christmas! Enjoy!

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    Lisa G. says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:07 am

    I tweeted about your giveaway right here:
    https://twitter.com/#!/LisaMGoeke/status/150970696896479233

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    Lisa G. says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:08 am

    I told my mother about your giveaway and hopefully if I don’t win, she will! 🙂

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    Linda says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:18 am

    Great when you want just one cup of good coffee late in the afternoon or evening!

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    ellen says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:27 am

    I love it with vanilla and almond milk iced.

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    sofia says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:31 am

    I love the via! I fill my glass with water leaving about 4 inches then add a splash of carmel macchiato then add ice and top it off with sugar free carmel sauce. Yum

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    Rose says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:51 am

    My sorority sister swears by them. I’ve yet to try them, but would love to.

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    Elaine says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:58 am

    I love the decaf after dinner. Can’t beat it.

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    Melanie says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:59 am

    Love them iced with a little cream!

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    Lauren at Keep It Sweet says

    December 25, 2011 at 10:00 am

    I love to use it at work

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    Debbie says

    December 25, 2011 at 10:00 am

    I love the Via for travelling!

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    Sharon says

    December 25, 2011 at 10:16 am

    Would love to try as a yummy coffee and use in my Mocha Cake!

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    mary @ what's cookin with mary says

    December 25, 2011 at 10:32 am

    Iced with cream !

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    Ginger Ramage says

    December 25, 2011 at 10:33 am

    I have never used them, but LOVE Starbucks! Would love to try them!

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    Sherrie says

    December 25, 2011 at 10:35 am

    Well I love starbucks coffee and I use the via just the way it is with hot water!!
    Love my coffee too!!

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    Dianne says

    December 25, 2011 at 10:56 am

    I have never used them, but would love to try them out. I love Starbucks.

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    Sheila Arth says

    December 25, 2011 at 11:15 am

    I have not tried these yet but would love to because I love Starbucks coffee!

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    Sheila Arth says

    December 25, 2011 at 11:18 am

    I shared the link on Facebook about the Starbucks give-a-way!

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    Denise says

    December 25, 2011 at 11:29 am

    I add coffeemate ff french vanilla!

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    Amanda @ xo, Amanda says

    December 25, 2011 at 11:32 am

    I love via, too! I have 848344564 bags of coffee and recently, over 100 Keurig k-cups :-x, so I don’t know if I’d buy myself vias for awhile, but I certainly would like some :-D. I usually just drink it straight up! Love bringing it when I travel just in case I need my fix and can’t get it otherwise- heh, heh. But I LOVE your baking idea! I used to be obsessed with taking the iced via’s to work in the Summer before we got our coffee machine there, but now I have 10-15+ packets and no real need to use them (I prefer stevia & those are automatically loaded with sugar), but I can bake with them now. Brilliant!

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    Robyn @ Blueberries and Oats says

    December 25, 2011 at 11:50 am

    I love my VIA hot with a little sugar and cream!

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    Theresa says

    December 25, 2011 at 12:02 pm

    I love to blend it with milk, pumpkin, cinnamon and agave, then warm it up for a satisfying breakfast treat!

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    Erin S says

    December 25, 2011 at 12:07 pm

    My husband and I brought Starbucks Via with us when we were backpacking. This way the load was light and we still had our coffee!! Made our mornings wonderful!

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    Lia says

    December 25, 2011 at 12:08 pm

    I keep saying I’m going to try them and I always leave with other things on my mind and I FORGET……………..some day

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    Leigh says

    December 25, 2011 at 12:41 pm

    My fav thing to make is black bean brownies. They are so good that I don’t tell the fam what is in them. Shhh!

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    Jen@FoodFamilyFitness says

    December 25, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    I like to use it in a smoothie for an extra burst of energy.

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    Lynda M says

    December 25, 2011 at 12:54 pm

    I keep it in my purse for when I can’t get to Starbucks.
    Thanks,

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    Lynda M says

    December 25, 2011 at 12:54 pm

    I don’t have a blog, I told my DIL. Thanks hope I win!

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    Lucia says

    December 25, 2011 at 1:34 pm

    I have a few in my office, we have free coffee but since I am an espresso drinker, these work perfectly for me.

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    Margaret Gabriele says

    December 25, 2011 at 2:20 pm

    I would like to try these in chocolate cupcakes

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    Jessie says

    December 25, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    I haven’t tried baking with VIA yet, but I’ll have to change that! So far, I just drink it at work.

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    Jessie says

    December 25, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    I tweeted!

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    Sandy says

    December 25, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    Love to use it in baking.

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    Michelle says

    December 25, 2011 at 3:08 pm

    I love Via! My husband and I use it to make iced coffee drinks in the blender with a shot of mocha and coconut milk!

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    amy says

    December 25, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    These are so handy when travelling! Would love to try these in some baked goods.
    I have some expresso powder on the shelf for that purpose but I’m sure this would be better!

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    Emily K says

    December 25, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    I am a teacher and these packets are perfect for a nice warm cup of coffee at school before the kiddos get there or at recess on a cold day:)

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    Lindsay says

    December 25, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    I use it when I get to work as I work VERY early in the morning in a call center and would not have enough time to make coffee in the morning! 😀

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    sarah@spinach and spice says

    December 25, 2011 at 4:29 pm

    I’ve never cooked with Via because I’ve never had it! I’d love to try it in baked goods.. especially a mexican chocolate dessert. mexican chocolate pound cake perhaps!

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    Natalie says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:13 pm

    I randomly sprinkled it into my oatmeal, and it actually tasted really good!

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    Bethie says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    Great for coffee drinks in the blender!

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    Debbie says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:26 pm

    I just got Starbucks VIA for Christmas – I have been whining about having to fire up the coffee maker on weekends and holidays for one cup of coffee. Instant is terrific. I will use it for cooking, relaxing, and enjoying coffee on the go without a whole pot to waste.

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    Toni says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    Never used them, but I would love to give them a try…..I love Starbucks!

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    Diane in Wisconsin says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:36 pm

    Straight and strong early morning

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    Chris says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:44 pm

    Love using them for my iced coffee drinks. I love Starbucks!!

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    Jennifer @ItSuxToBeFat says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:48 pm

    I like it with cream and sweet-n-low!!!

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    Tamra Augostino says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:57 pm

    I have never used the Via mixes before. I’m looking forward to possibly trying them.

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    Tamra Augostino says

    December 25, 2011 at 5:59 pm

    I tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/OnMyVTPorch/statuses/151104639918538753

    (btw, if you have the tweet start with @username, it will only be sent to that person and not tweeted to everyone)

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    Michelle says

    December 25, 2011 at 6:04 pm

    I like it straight up pipping hot! Sometimes I microwave it to get it super hot! 😉

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    Michelle says

    December 25, 2011 at 6:05 pm

    Tweeted about it: username michellesepii!

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    Michelle says

    December 25, 2011 at 6:06 pm

    I told my sister about this giveaway 😉

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    Laurie says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:01 pm

    Would be a great eye opener to get this prize! Merry Christmas! I’ll be looking for the pound cake in the mail!

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    sharona says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    love to keep them at my desk for a quick caffeine fix!

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    Carol says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:49 pm

    I tweeted. Twitter name is rizzogurl.

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    Carol says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:50 pm

    I love the Via’s. Hot or cold, coffee is good anyway!!

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    Carol says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:51 pm

    I told several people at Christmas about your blog and your fantastic give away. I posted mine in the right order but they didn’t come out that way. 🙁

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    Aucoale says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:52 pm

    with lots of crushed ice OR hot and foamy

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    Denise says

    December 25, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    I just love via straight up! Never thought to cook with it! Thanks for the tip!

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    Christi says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:52 pm

    We love to take it with us when we travel. So much better than the coffee in hotel rooms and I like being able to have my iced lattes. Smart idea of using it when baking.

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    Danielle says

    December 25, 2011 at 9:59 pm

    I like it for easy iced coffee drinks as well as reg hot coffee.

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    Stephanie Henderson says

    December 25, 2011 at 11:22 pm

    I can’t believe I’ve never tried it! I LOVE Starbucks!

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    Audrey K. says

    December 26, 2011 at 12:08 am

    i’ve never been creative with the via, just drink it hot w/ a little bit of soymilk. my fav is the columbia.

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    Tammy says

    December 26, 2011 at 6:48 am

    I haven’t tried it but now I’m interested. I do make these incredible brownies that I could use this in the next time I make them.

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    Deanna G. says

    December 26, 2011 at 7:12 am

    I’ve never used it before.

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    Lisa says

    December 26, 2011 at 7:12 am

    I love to tote the Via around in my purse and when I need a pick-me-up in the afternoon I have it there waiting for me. I the hot water at my work and add cream and a little sweetener.

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    Deanna G. says

    December 26, 2011 at 7:12 am

    Tweeted the giveaway:

    https://twitter.com/#!/calidreamin87/status/151304394464440320

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    liz says

    December 26, 2011 at 8:27 am

    I love to use instant coffee to make tiramisu Yummy. Thanks so much for the chance to win.
    LIz

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    Amy says

    December 26, 2011 at 9:40 am

    I have never tried it! Great way to start by winning!

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    Amy says

    December 26, 2011 at 9:42 am

    on Facebook

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    Amy says

    December 26, 2011 at 9:42 am

    told my husband about it!!!

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    Caitlin says

    December 26, 2011 at 9:51 am

    I’ve never used Starbucks Via before, but it sounds so yummy! I would definitely use it in baking, probably one of your delicious recipes.

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    Caitlin says

    December 26, 2011 at 9:51 am

    I told my mom about this giveaway because she LOVES Starbucks!

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    paula says

    December 26, 2011 at 9:51 am

    What a great way to spend the day after any day !! All schnugged up with a nice, inviting cup of java.. yum !! I so want to try it !!!

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    alice says

    December 26, 2011 at 2:01 pm

    never used via before but i’m guessing i’ll like it iced!

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    alice says

    December 26, 2011 at 2:02 pm

    tweeted 🙂

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    alice says

    December 26, 2011 at 2:02 pm

    i have a blog but since it’s a tumblr, i just told someone about the givewaway 🙂

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    Susan S says

    December 26, 2011 at 5:54 pm

    I love it Iced!! Yummy. I also take them camping it is so easy!

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    Cellabella says

    December 26, 2011 at 5:59 pm

    I like to use them for coffee-flavored smoothies, and there’s a coffee loaf cake recipe I want to make with them also!

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    mary a. says

    December 26, 2011 at 6:02 pm

    I ADORE starbucks! I have only tried the Christmas VIA, so this would be great for me!

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    mary a. says

    December 26, 2011 at 6:03 pm

    I don’t have twitter, but I told my mom and daughter in law about the giveaway.

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    Trish says

    December 26, 2011 at 6:14 pm

    I have never tried it, but would love to!

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    Ashley H. says

    December 26, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    I’ve never tried the Via before.

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    Ashley H. says

    December 26, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    I told my sister about the giveaway.

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    Tiffany says

    December 26, 2011 at 6:46 pm

    I’ve never tried the VIA, but I do love Starbucks coffee, so I’m sure I would love a nice hot cup of VIA coffee with a little half and half.

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    Carla says

    December 27, 2011 at 4:22 am

    What great ideas to use Via for cooking and to carry packets in your purse! Italian roast is my favorite, so I hope I win!! I love your blog, Danica.

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    Katie says

    December 27, 2011 at 6:48 am

    I have never had them but I would carry them in my purse so that I could have an amazing cup of coffee anytime!!

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    Katie says

    December 27, 2011 at 6:48 am

    I told my mother-in-law about this. She carries them with her wherever she goes!!

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    heather says

    December 27, 2011 at 7:01 am

    I like via to make iced coffee. But I would love to try baking with it!

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    Kristen A. says

    December 27, 2011 at 7:23 am

    I have never used starbucks via but would love to try it.

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    Kristen A. says

    December 27, 2011 at 7:23 am

    announced this on my facebook!!

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    Kristen A. says

    December 27, 2011 at 7:24 am

    Told the girls at work about this giveaway:)

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    Barb says

    December 27, 2011 at 7:43 am

    I have not tried this. Yet.

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    Alyssa says

    December 27, 2011 at 7:43 am

    I love VIA! I use them in brownies and bbq sauce. My sis just made oreo espresso truffles this Christmas using them and they were delicious too! I always have a few in my purse too because I am too much of a Sbux snob and I actually add it to the bad diner coffee to make it richer instead of in just water. LOL.

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    Alyssa says

    December 27, 2011 at 7:45 am

    I definitely tweeted about the contest!

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    Jennifer (take the day off) says

    December 27, 2011 at 8:39 am

    I like to have it on ice as a mid-day pick-me-up!

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    Teresa says

    December 27, 2011 at 9:20 am

    I like my Via Hot with Cream and Splenda 🙂

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    trisha says

    December 27, 2011 at 9:38 am

    I love Starbucks Via with just a little milk. I bought the Christmas blend this year. Yumm.

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    trisha says

    December 27, 2011 at 9:39 am

    facebooked the contest.

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    Aubreylaine says

    December 27, 2011 at 10:16 am

    I like it hot with Splenda!
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    Julia says

    December 27, 2011 at 12:06 pm

    Mmm favorite way is definintely iced (with cream) but I also like to add it to coffee cake. Yum!

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    Ashley H says

    December 27, 2011 at 12:07 pm

    I have never tired Starbuck’s VIA before I want to try it and if I do I would like to try it iced.

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    Leslie says

    December 27, 2011 at 12:14 pm

    I use them to make the most delicious craving-satisfying chocolate mocha smoothies ever. Yum!

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    Kati S. says

    December 27, 2011 at 12:56 pm

    I love Via! I used them to make my point friendly mocha smoothie in the mornings. Combine a handful of ice, vanilla almond milk, a banana, 1 Via packet, and a squirt of chocolate syrup. Blend and enjoy! I usually add a scoop of green foods powder to mine. It alters the taste a bit, but you get used to it. If you like it sweeter, add your favorite sweetener. Instant coffee smoothie!

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    Kati S. says

    December 27, 2011 at 12:57 pm

    Facebooked about the contest!

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    wendy says

    December 27, 2011 at 1:10 pm

    Haven’t tried Via yet!

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    Sarah says

    December 27, 2011 at 1:20 pm

    Ooh, I want to try using Starbucks Via in baking and coffee banana soft serve. I have yet to do so because I never want to buy a whole container of instant coffee when I need so little of it.

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    Charlene says

    December 27, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    I like Starbucks VIA on ice – with milk/cream.

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    Lori says

    December 27, 2011 at 6:01 pm

    I’ve never tried Starbuck’s Via. I think it would be good added into a chocolate smoothie to make a mocha flavor!

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    Allison says

    December 28, 2011 at 4:40 am

    I recently used Staebucks Via when I was traveling and didn’t think I would have access to making coffee!

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    Allison says

    December 28, 2011 at 4:41 am

    I will be telling my coworkers about this! We’re big coffee drinkers!

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    michele says

    December 28, 2011 at 5:37 am

    I like it hot.

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    Allywan says

    December 28, 2011 at 6:14 am

    I just make regular old hot coffee.

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    Aimee Moreno says

    December 28, 2011 at 7:55 am

    I like it hot with a splash of cream!

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  154. 154

    Emily says

    December 28, 2011 at 9:05 am

    plain old coffee 🙂

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    Kim says

    December 28, 2011 at 5:58 pm

    Hot coffee.

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