Okay, so you’ve got your free water. Now, what size are you getting? Dunkin’ employees are usually trained to give you a small cup for free. That’s about 10 ounces. It’s enough to wet your whistle, but not enough to fill a CamelBak.
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But here’s a little secret: the employees are human beings with hearts. If you’re charming, or if it’s a scorcher outside, many will upgrade you to a medium or even a large for free. They’re not counting the ice cubes. They’re just happy you didn’t ask for a six-shot espresso with oat milk and caramel drizzle.
Just be kind. Say “please” and “thank you.” Remember, they have a button that charges $5.00 for a cookie. They are powerful wizards of the register, and you want them on your side.
The Unofficial Rule of the Third Visit
There is an unspoken law of the Dunkin’ universe: regulars get better treatment. If you pop in once a week for a donut and a water, you become part of the furniture. By your third visit, the cashier might just hand you a water before you even ask.
You become a “water friend.” It’s a noble title, slightly below “mayor,” but way above “that person who pays in nickels.” Your loyalty is rewarded with free, crisp, life-giving H2O.
So, yeah, be a nice person. It’s cheaper than therapy, and it gets you free water. Win-win.