Starbucks VIA Giveaway Contest

I’ve been doing a lot of writing around here about coffee shops in the Northwest, including Joe Bar, Muse and Fuel. But since I know many of you are often on the road, I’ve decided to share the coffee wealth by giving away 20 individual packets of Columbia VIA coffee, kindly donated by Starbucks.

Starbucks VIA is a ready-brew instant coffee that’s perfect for when you’re on the go. These individual packets are pocket sized making them a great travel accessory (and a good money-saving option!) They’re also fool-proof to make – just add water! While some instant coffees may be flat and dull, Starbucks claims that VIA is full-bodied and flavorful.

In fact, in taste tests, customers couldn’t tell the difference between a VIA packet and a cup of fresh-brewed Starbucks coffee. What say you, readers?

Want to have the chance to try VIA for free? Entering is easy!

Simply subscribe to the RSS feed (at right) via email or in a reader prior to 11:59 PM PST on February 15, 2010. If you subscribe in a reader, leave me a comment below stating that you’ve subscribed. Please leave your email address (not made public) so that I can contact you if you’re the winner. Check back here on February 16th to find out who the lucky one is. Winner will have 3 days to respond once being contacted. Open to US residents only (sorry!)