Wendy's Is Giving Away Free Frostys This Week
Wendy's Frosty has had a big couple of weeks. First, it launched its new Thin Mints Frosty made with a first-of-its-kind Girl Scout Thin Mints-inspired cookie butter at the end of February. Then, it announced that it's releasing all-new Frosty Swirls and Frosty Fusions—letting you add sauces and mix-ins to your favorite Frosty flavor—later this spring.
While we await the new Frosty innovations, whose official arrival date and flavors have yet to be revealed, we can still celebrate the delicious Thin Mints Frosty and its milestone as the first time Wendy's has ever had four Frostys on its menu. Because, unlike the other seasonal flavors, the Thin Mints Frosty didn't replace the beloved Vanilla Frosty—instead, you can add the Thin Mints cookie butter to either the Vanilla or Chocolate Frosty.
The Thin Mints Frosty has quickly become a fan-favorite flavor at the drive-thru, and if you haven't had a chance to try it yet, Wendy's is giving you one for free. Don't worry, if you have tried (and love) the new Thin Mints Frosty, you can also get one for free with this deal.
On March 12, otherwise known as National Girl Scout Day, Wendy's is giving away free small Thin Mints Frostys all day long.
To score the free Frosty, you'll simply need to make a purchase using the Wendy's app. On March 12, when you order anything—no matter if it's a small fry or an entire combo meal—you will automatically qualify for a free small Thin Mints Frosty with your choice of Chocolate or Vanilla.
You'll need to download the Wendy's app and sign up for a free rewards account to make the purchase, then navigate to the 'Offers' section. There, you'll find the free Frosty deal, and you'll click either 'Use in Mobile Order' or 'Use in Restaurant,' depending on how you want to order.
If you're ordering ahead for pick-up or delivery, you'll click 'Use in Mobile Order,' then add your food and a small Thin Mints Frosty of your choice.
If you're at the restaurant, you'll click 'Use in Restaurant,' which adds the offer to your digital rewards card. Before you pay, show the Wendy's employee your barcode for them to scan, and the free Frosty will automatically be applied.
Once you have the Wendy's app, you'll also be able to play its new Thin Mints Frosty Adventure game. The in-app exclusive allows you to win food prizes daily and be entered into a drawing to win up to $10,000.
A free Frosty to celebrate hump day? Now that's our kind of mid-week pick-me-up.
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