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Caribou rolls out holiday merch, flavors

November 7, 2013

Minnesota-based Caribou Coffee is partnering with Faribault Woolen Mill Co. to provide customers with luxury items perfect for holiday gifts, including coffee sleeves, phone sleeves with pocket, tablet sleeves, key chains, ceramic tumblers with sleeves and lodge-style throws, according to a company press release.

"For nearly 150 years, Faribault woolen products have been woven into the fabric of American life and Caribou is truly honored to partner with another Minnesota company that is equally as defined by its commitment to artisanal, premium products and the communities it serves as we are," said Mike Tattersfield, president and CEO of Caribou Coffee. "It is our hope that these exclusive products bring warmth to our guests not just this holiday season, but for years to come."

Paul Mooty, president and CFO of Faribault Woolen Mill Co., is also happy about the partnership.

"These co-branded warm blankets and woolen products are reflective of the cozy coffeehouse environment that Caribou provides in its coffeehouses, and we're thrilled to share the mill's rich history with Caribou guests this holiday season with gift offerings that are destined to become heirlooms," he said.

Additionally, back by popular demand is the coffee chain's limited-time-only Spicy Mocha, made with real chocolate chips and a kick of ancho and chipotle chilies.

Other holiday LTOs include:

• Reindeer Blend: A holiday coffee with components of spicy ginger, clove and sweet cinnamon.
• Fa La Latte: Creamy eggnog mixed with espresso, whipped cream and a dash of nutmeg.
• Ho Ho Mint Mocha: Milk, dark or white chocolate mocha with mint syrup, topped with crushed peppermint candy and whipped cream.
• And gingerbread: A moist, lightly spiced slice of traditional gingerbread topped with buttercream icing.

Caribou will also offer gift sets, ornaments, seasonal treats, drinkware and electronic gift cards. Guests who visit www.cariboucoffee.com can select a gift amount and create a customizable eGift card that can be shared instantly to friends and family. All eGifts can be redeemed at participating Caribou coffeehouses nationwide, according to the press release.

Read more about LTOs.