Below is a list of our most frequently asked questions. If you do not see the answer that you were looking for, please
contact us and we will be glad to assist you.

General
How do I delete items from my cart? 
Just click on the
within your cart, next to the item which you would like to remove.
Do you have any job openings? 
We're always taking applications for new members of our Big Cat Coffees team. If we are not currently hiring, applications and resumes are kept on file for 12 months to be reviewed when a position is available. Please Click here for more information.
How do I check the balance of a gift certificate? 
You can check the balance of your gift certificate here!
What is your return policy? 
We want you to be completely satisfied with our service. Anytime within 30 days of purchase, you may return your unused product to us for a full refund. We can only accept returns on un-opened coffee, tea, chai or other consumable product cartons. Please include a copy of your order receipt with your return and indicate whether you would like the credit placed on your customer account or the credit card used for purchase. If you should need to return a product or brewer for any reason please click here for immediate service.

Shipping
How do I become a UPS My Choice member? 
To ensure that your delivery needs are being met at your convenience, we have partnered with UPS to offer UPS My ChoiceSM. This option gives you a level of flexibility with residential deliveries, provides alerts before the first attempt at delivery and offers the option to redirect or reshedule the delivery based on your needs. Please visit www.ups.com/mychoice for more details.
If I choose "Warehouse Pickup", how quickly is my order ready? 
Your order will be ready for pick up within 10-15 minutes after you receive your order confirmation.
Please remember our business hours are:
Monday thru Friday 8am-5pm EST & Saturday 8am-2pm EST.
Our pick-up location is:
109 Industrial Park Dr
Franklin NH 03235
How long will it take to receive my order? 
We are located in New Hampshire and process your orders Monday thru Friday, 8AM-5PM EST.
All orders are fulfilled under 24 hours and ship to:
Customers in New England - orders arrive next business day with UPS Ground service. (That's ME, MA, VT, CT, RI, and of course NH)
Customers in all other states - normally receive their order within 2-5 business days. Click here for estimated ship transit times.
APO, FPO, and International Customers - Please contact us for shipping rates and transit times.
Big Cat Coffees Customers: info@bigcatcoffees.com
Perk At Work Customers: info@perkatwork.com.
How do I avoid the $11.00 UPS address correction fee? 
A $11.00 FEE may be billed to you for address corrections made by UPS after your order has been shipped.
Be sure to include your suite or apartment number and/or business name if shipping to your place of work. If you need to make a change in the shipping address after your order is placed, please give us a call.
We are now able to ship to P.O. boxes through the United States Postal Service for an additional shipping charge. To do so please contact us (877)-528-7244.
Where is my coffee? 
For more secured delivery, we encourage you to ship your order to your place of work. Deliveries are typically made during the work day (9am-5pm). It is up to the discretion of the UPS driver if they require a signature for delivery.
When will my package be shipped? 
Your order will be shipped via UPS. Orders placed Monday thru Friday before 3pm EST will ship the same business day. Orders placed Saturday or Sunday will ship on the following active* business day.
* Excludes major holidays observed by UPS.
Why is it taking so long? 
While we make every attempt to ship your order as quickly as possible, delivery problems do sometimes occur. If you do not receive you order in a timely fashion, please contact us immediately. The shipper does not always notify us if there is a problem with delivery so it is up to you to contact us so that we can attempt to resolve any delivery issues that may arise.
How much is shipping? 
Shipping charges to the 48 contiguous states are free on orders over $75. Any orders $75 or under will be charged a flat rate of $9.50. Orders being shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally will have an additional shipping charge.
To obtain an estimate for shipping to these addresses please contact us at info@bigcatcoffees.com or info@perkatwork.com.
Do you ship orders to international or APO/FPO addresses? 
We typically ship to APO, FPO & International addresses via the United States Postal Service. If you would like to place an order to be shipped to an international address or to any address outside of the continental United States, please contact us at info@bigcatcoffees.com or info@perkatwork.com.
Please provide us with the items you are looking to have shipped and the postal code in which they will ship to so we can then obtain an estimate of the shipping cost.

About your orders and account
How does the Tell-a-Friend Program work? 
Simply log into your account and click View My Friend Referrals. There you will see a list of all friends that you have referred as well as their referral code. You will also see a form to refer more friends.
When you refer a friend, we send an email out to that person with a discount code. If your friend uses their code, our system will notify you by email and include your discount code as well. You may also go to "View My Friend Referrals" to see your codes.
If you do not see your Tell-a-Friend form on your Friend Referral page, this means that you have not yet placed an order with us. We feel that it is important for you to experience our fantastic products and service before referring your friends. Once you have placed and received your order (and fell in love with us), you are welcome to refer as many friends and family as you'd like!
How do I use my promotional or coupon code? 
If you would like to use a promotional, friend referral or gift certificate code on our website, simply enter the code in the designated field while viewing your shopping cart, and the click the 'Apply' button. You will see this located above 'My Items' and the 'Order Summary'. If you experience difficulties when inputting the code, please contact us
Big Cat Coffees Customers: info@bigcatcoffees.com or toll-free at 1-877-528-7244.
Perk At Work Customers: info@perkatwork.com or toll-free at 1-866-242-4832.
Can I change or cancel my order? 
We pack and ship most of your orders as soon as they are received from the site, it happens so fast that sometimes we can't stop the order from being packed up and shipped out. If you should have a need to cancel or make changes to your order, contact us right away. We will happily remedy the issue with you in any way possible.
How do I track my order? 
If you have placed an order with us, you should have received a shipment confirmation through the email address you provided us at the time of your order. This shipment confirmation email will contain your tracking number. Simply click on the tracking number link within the email message to view your order status. This option is also available under the 'View My Orders' tab in your account.
When will I get a confirmation of my order? 
If you have placed an order with us you should have received an order confirmation notice through the email address you provided us at the time of sale. You will also receive a shipment confirmation when your order is shipped. If you did not receive either of these, please contact us:
Big Cat Coffees Customers: 1-877-528-7244
Perk At Work Customers: 1-866-242-4832
Is my order taxable?

We are located in the tax-free state of New Hampshire. That means that all orders you make through us are TAX FREE. Purr-ty cool!
What does "unused credits" mean?

When you log in and see a message stating that you have "unused credits", this means that we have applied a credit to your account for use on your next order. This credit may be due to a refund or a mistake on your order. Credits cannot be redeemed for cash and can only be used online. Credits are not transferable. Credits are automatically applied and any unused balance will remain in your account to be used on your next order.

About our Keurig brewers
What is the difference between your "At Home" and "At Work" brewer models? 
All Keurig brewers share the same innovative single-cup technology that ensures a fresh-brewed, perfect cup of coffee or tea every time. However, Keurig does market separate At Home and At Work brewers with features and UL certification appropriate for their intended use. Keurig's At Home brewers include the Elite, Special Edition, Platinum brewer, and the OfficePRO Premier. These brewers were engineered for home use-and are UL Household approved only-and thus should not be used in commercial/office settings.
In general, Keurig's Home Brewers are designed for typical home use, including features and aesthetics most appropriate to a kitchen environment. For more information on Keurig's At Home Brewers please click here.
Keurig's At Work brewers have been designed with the heavy use requirements of the typical office and include the following models: B145, B150, B150P, B200, and B3000SE. There is a Keurig Commercial brewer to suit the needs of offices of less than 15 people to offices of more than 30 people.
Please note: We will sell Keurig brewers, coffees, tea or chai products directly to commercial/office customers. We WILL NOT sell the OfficePRO B145, B150, B200, or B3000SE brewers direct to home-use customers. Commercial & office services are available from Keurig's Authorized Distributor network. For more information on our At Work brewers please click here.
Many Keurig brewers offer multiple brew sizes. How do I use this feature to brew a cup of coffee or tea that best suits my taste?

We understand that the perfect cup of coffee means something different to everyone. That is why we offer over 140 varieties of K-Cups and multiple brew sizes on the Elite, Special Edition, Platinum, and OfficePRO Premier brewers. These choices give you the flexibility to find your perfect cup of coffee. Larger brew sizes do not provide as strong a cup of coffee as the smaller ones - so if you're looking for a stronger, more intense cup of coffee, we suggest you use a smaller brew size. You should also try our Extra Bold K-Cups. They contain approximately 30% more ground coffee in each K-Cup.
How does the brewer work?

How hot is the water in the brewer?

Keurig has found that the optimal temperature for brewing coffee is 192º F. This is the internal temperature of the water in your brewer. However, once your coffee/tea is brewed, the dispensed temperature can vary greatly. In-cup temperature depends on the cup temperature and material. When brewing into an insulated container, such as a foam or paper cup, 180-185ºF in-cup temperature is typically attained. In addition, dispensing into a cold ceramic mug will cool the coffee significantly. Please note that stream temperature of the first brew after turn-on or after an extended idle period can be a couple degrees cooler. To maximize initial in-cup temperature at home, we recommend running a 6 oz cleansing brew prior to brewing a K-Cup, which warms both the mug and the brewer. Keurig does test all brewers prior to shipment. To test the temperature of the coffee/tea dispensed, they utilize electronic peak reading temperature meters, which are much faster responding and more accurate that thermometers typically available in the home.
How do I get service for my brewer?

Please contact our Customer ServiceTeam at 1-877-528-7244 to make service arrangements.
What kind of maintenance is required for the brewer?

Regularly cleaning your Keurig Brewer (de-scaling) will prolong the life. Although scale is harmless, left unattended, it can hinder optimal Brewer performance. De-scaling regularly helps maintain the heating element, water reservoir and other parts of the Keurig Brewer that come in contact with water. Better water quality and water heating means a better cup of coffee. We recommend de-scaling your Keurig Brewer at least every 6 months (every three months if you are using hard water). The de-scaling process involves using Dezcal Brewer Descaler or 48 ounces of undiluted white vinegar. Click here to see de-scaling instructions by brewer.
How often should I clean and 'de-scale' the brewer?

Regular cleaning of the Keurig K-Cup Brewer's external components is recommended for proper operation. We recommend cleaning with a soapy, damp non-abrasive cloth. The K-Cup holder and funnel, drip plate, drip tray and removable water reservoir (on the Elite, Special Edition, Platinum, and the OfficePRO Premier) are dishwasher safe. NOTE: the removable lid of the water reservoir is NOT dishwasher safe. The brewer should be de-scaled every 3-6 months. Use Dezcal Brewer Descaler or a undiluted white vinegar to descale the inside of your brewer. Click here for Elite, Special Edition, Platinum, and the OfficePRO Premier de-scaling instructions (same for all models).
What are the dimensions of the Keurig At Home brewers?

The Elite, Special Edition, and Platinum models are approximately 13" high, 10" wide, and 13.25" deep. The height increases to approximately 17" when open.
The Office Pro Premier is approximately 14.25” high, 10.5” wide, and 14.25” deep. The height increases to approximately 16.25” when open. If the brewer is set up as a plumbed unit the depth increases to 17.25” due to the filter and fittings, if the filter is not mounted to the back of the brewer the depth is 16.25”.

About our coffee, tea and chai products
Will you be offering other coffees, teas and chai? 
We are always looking to improve our K-cup and product selection. Visit our New Arrivals category for any new products we have added to the website. We also love to hear feedback from our customers; tell us what you like! Click here to make a suggestion!
Are your coffees and teas kosher certified? 
Most K-Cup® packs are Kosher Certified Pareve. The only exceptions are hot cocoa K-Cup® packs, which are certified Kosher-Dairy. When a hot cocoa K-Cup® packs is brewed in a Keurig brewer, the brewer converts from Kosher Pareve to Kosher-Dairy and any subsequent K-Cups brewed in this brewer would be classified Kosher-Dairy. If you want your Keurig brewer to remain Kosher Pareve, you'll need a second Keurig brewer for brewing hot cocoa K-Cup® packs. Using a second K-Cup holder will not keep the brewer Kosher Pareve.
Below are the specific organizations that pertain to our K-Cup® packs brands.
The abbreviations below found in "quotations" are the symbols we use to represent a Kosher product. These symbols can be found on the K-Cup® packs box and on the lid of the K-Cup® packs.
• "U" Orthodox Union pertains to: Caribou Coffee® K-Cup® packs, Donut House Collection™ K-Cup® packs, Green Mountain Coffee® K-Cup® packs, Newman's Own® Organics K-Cup® packs, Perfect Iced Tea K-Cup® packs, Revv™ K-Cup® packs, select Tully’s® K-Cup® packs, and Twinings® of London K-Cup® packs
• "KSA" Kosher Supervision of America pertains to: Coffee People® K-Cup® packs, Diedrich K-Cup® packs, Emeril’s® K-Cup® packs, Gloria Jean’s K-Cup® packs and Timothy’s Coffee® K-Cup® packs
• "K" Star-K pertains to: Celestial Seasonings® K-Cup® packs
• "MK" Jewish Community Council of Montreal pertains to: Bigelow K-Cup® packs
• "K" Va'ad HaRabanim pertains to: Tully's® K-Cup® packs
• "KOF-K" Kosher Supervision pertains to: Ghirardelli Packets
Café Escapes® K-Cup® packs and Revv™ K-Cup® packs and are not Kosher certified.
If you have additional questions please refer to the specific roasting partner directly for further information about Kosher certification.
Does the Keurig brewer make hot chocolate? 
Yes, you can make gourmet Hot Cocoa with your Keurig brewer! Big Cat is proud to partner with the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company to provide Big Cat customers with an "out of this world" premium cocoa experience! Ghirardelli has developed a packet specially formulated for Keurig brewers. You merely add the contents of the packet to your cup or mug, and then add 8 ounces of hot water from your Keurig brewer, stir with a spoon, and enjoy! Click here for more information about Ghirardelli hot cocoa!
Are K-Cups® recyclable? 
The challenge of protecting the freshness of roasted coffee while using environmentally friendly packaging is one that both Keurig®, Big Cat Coffees, Perk at Work and the coffee industry are committed to overcoming. We are very sensitive about the waste created by the K-Cups, and are investigating alternative materials. Finding a solution for this is a priority for us, and one we hope to have before long. For now, help us in recycling your used K-Cups with your local recycling center.
What does the "Best Used By" date mean? 
The Best-Used-by-Date is a guideline for optimal freshness recommended by the roaster. It is not an expiration date. The K-Cups are nitrogen-flushed, sealed for freshness, and impermeable to oxygen, moisture and light.
What if I get a k-cup and there is no name printed on the lid? 
Sometimes the roasters do not label the tops of the cups. Please check the side of the cup on the plastic. The name of the coffee is always embossed on the cup itself.
Why are the specialty products only available on Perk at Work and not Big Cat Coffees? 
Due to contractual agreement with Keurig and Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, we are only allowed to have the specialty items available on our commercial website, www.PerkAtWork.com. Please feel free to contact us directly at info@bigcatcoffees.com if you have any additional questions or inquiries about these specialty products!

Purr-fect Pack TM
How do I build my own Purr-fect Pack variety box? 
It's super-easy to mix and match your favorite K-Cup coffee and tea varieties:
1. Find a coffee or tea flavor that you want to add to your Purr-fect Pack.
2. Set your "Packaging" Option from the pull-down tab to "5-count Purr-fect Pack"
3. Select your "Quantity". Selecting "1" adds 5 K-cups of that flavor to your cart.
4. Click the "Add to Cart" button
When you've selected a full box of 25 K-cups, you can go to your Shopping Cart and click the "Checkout" button. It's that easy
How do I reorder the same Purr-fect Pack again next time? 
If you decide you want to reorder that same "mix" next time, simply click on the "Returning Customer Log-in" link at the top right of our site. Log in to your account and click on “view my purr-fect packs”. Then it will display all the the purr-fect packs you have ever created. Just click the add to cart button and continue shopping. Once all of the items you want to order are in your cart, click the checkout button and input your billing information. It’s that easy!
Can I add coffees and teas to my Purr-fect Pack? 
Yes, you can mix and match K-Cup coffees and teas in your Purr-fect Pack. However, only products with the "Add to Purr-fect Pack" option can be included in your Purr-fect Pack.

Commercial & Office Customers
Why can’t I purchase commercial brewers on the Big Cat Coffees website?

The main reason is that offices and commercial establishments have different needs than an at home consumer. High volume use, water conditions and improper brewer care can drastically reduce the life of a home brewer.
We also offer special services to our office/business coffee customers including:
-Commercial Equipment rental with no contract or commitment
-Brewers are commercial grade and include UL certification
-Emergency repairs and delivery within 24 hours
-Invoice option (30 day billing terms) with approved credit application
-Installation and technical support
-New Common Grounds FREE workplace delivery program
Perk at Work is one of the few Keurig licensed resellers in the United States that offers commercial coffee services. We are dedicated to being New England’s Premier Keurig Authorized Distributor.
Note: Big Cat Coffee CAN NOT SELL Keurig brewers, coffees, tea or chai products directly to commercial/office customers through this site. WE WILL sell all the products on our site to home-use customers. Commercial & office service are available from Keurig's Authorized Distributor network throughout the United States. For more information on our Commercial Services please call 1-866-242-4832 or visit us at
www.PerkAtWork.com.