Starbucks Coffee

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Starbucks Corporation is an American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery reserves headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As the world's largest coffeehouse chain, Starbucks is seen to be the main representation of the United States' second wave of coffee culture.

History[edit | edit source]

Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington, in 1971. As of early 2020, the company operates over 30,000 locations worldwide.

Products[edit | edit source]

Starbucks locations serve hot and cold drinks, whole-bean coffee, microground instant coffee, espresso, caffe latte, full- and loose-leaf teas including Teavana tea products, Evolution Fresh juices, Frappuccino beverages, La Boulange pastries, and snacks including items such as chips and crackers; some offerings (including their annual fall launch of the Pumpkin Spice Latte) are seasonal or specific to the locality of the store.

Business practices[edit | edit source]

Starbucks is known for its employee-friendly policies and ethical business practices, such as sourcing Fair Trade Certified coffee.

Criticism and controversy[edit | edit source]

Starbucks has been the subject of numerous controversies, including those related to its environmental impact, labor practices, and anti-competitive practices.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD