CULTIVATE YOUR COFFEE CURIOSITY
At Starbucks, coffee is at the core of everything we do. There is something about that little coffee bean that draws us in and inspires us to learn more about the world of coffee.
VIDEO LIBRARY
Bring the sights and sounds from the world of coffee to life. Hear from Starbucks experts, follow the journey of a coffee bean from seed to cup and meet the many people who bring the coffee industry to life. Explore accompanying video discussion guides to take your knowledge deeper.
Experiencing Flavor in Coffee (3:40)
Meet coffee developer, Brittany Zeller, and explore various flavors found in coffee and how flavor shapes our coffee experience.
Experiencing Flavor in Coffee (3:40)
Meet coffee developer, Brittany Zeller, and explore various flavors found in coffee and how flavor shapes our coffee experience.
Sisters in Coffee (3:00)
Meet Ye Ping, the leader of Tianyu Coffee Cooperative in Yunnan, China and her community of female coffee farmers who empower the Wa women to take ownership of their careers and produce delicious coffee.
Sights & Sounds of Roasting (2:35)
Go on a journey through the roasting process.
Journey of the Bean: (2:42)
Meet the people and the work behind our coffees.
STARBUCKS COFFEE ACADEMY PODCASTS
At Starbucks, tasting and sharing coffee is a daily ritual. Grab your favorite headphones and follow along as you taste with Starbucks experts. In four simple steps—smell, slurp, locate and describe—you will learn the rich and complex flavors of our coffees and the stories that inspired them.
Developing Green Apron Blend
Starbucks Green Apron Blend was created by partners for partners. It is a coffee that represents our commitment to one another- from farmer, to partner, to consumer. Grab a cup of coffee and join Leslie Wolford, Starbucks senior coffee developer, as she shares stories behind Green Apron Blend and the process of developing coffees.
COFFEE TASTINGS
COFFEE TASTINGS
Developing Green Apron Blend
Starbucks Green Apron Blend was created by partners for partners. It is a coffee that represents our commitment to one another- from farmer, to partner, to consumer. Grab a cup of coffee and join Leslie Wolford, Starbucks senior coffee developer, as she shares stories behind Green Apron Blend and the process of developing coffees.
The Four Tasting Steps
Learn the four tasting steps—smell, slurp, locate and describe—to discover the rich and complex flavors in your cup. Follow along with your own cup of Starbucks Veranda Blend.
Brew Method Comparison
From Coffee Press and Pour-Over to Cold Brew and Iced Coffee, brew method influences the tasting characteristics of a coffee. Taste along with us by brewing Starbucks Siren’s Blend two (or more!) different ways.
Comparing and Contrasting Coffees
Struggling to find a description beyond “coffee-flavored”? Comparing and contrasting two coffees is a great way to distinguish the aroma, acidity, body and flavor of each. Follow along with Starbucks Blonde Espresso and Starbucks Espresso.
Starbucks Roast Categories
Through time, temperature, and artistry, Starbucks Master Roasters unlock the potential inside each coffee bean. Explore the three Starbucks roast categories with Starbucks Veranda Blend, Pike Place Roast, and Caffe Verona.
The Story of Siren’s Blend
Join Mary Mayorquin, coffee development, as she shares the story behind Starbucks Siren’s Blend, one of our newest blends. Brew up a cup of this versatile, treasured coffee and follow along as we taste together.
Coffee and Chocolate Pairings
Pairing coffee and chocolate is a great way to develop your palate. Join Sergio Alvarez, coffee development, as he pairs Starbucks Caffe Verona with dark and milk chocolate.
Espresso Roast: A Closer Look
Starbucks Espresso Roast has been the heart of our hand-crafted espresso beverages since 1974. Join Grab a cup of Starbucks Espresso Roast and taste along with Ann-Marie Kurtz as she shares the story of this timeless blend.
Coffee Talk: Aged Sumatra
Aged Sumatra coffee is a critical component in Starbucks blends, especially Christmas Blend. Join Andrew Linnemann, vp Starbucks global coffee, and Dave Olsen, the first leader of global coffee at Starbucks, as they share their knowledge and love for Aged Sumatra coffee. Learn the history of Aged Coffee, how the aging process works, and what makes the coffee so special.
ORIGIN MAPS
LATIN AMERICA
Galápagos
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
JAMAICA
Ecuador
Honduras
El Salvador
Nicaragua
PANAMA
BOLIVIA
PERU
MEXICO
BRAZIL
COSTA RICA
COLOMBIA
PUERTO RICO
GUATEMALA
AFRICA
Saint Helena
Malawi
Burundi
UGANDA
KENYA
ZAMBIA
ETHIOPIA
TANZANIA
RWANDA
Asia/Pacific
India
Java
LATIN AMERICA
Galápagos
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
JAMAICA
Ecuador
Honduras
El Salvador
Nicaragua
PANAMA
BOLIVIA
PERU
MEXICO
BRAZIL
COSTA RICA
COLOMBIA
PUERTO RICO
GUATEMALA
AFRICA
Saint Helena
Malawi
Burundi
UGANDA
KENYA
ZAMBIA
ETHIOPIA
TANZANIA
RWANDA
Asia/Pacific
India
Java
BREWING COFFEE AT HOME
Learn tips and tricks to get the most out of your brew with the Starbucks Coffee Academy brew guides.
Starbucks.com
The official website of Starbucks. Visit this site to learn more about our coffee, what’s going on in our coffeehouses, our position on social impact, Starbucks rewards, Starbucks stories and more.
Starbucks Stories
Starbucks Stories brings together three previously separate Starbucks storytelling platforms: Starbucks Channel, Starbucks News and 1912 Pike. You’ll find all your favorite stories from past years and, going forward, new stories reported and created by our team of multiplatform storytellers. You’ll see films, photos, written stories, information graphics, illustrations and maybe even some graphic-novel style stories.
Conservation International
For over 20 years, Conservation International has been on an amazing journey with Starbucks to help us source high-quality, premium arabica coffee with care. You can learn more about this work and other CI project and partnerships.
