First created in 1975, this multi-region blend still serves as the foundation of our handcrafted espresso drinks in Starbucks stores around the world. The perfect melding of beans and roast reveals notes of rich molasses and a bold, caramelly sweetness—a flavor profile so incredible it’s never been changed. Delicious on its own or balanced with milk. We source 100% arabica beans when crafting our coffee. Each coffee bean requires a unique balance of temperature and time to reach its individual peak of aroma, acidity, body and flavor. The Starbucks Difference: What is the Starbucks difference? It's our commitment to create a long-term supply of high-quality, gourmet coffee and positively impact the lives and livelihoods of coffee farmers and their communities. Starbucks, in pursuit of premium quality coffee, harmoniously sources beans from more than 30 coffee-producing countries located within the "Coffee Belt." As a result, we have instituted our own set of comprehensive guidelines to help ensure the coffee we buy is ethically grown and responsibly traded. Nestlé uses Starbucks trademarks under license.