Do you go to Starbucks?

 


  • Origins: Starbucks was founded in 1971 in Seattle's Pike Place Market by Jerry Baldwin, Zev Siegl, and Gordon Bowker. Originally, they only sold coffee beans and equipment, not brewed coffee.

  • Name Origin: The name "Starbucks" was inspired by a character from Herman Melville's novel "Moby-Dick." The company's founders wanted a name that started with "St" because they thought it sounded powerful.

  • Logo Evolution: The famous Starbucks logo features a twin-tailed siren (or mermaid) from Greek mythology. The original logo was brown and featured a more detailed, somewhat risqué version of the siren. It has been simplified and refined over time to the current green and white design.

  • Howard Schultz: While not a founder, Howard Schultz is often associated with Starbucks' success. He joined in 1982 and later bought the company in 1987. He was inspired by Italian coffee culture and introduced the concept of the coffee house experience to Starbucks.

  • Global Presence: As of 2024, Starbucks has over 36,000 stores in more than 80 countries, making it the world's largest coffeehouse chain.

  • Drink Sizes: Starbucks is known for its unique size names:
    • Tall (12 oz)
    • Grande (16 oz)
    • Venti (20 oz hot/24 oz cold)
    • Trenta (31 oz, cold beverages only)
  • Secret Menu: While not officially recognized by Starbucks, there's a popular "secret menu" created by customers and baristas with unique drink combinations.

  • Employee Benefits: Starbucks was one of the first major companies to offer comprehensive benefits to part-time employees, including health insurance and stock options (called "Bean Stock").

  • Seasonal Drinks: The Pumpkin Spice Latte, introduced in 2003, has become a cultural phenomenon and signals the unofficial start of fall for many people.

  • Sustainability Efforts: The company has made commitments to environmental sustainability, including goals to reduce waste and water usage, and to source coffee ethically through their C.A.F.E. (Coffee and Farmer Equity) Practices program.


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