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Starbucks aims to taste burnt*. Espresso in Italy doesn't. Agree boutiques often have a flavor too far forward for espresso as you'd find it in Italy. * I re
by Terretta 4y ago
Starbucks aims to taste burnt*. Espresso in Italy doesn't. Agree boutiques often have a flavor too far forward for espresso as you'd find it in Italy.
* I read why somewhere a long time ago, can't find it.
- amanaplanacanal 4y agoI think the reason is volume. They have to buy so many beans that the individual flavors and quality are all over the map. They have to roast them very dark to get something like a consistent product.
- criddell 4y agoTraditionally, espresso in Italy varies significantly from the north to the south. Starbucks most popular roasts are to a level that was popular in Southern Italy. Starbucks does sell some lighter roasts and can do pour overs and press pots. Talk to the people working there. In my experience they are knowledgeable, care about the coffee, and are friendly (especially when they aren't crazy busy).