From whole roasted beans, tea, and espresso drinks to baked goods, blended beverages, and tumblers, the specialty coffee giant Starbucks offers it all to consumers around the world. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and caffeine, this nonfiction STEM title for young adults surveys the journey of the retail business from one-shop start-up to global industry leader. It covers Starbucks's products such as Caffè Lattes and Frappuccinos, company history, and key leaders, including Jerry Baldwin, Gordon Bowker, Zev Siegl, and Howard Schultz. Sidebars and a glossary support the main text, while a selected bibliography and websites encourage further topic research.
