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What inspired the name 'Starbucks'?
What inspired the name 'Starbucks'?
- A historical event
- A famous artist
- A novel about high sea coffee trade (correct)
- A local legend
What was the origin of Starbucks?
What was the origin of Starbucks?
Pikes Place (whole bean) - 1971, First cafe Latte in 1984
Who is Howard Schultz?
Who is Howard Schultz?
He was hired in 1982 and turned Starbucks into a coffeehouse.
Study Notes
Starbucks Name
- The name "Starbucks" draws inspiration from the novel Moby Dick, embodying themes of adventure and the high seas associated with coffee trade.
Starbucks Origin
- Established in 1971 at Pike Place Market, Seattle, originally focused on whole bean coffee sales.
- Introduced the first café latte in 1984, marking a significant innovation in the coffee beverage market.
Howard Schultz
- Joined the company in 1982, pivotal in transforming Starbucks from a mere coffee bean retailer into a prominent coffeehouse chain, emphasizing the café experience.
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