worst coffee ever...

[javasaurus]

My doctor wants me to cut back on caffeine. Sigh.

So I've been drinking about half my coffee as decaf.

So guess what -- the Starbucks that I frequent no longer brew decaf after 12 noon. WTH?!? You'd think they'd sell more decaf after noon, since many people can't sleep if they have decaf later in the day.

They offered me a decaf Americano in its place, at the same price. For those that don't know, an Americano is a shot of espresso topped off with hot water -- usually very tasty, and usually a little more expensive than regular coffee. However, a venti should have two shots of espresso, not 1, and I think (based on taste) that they only used one shot. It tastes like really watery sludge rather than coffee, and certainly doesn't taste like an Americano.

Sigh.

Comments

[javasaurus.livejournal.com]

I've seen that Consumer Reports article, and I would agree that Starbucks coffee used to taste burned -- I've heard that Starbucks over-roasts their product to cover up the fact that it's actually stale. Certain coffees (Italian roast and French roast) are supposed to be darker roasts -- meaning they can taste burnt if not properly roasted.

However, a few months ago (after the article), Starbucks started serving "Pikes Peak" as their house blend, and it's much better. More flavor than 7-11 or McDonalds, but not the extreme bitterness that Starbucks used to have. Today I tried Starbucks' Casi Cielo, and I've very pleased with it. McDonalds still makes their coffee too hot (despite consumer complaints and lawsuits), and their prices have climbed dramatically since they changed to premium coffee.