Starbucks Caramel Macchiato by Nescafé Dolce Gusto

Starbucks Caramel Macchiato capsules for the Nescafé Dolce Gusto system are a product of a significant global coffee partnership. While the Starbucks brand originated in Seattle, Washington, USA, in 1971, this specific retail product line is part of a perpetual global license agreement formed in 2018.

Under this 'Global Coffee Alliance,' Nestlé has the rights to market Starbucks consumer packaged goods and foodservice coffee and tea products worldwide, outside of Starbucks coffee houses. These capsules are manufactured in various European facilities, most notably in the United Kingdom (Tutbury), to serve the European and international markets. The ownership of the brand remains with Starbucks Corporation, but the production and distribution for this specific product line are managed by the Swiss multinational Nestlé.