Starbucks French Roast ground coffee

Starbucks French Roast is a hallmark dark roast coffee known for its intense, smoky flavor profile. While the Starbucks brand originated in Seattle, USA, in 1971, the production of their retail coffee products involves a sophisticated global supply chain. The beans are ethically sourced from various coffee-growing regions worldwide, primarily within the "Coffee Belt."

In 2018, Starbucks entered into a Global Coffee Alliance with Nestlé. Under this perpetual agreement, Nestlé holds the rights to market, sell, and distribute Starbucks consumer-packaged goods and food service products globally, outside of Starbucks coffee houses. This means that while the brand identity remains with Starbucks Corp, the manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of bags like this French Roast are managed by Nestlé, often utilizing their extensive network of roasting facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia.