My only consolation in buying Starbucks products is that they pay fair market prices for their beans. But beyond that, I can't see why any upstanding Austinite or serious coffee drinker would patronize this business. Their brew methods are limited, the coffee is weak, and they serve it in a paper cup, even if it's not ""to go!"" My advice? Buy local. Just about any other local dive can serve up a better cup of joe.
Pros: Fair Trade Coffee
Cons: Corporate
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