Wayne Boatwright wrote:
>
> The last 3 times I went through the drive-thru to pick up my iced decaf
> Americano, they were handing out samples of "Starbuck's VIA Ready Brew". The
> description says "100% natural roasted coffee, microground to release its
> rich aroma and full flavor". I doubt that I'll try it since I don't drink
> caffeinated beverages or, FTM, hot beverages. Apparently it's being packaged
> as individual serving, long and slender flat packets. I never thought I'd
> see them making instant coffee. :-)

Yup, read about it he

http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=8697682

Also, debranding experiment rolled out in Seattle is destined for
Britain:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1214487

UK professor denounces Starbucks for destroying communities:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddr...ic-claims.html