From the Blue Mountains of Jamaica to Seattle

p>Coffee in barrels? You may have thought barrels are for wine and coffee always comes in burlap bags. But no – it turns out that world-famous Jamaica Blue Mountain® coffee also travels in wooden barrels, and we’re delighted to see some land in our cupping room.

Jamaica Blue Mountain® beans

Right from the moment we opened those barrels, we knew this coffee is something special. The beans are a beautiful, slightly blue-green color. In the cup, this coffee is balanced with soft sweet citrus notes and a classic creamy milk chocolate finish. To carry the Jamaica Blue Mountain® name, the coffee must be grown in one of the island’s Blue Mountain parishes at altitudes of up to 5,000 feet. It is processed under strict quality control guidelines set forth by the Jamaica Coffee Board.

Cupping Jamaica Blue Mountain®

We purchased a small number of barrels and are eager to share this coffee with you. Starting June 29, you can find it our stores with the Clover™ brewing system. It’s a great coffee to experience through this brewing system, because it captures all the subtle nuances. I also like being able to share it one cup at a time with those of you who are curious to taste something truly unusual at Starbucks.

Jamaica Blue Mountain® in the Clover® brewing system

We have offered this coffee only a few times before in our history, and my first experience with it was as a customer. Being part of the team that brought this coffee back to our stores has been an exciting adventure. Jamaica Blue Mountain® reminds me of catching up with an old friend – it’s someone you are immediately comfortable with, but there are some new and unique discoveries to find out. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to discover something really special.

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    • stkimmie
    • 9/13/2010 3:18 PM

    How do I find a store in my area that is serving/selling Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee?

    • faunny
    • 9/13/2010 8:16 PM

    I haven't had this in years ! As I remember, a delicious cup

    • KCCreedon
    • 10/21/2010 8:56 AM

    I can't find this any where. Does anyone know what Starbucks carry it and where to get a cup or even the whole beans? There is not much on the SB's website. I used to get JBM beans years ago at the Coffee Connection in Faneuil Hall. None of the Starbucks I have been too even know about it. Thanks for info you can provide.

      • pavla@cox.net
      • 7/14/2011 8:35 PM

      In reply to: KCCreedon

      Hello KCCreedom,
      Please search for Starbucks stores with Clover machine. I'm working at Starbucks Irvine (Culver and Irvine Blwd.) and we just started to offer this beautiful coffee by cup or as 1/2 lb packages.

    • admin admin
    • 10/26/2010 11:01 AM

    Sorry KCCreedon, but this wonderful coffee has come and gone from Starbucks. We only had it for a few weeks this summer before we sold out.

    • salvageangel
    • 11/29/2010 8:33 PM

    OMG, This is the best tasting coffee in the world, it is so smooth, where can I buy some....

      • theyac3
      • 12/29/2010 9:50 AM

      In reply to: salvageangel

      http://www.bluemountaincoffee.com/index.cfm?method=Products My friend's husband was actually a manager there when they lived in Hagley Gap. She brought me back some, WOW was it good.

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