Starbucks
Green Apron Blend

Roaster Location: Seattle, Washington

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  Theo Chan, Managing Editor

  1853 roasts rated, avg score of 4.31

  4.50 - Average

  4.00 - Aroma

  4.50 - Value

  4.50 - Finish

  4.50 - Flavor

  4.50 - Acidity

  4.50 - Balance

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  In the broad array of Starbucks coffee blends, the Green Apron Blend is a recent addition. I spotted it during a routine coffee run and decided to try it as a regular brew and an iced coffee. As a regular coffee drinker, I found this blend especially refreshing as an iced coffee.
  
  Green Apron Blend's marketing describes it as a blonde roast. However, this label doesn't tell the whole story. In reality, this coffee aligns more closely with the flavors associated with a light or light-medium roast. Unlike some Starbucks offerings, the Green Apron Blend doesn't have a strong bitter edge. Interestingly, it also lacks the high acidity often associated with lighter roasts. This results in a cleaner, more balanced drinking experience compared to other options like the Veranda Blend.
  
  When it comes to flavor notes, the Green Apron Blend has a unique combination. It presents a subtle hint of chocolate-orange flavor with a touch of clean acidity, almost devoid of any bitterness. This makes it a solid choice for everyday coffee, as a fitting replacement for a light blend or breakfast blend.
  
  Hot or cold, the blend has something to offer. When hot, it unveils a more chocolate-oriented flavor, but the iced version is where the blend truly excels. Chilling the Green Apron Blend accentuates its citrus notes, offering a refreshing twist to the usual coffee profile. In conclusion, Starbucks' Green Apron Blend, especially as an iced coffee, is worthwhile for those looking to explore a different facet of coffee flavors.

  Cupping Method:At Starbucks in Burlington, MA, both hot and iced

  Traits: brown sugar chocolate orange

  

  3 years ago · See more from Theo
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  Victoria S-C

  829 roasts rated, avg score of 4.34

  4.00 - Average

  4.00 - Value

  4.00 - Finish

  4.00 - Flavor

  4.50 - Acidity

  4.50 - Balance

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  Did a blind tasting and instantly knew this was Starbucks. Smooth, not bitter, light, too easy to drink. Proper acidity and nicely balanced.

  Cupping Method:Iced black

  3 years ago · See more from Victoria