Starbucks Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans
Familiar with Starbucks Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans? What’s that? No? Well then, allow me to introduce you…
Having debuted in spring 2008, early reports were that Starbucks Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans are part of a unique collection of artisan-style chocolates, developed in cooperation with the Artisan Confections Company, a subsidiary of The Hershey Company.
Straightforward enough, but upon purchasing a box of these chocolate covered coffee beans, I quickly noticed that the manufacturer’s description on the box reads, “Manufactured for Artisan Confections Company, Berkeley, CA…under direct authority of Starbucks Coffee Company.”
I admit I’m thrown by the seeming discrepancy of the word “for” versus “by” in the manufacturer’s description. Who is actually making these chocolates? Is it merely a matter of semantics? Perhaps. Regardless, I have to admit that Starbucks Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans are outstanding.
Perfectly balanced between a creamy milk chocolate flavor and a hint of bitter coffee, these chocolate covered coffee beans are an epicurean delight.
Have questions or concerns about the caffeine content of these delicious gems? Yes, I wondered about that too.
I looked into it, but neither the product box or the Starbucks website addressed this concern. What I can tell you from reading the back of the box is that one serving of Starbucks Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans consist of 40 pieces (or 40 g), with each serving containing 190 calories, 110 of which are from fat.
At a loss of what to do with Starbucks Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans?
How about serving them as a snack alongside your daily coffee, setting some out with the desserts at your next dinner party, or trying them in a tempting cookie? In the end, whether enjoyed as a daily indulgence or served as an occasional treat, coffee fans and chocolate lovers alike will appreciate this product’s unique flavor and sweet, satisfying crunch.
Interested in learning more about this product and the rest of Starbucks artisan-chocolate line? Visit Starbucks for more information.
