The story of Starbucks® House Blend Americano It's deceptively simple. A blend of fine Latin American beans roasted to a glistening, dark chestnut color. Loaded with flavour, balancing tastes of nut and cocoa, just a touch of sweetness from the roast. This coffee is our beginning, the very first blend we ever created for you back in 1971. A true reflection of us and a delicious cup of coffee, period. Aroma, body and flavour all in balance-with tastes of nuts and cocoa brought out by the roast.