Filed under: Starbucks Caves to the Masses by Amber Ambrose Oct 18, 2011, 12:14pm CDT Share this story Share this on Facebook Share this on Twitter Share All sharing options Share All sharing options for: Starbucks Caves to the Masses Pocket Flipboard Email Here comes Starbucks Blonde Roast, for the 42% of Americans who enjoy coffee that doesn't really taste like coffee (aka "a lighter roast"). The new brew debuts in January; head over to Eater National for details. [-EN-] More From Eater Houston Sign up for the newsletter Eater Houston Sign up for our newsletter. Thanks for signing up! Check your inbox for a welcome email. Email (required) By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. You can opt out at any time. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Subscribe The Latest Houston Bar Owner to Host Fundraiser and Philanthropic Efforts Spotlighting Abortion Rights Following Overturning of Roe v. Wade By Brittany Britto Garley Do You Want to Write for Eater Houston? By Brittany Britto Garley Houston’s Latin Restaurant Weeks Is Back With 70 Participating Restaurants By Brittany Britto Garley Houston Cocktail Bar Julep Wins National Recognition at the James Beard Awards 2022 By Brittany Britto Garley Margaritas Are Just the Beginning at This New Houston Tequila Bar By Brittany Britto Garley Insomnia Cookies Serves Up Ice Cream Sandwich Concoctions in Houston’s Rice Village By Brittany Britto Garley