The Story of Caffe Verona: This is a coffee of one true love, and three names. We created it just for a Seattle restaurant in 1975, naming it Jake's Blend. And people loved it. So many, in fact, that we began hand scooping and blending it to order in our stores, where it was known as 80/20 Blend, for the recipe. The love was so strong we finally made it official, calling it Verona after the city that inspires so many. By any name, this is a thing of pure romance. Tasting Notes: Dark cocoa & caramelized sugar. Well-balanced and rich with a dark cocoa texture and a roasty sweetness. Try it with a piece of dark chocolate to bring out even more sweetness. The Starbucks Roast: Each coffee requires a slightly different roast to reach its peak of aroma, acidity, body and flavor. We classify our coffees in three roast profiles, so finding your favorite is easy.