StarbucksThe 16-year plan is deadErik CarlsonMar 28, 2025∙ Paid1906820SharePhoto by S.Ratanak on UnsplashI recently received an email from Starbucks that said,Erik’s Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.SubscribeCan we get you a free refill? When you stay to enjoy your handcrafted or brewed drink in the café, refills of hot and iced brewed coff…Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Erik Carlson.Claim my free postOr purchase a paid subscription.