Now Brewing: Starbucks Asian Dolce Latte

This month, Starbucks shares the joy by introducing us the other favourite latte with Asian taste, Asian Dolce Latte. Located in their newest outlet, the 143rd in Indonesia, at 1Park Residence Apartment, Gandaria, Starbucks not only share their newest beverage but also invite me and other coffee enthusiasts to explore the journey of coffee in a seminar entitled "Starbucks Coffee Perfection Seminar." The coffee expert of Starbucks, Mr. Mirza, tells us a story about how coffee come in our hand and it takes a long long journey after all. From growing the coffee beans, buying, roasting, to brewing by the baristas handed to our hand. The saddest thing is most of Indonesian coffee beans are still roasting outside our country and it becomes more expensive, yeah I believe you know it all.

Anyway, along with the coffee perfection seminar, Mr. Mirza also guided us in enjoying Sumatra coffee. This is one of the best coffees made by perfect fusion of coffee beans from several regions in Sumatra. A full bodied coffee with a strong and thick texture. Perfect for those who love black coffee. First sip I tasted a lil bit dark chocolate flavour, next sip I got a strong shot of black-bitter coffee with strong spices aroma. Fortunately, this Sumatra coffee is less acidity, so it’s perfect for your gastric.

Next, Starbucks introduces us the new Asian Dolce Latte, a double shot dark-roasted Starbucks Espresso Roast with a dolce sauce and steamed milk. This beverage can be made either hot or cold with the additional whipped cream and espresso dusting. Me love the cold version because it’s sweeter and milky, the dolce sauce and steamed milk become perfect fusion for everyone who love mild coffee flavour. In hot version, I can find double shot of espresso where I taste stronger and richer of Arabica coffee used. FYI, this newest beverage is available only in Asia Pacific and ready to brew in Indonesia from March 5 to April 22, 2013.

Cold Asian Dolce Latte

Hot Asian Dolce Latte

To company us enjoying the Sumatra and Asian Dolce Latte , we can choose several sweet indulgences such as Sumatra Éclair and Sumatra Mousse. Sumatra Mousse (25K) give me a good fusion of chocolate with a hint of Sumatra coffee and cream cheese although I prefer the cream cheese texture, moist and cheesy.

While, Sumatra Éclair (17K) is a puff pastry filled with chocolate truffle and hint of Sumatra coffee. Its filling is thick and sweet enough in the first munch and lil bit bitter after passing your throat. This is my first crush; I always pair this food every time I enjoy any Starbucks coffee.

For bigger portion, Half Double Decker Sandwich (35K) could be your perfect choice. It’s three layered toasted bread with omelette, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and smoked chicken inside. All ingredients made fresh and the bread is very moist and could be served either freeze or warm. It’s made me full by the way hehe…

As usual after the coffee tasting, we were allowed to choose the Starbucks lucky bag. Yay, and lucky me I found this lucky bag with super cute tumbler and mug hihi. Anyway, thanks for Starbucks and Mbak Natashia Jaya for inviting me to this event. It’s always fun chilling up while drinking a coffee.