Starbucks syrups are not 0 sugar, they are sugar-free syrups, made with sugar substitutes. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to commercially and ethically sourcing and roasting the world's highest-quality Arabica coffee.In 1971, Starbucks established its first store in Seattle's Pike Place Market and began operating a coffee bean business.In 1999, Starbucks opened its first store in Beijing, opening up the mainland China market. Since entering China in 1999, Starbucks has been committed to evolving into a company that makes a difference: caring for its partners while preserving the classic coffee culture and providing customers with a different kind of Starbucks experience.