Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. In addition to its Starbucks retail stores, the company produces a wide range of branded consumer products globally, including ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffees and premium ice creams.
Such is the case with the crown cap, the ubiquitous, indispensable style of bottle cap found on beer and soft drink bottles around the world, created in 1891 by William Painter. Born in Ireland in 1838, Painter, at the age of 20, immigrated to the United States in search of better opportunities.
Netflix's latest drama, The Crown, follows the lives of the British monarchy shortly after World War II. The first season begins just before the ascension of Queen Elizabeth II to the throne and ends in 1955. But before Elizabeth became Queen, it was her father, King George VI, who ruled after his brother, Edward VIII, abdicated the throne. There are many people who've played the role of the king throughout the years, but according to critics Jared Harris plays King George VI on The Crown as if he was born for the part. Harris has had a lot of different roles over the years but most people probably remember him best for his role as Lance Pryce on Mad Men, which even earned him an Emmy nomination.