Brew-tally expensive. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is getting roasted for being “out of touch” after defending the company’s $9 cup of coffee – insisting the steep price reflects a “premium experience” offered to customers.

If coffee isn't your thing, but you're still looking for some caffeine to get you through the day, give this Starbucks Frappuccino a try.

Starbucks' global same-store sales, which only includes cafes open at least a year, increased 6.2%, fueled by more visits to its locations.

Starbucks said Tuesday that customers are responding to improved service in its stores, which saw better-than-expected sales in the company’s fiscal second quarter.

The coffee purveyor just provided a caffeinated jolt to investors.

As Americans struggle with the the price of gas and groceries, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol made the case for a $9 cup of coffee. The post Starbucks CEO Defends $9 Coffee: ‘A Really Affordable Premium Experience’ first appeared on Mediaite.

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The stock has had a strong start to the year.