Starbucks is working with Japanese beverage maker and distributor Suntory Ltd. The “Discoveries” and “Doubleshot” lines are the company’s first forays into the ready-to-drink market outside North America, where it sells a line of bottled and canned coffee. It also underscores Starbucks’ determination to expand its presence in Asia by catering to local tastes. For instance, the new product comes in two variations—espresso and latte—that are less sweet than their U.S. counterparts, as the coffee maker developed them to suit Asian palates. Starbucks offi cials said they hope to establish their product as the premium chilled cup brand, which, at 210 yen ($1.87), will be priced at the upper end of the category.