The world's largest coffeehouse chain is expanding to Miramichi.

Starbucks has confirmed plans to open a walk-in and drive-thru shop this summer in Douglastown, at the former Miramichi Leader office site.

The location will employ more than 25 people, and will feature the same product selection as other company operated stores.

The new shop is expected to open in September, and the company is currently hiring a store manager and assistant manager.

Starbucks currently operates 13 stores in the province, and worldwide the company operates around 34,000 locations in 80 countries.