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Acquisitions (Impact on Shareholder’s Equity of Acquisition of Minority Interest Holder) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2012
Oct. 02, 2011
Oct. 03, 2010
Net earnings attributable to Starbucks $ 1,383.8 $ 1,245.7 $ 945.6
Decrease in additional-paid-in captial for purchase of interest in subsidiary   (35.5) (32.3)
Change from net earnings attributable to Starbucks and transfers to noncontrolling interest 1,383.8 1,217.7 918.8
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
     
Decrease in additional-paid-in captial for purchase of interest in subsidiary $ 0 $ (28.0) $ (26.8)