How will US-Canada tariffs reshape coffee trade in North America?
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Many Canadian roasters rely on US green coffee importers, so recent tariffs raise significant concerns, reshaping North American trade.
on Fri, 2AM
How will Trump's tariffs impact the global coffee industry?
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US President Donald Trump's tariffs have caused global market chaos, and the coffee industry has felt the impact.
on Apr 12
Should roasters offer mushroom coffee?
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With its market value projected to increase by over 54% by 2032, mushroom coffee is poised to be the next up-and-coming functional beverage.
on Apr 3
Coffee shops need to raise their prices, but by how much?
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As coffee prices continue to stay around US $4/lb, café operators are faced with the challenge of knowing how much to raise their prices.
on Mar 28
The functional coffee market is booming, but roasters still need to prioritise quality
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As the functional coffee market diversifies, it drives innovation, but roasters need to make sure that novelty doesn’t preside over quality.
on Mar 11
How high could coffee prices go – and how will the industry adapt?
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One question that prevails for many: How high could coffee prices go this year? Another record high is expected in the coming months.
on Mar 1
How much does coffee production really impact biodiversity?
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Coffee production and biodiversity are inherently linked, which means producers need support to safeguard local ecosystems.
on Feb 10
AeroPress: A revisited brew guide
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A string of new AeroPress products in recent years has changed how we use the brewer, revamping brew guides and creating new ones.
on Feb 4
What's the future for filter coffee?
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Automation will play a pivotal role in the future of filter coffee, but the industry will still hold on to the craft of manual brewing.
on Jan 21
Starbucks & the cortado: Why it won't revive its coffeehouse culture
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Adding the cortado to its core espresso drinks is only the beginning of Starbucks’ attempts to bring back its coffeehouse culture.
on Jan 17
Why specialty coffee shops will face more hurdles in 2025
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Big chains are well-positioned to navigate challenges, but specialty coffee shops will need to find new ways to differentiate
on Jan 10
What's the future for customer service and hospitality in coffee?
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Customer service is central to specialty coffee shops. But as the industry changes, it also brings about shifts in consumer preferences.
on Jan 6
How brewing with the AeroPress has evolved
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With its glass chamber, stainless steel filter cap, and aluminium plunger, the AeroPress Premiumis set to change the brewing experience.
on Dec 16
The C price is over US $3/lb – and market volatility won't slow down
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Coffee prices have been steadily climbing this year. On 14 November 2024 – shortly after the EU voted to delay its deforestation regulation – the C price jumped to a 13-year high. A week later, as uncertainty about the EUDR postponement prevailed and the USDA lowered its estimates for Brazil’s...
on Nov 29
Regenerative, permaculture, organic: What do these terms mean?
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Permaculture, organic, and regenerative farming are not new concepts, but they have recently become more prominent in consumer marketing.
on Nov 18
Are specialty coffee companies growing themselves out of business?
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As global specialty coffee consumption grows, roasters and other brands will need to find new, innovative ways to capture more market share.
on Nov 12
Stumptown turns 25: How has specialty coffee changed?
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As pioneering roaster Stumptown turns 25, it's important to reflect on how the company's growth mirrors the wider specialty coffee market.
on Nov 8
Prosumer espresso machines have raised the bar in specialty coffee
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Home espresso machines have made massive strides recently, and prosumers have undoubtedly driven this level of innovation.
on Oct 24
Why retaining value at origin through direct trade matters
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Many coffee roasters and exporters proudly adopt direct trade models, but retaining value at origin requires more than just marketing.
on Oct 18
Soil health & reg ag – the latest trend in third wave coffee?
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Regenerative agriculture and soil health are gaining traction in the coffee industry, but more needs to be done to measure these practices.
on Oct 17
When the C market settles, what will it mean for roasters?
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When the C price settles, coffee roasters will have to navigate a markedly different green coffee-buying landscape.
on Sep 21
The RTD coffee market is changing: What roasters need to know
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RTD coffee is only growing. If roasters want to find success in this market, keeping up with the latest trends and innovation is crucial.
on Sep 3
Is it always beneficial when coffee shops increase in big cities?
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Every coffee shop owner would welcome a bigger share of the market in a capital city. But for most consumers, more options is preferable.
on Aug 28
Coffee is a functional beverage: Why do we need to add ingredients?
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There’s clear demand for functional RTD products. But filter coffee also has a number of health benefits that we need to be aware of.
on Aug 8
Why Does Espresso Still Cost 1 Euro In Italy?
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According to some reports, espresso – after water – is the second most consumed beverage in Italy. Millions of cups of espresso are drunk daily across the country. In early 2020, The Consortium for the Safeguarding of Traditional Italian Espresso Coffee even filed a UNESCO application to...
on Jul 22
Coffee prices unlikely to fall soon: Roasters need to be adaptive
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Dealing with volatile prices is inevitable in the coffee industry, so roasters have to figure out the best ways to adapt and stay agile.
on Jul 19
Why grinder consistency is so important for perfect espresso
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Without a precise and dependable grinder, it’s near to impossible to extract delicious espresso in a timely manner for your customers.
on Jul 2
Specialty coffee has learned a lot from tea-drinking cultures
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As specialty coffee continues to evolve, tea cultures are sure to keep influencing trends, brewing techniques, and sensory experiences.
on Jul 1
A history of the espresso machine
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The espresso machine is an iconic part of coffee culture, but how did technology and design get to where they are today?
on Jun 26
New distribution tool: Why specialty coffee is obsessed with WDT
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Trends often come and go in specialty coffee, but espresso distribution tools are here to stay – and we're likely to see even more.
on Jun 9
More celebrity-coffee brands – but how much value do they add?
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Celebrity coffee partnerships will only continue, so it’s our responsibility to engage with the brands we feel add value to the sector.
on May 28
Is crema always necessary for excellent espresso?
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A thick layer of reddish-brown crema is an iconic part of espresso, but is it always necessary to make great coffee?
on Apr 24, 2024
Has defaulting to oat milk actually paid off for coffee shops?
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Given its incredible popularity, oat could become the default milk option in more coffee shops – but there's a lot to consider.
on Apr 23, 2024
How the coffee prosumer market is evolving
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As specialty coffee consumption grows, so too does the “prosumer” market – with home coffee equipment becoming even more advanced.
on Apr 17, 2024
Why more coffee producers are choosing to diversify their crops
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Crop diversification is not a new practice in the coffee industry – but with climate change and volatile prices, it's becoming more common.
on Apr 15, 2024
Decaf Typica wins US BrC: Specialty coffee is changing its opinion
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With a decaf Typica winning the 2024 US Brewers Cup, it's clear that specialty coffee is changing its opinion.
on Mar 31, 2024
How climate risk management and insurance can help producers
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Climate change is a very real threat for the coffee industry, but risk management and insurance are two ways to better protect producers.
on Mar 20, 2024
Specialty coffee could still learn more from winemaking
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The wine industry has had a huge impact on specialty coffee – but there is always more for the sector to learn.
on Mar 15, 2024
How different cup shapes affect the flavour of coffee
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Just like the wine industry, we are starting to understand more about how cup shape affects flavour perception of coffee.
on Mar 7, 2024
Pour over brewing is changing: What do coffee shops need to know?
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Just like anything in specialty coffee, pour over brewing is evolving – and coffee shops need to stay on top of these changes.
on Feb 21, 2024