Fresh Cup: Coffee Industry Stories and Insights

David Lalonde Issues Worldwide Initiative, Coffee For Palestine

Rabbit Hole Roasters’ David Lalonde has launched a worldwide fundraiser to raise money and awareness for the continued genocide of Gaza.
by Ashley Rodriguez | April 25, 2025

Latest Stories

Frameworks for Using AI in Coffee Shops with Melissa Villanueva of Brewpoint Coffee

On the latest episode of the Coffee Think Tank Podcast, Melissa Villanueva shares how she strategically uses AI tools while preserving the humanity of her business.
by Garrett Oden | April 24, 2025

72 Hours in Houston: Where To Go After-Hours During the 2025 Specialty Coffee Expo

The SCA Expo floor closes at 5—what parties and events to do after hours during the coffee industry’s biggest trade show.
by Garrett Oden | April 23, 2025

72 Hours in Houston: Must-Visit Coffee Shops During the 2025 Specialty Coffee Expo

What to see, sip, and do during the Specialty Coffee Expo in Houston, from staff favorites to community-sourced recommendations. 
by Garrett Oden | April 22, 2025

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Retail & Commerce

Coffee is the Most-Consumed Beverage in the US, Report Says

Coffee News Club: Week of April 21st

Bialetti, Inventor of the Iconic Moka Pot, Sold to Investment Firm

Can Darjeeling Tea Hope for a Climate-Resilient Future?

How Coffee Roasters Are Offering Formerly Incarcerated People a New Path Forward

Scientists Reveal How These Two Factors Can Improve Extraction

Industry Reports

Coffee News Club: Week of April 14th

Coffee prices rise in response to tariffs. Plus, how your pouring technique impacts flavor, and China’s coffee boom expands beyond the big cities.
by Fionn Pooler | April 14, 2025

U.S. Coffee Shops Raise Prices Amid Tariff Turmoil and Uncertainty

Tariffs will impact the coffee industry and companies scrambling to respond. One immediate consequence is that many U.S. coffee shops are raising prices.
by Fionn Pooler | April 14, 2025

Climate Change Hits India’s ‘Champagne of Teas’ Where It Hurts

Darjeeling, known for its eponymous black tea, is facing erratic weather patterns that have reduced yields and severely impacted quality.
by Sohel Sarkar | April 11, 2025

Resource Library

The Customer Remarketing Playbook for Coffee Shops

A practical playbook for coffee shops and roasters who want to turn customers into regulars.

The Coffee Shop Operations Micro-Guide

In this era of efficiency, mastering back-end operations for coffee shops is critical. Get this resource to protect your profits.

Coffee & Tea Articles

Here’s What Baristas Should Know About Filing Their Taxes

How To Design a Profitable Coffee Shop Subscription with Patrick and Krystal Burns of Palace Coffee Co.

Microphones May Detect Stones in Coffee Before They Destroy Your Grinder

Coffee News Club: Week of March 24th

Adverse Weather Responsible for Higher Coffee Prices, Lower Yields

The NCA Requests Coffee Be Exempt From Tariffs

Trending Articles

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Barflow Breakdown: Proud Mary Coffee

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