Fresh Cup: Coffee Industry Stories and Insights

Surviving Coffee Price Chaos as a ‘Wartime CEO’ With Anne Djerai of Metropolis Coffee

On the new episode of Fresh Cup’s Coffee Think Tank Podcast, Metropolis Coffee CEO Anne Djerai discusses how coffee business owners can rethink profitability—and keep their cool—amidst rising coffee prices.
by Garrett Oden | April 2, 2025

Latest Stories

It Might Be Time to Fire Your Office Coffee

Depending on the type of machine your office has, your morning coffee may contain higher cholesterol-elevating substances than brewing it at home.
by Fionn Pooler | April 1, 2025

Coffee News Club: Week of March 31st

Click to find out what % of people put creamer in their coffee. Here’s a hint: it’s more than you think. That and more—here’s the news for the week of March 31st.
by Fionn Pooler | March 31, 2025

Gen Z is Drinking More Instant Coffee and Coffee Creamer

Instant coffee and creamers are trendy again—thanks to Gen Z.
by Fionn Pooler | March 31, 2025

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Retail & Commerce

Climate Change has Drastically Impacted Arabica—Researchers See Promise in Stenophylla

Behind the Headlines: Starbucks Popularized the Term ‘Third Place,’ But What Does It Mean in 2025?

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

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Industry Reports

Adverse Weather Responsible for Higher Coffee Prices, Lower Yields

A new report from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization shows how adverse weather conditions globally have reduced harvests and pushed the price of coffee upward.
by Fionn Pooler | March 24, 2025

The NCA Requests Coffee Be Exempt From Tariffs

The National Coffee Association president and CEO Bill Murray wrote to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to formally request the exemption.
by Fionn Pooler | March 24, 2025

New Product: Monin’s Matcha Green Tea Concentrate Eliminates the Whisk But Keeps the Flavor

Demand for matcha is skyrocketing. Enter Monin’s new Matcha Green Tea Concentrate, made with Japanese matcha powder and perfect for cafes looking to speed up service and help diversify their menus.
by Garrett Oden | March 21, 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

Why You Should Keep Your Eye on Cascara in 2025

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Coffee News Club: Week of February 24th

How Coffee and Artist Collaborations Create Community and Boost Business

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