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Roasters often feel misunderstood by their wholesale partners. Here’s what they wish you knew about what it’s like to run a roasting business.

Independent coffee shops often hang their hats on individuality. But recent research suggests social media and other cultural influences have created a monoculture aesthetic.

First there was the kombucha boom. Now, sparkling tea more broadly is poised to be the non-alcoholic beverage of the year.

Despite the damage from a recent earthquake, farmers in Colombia are more concerned about the potential impact of El Niño.

Unicorn Frappuccino? Not at these unionized Starbucks stores. Plus, Colombian coffee farmers recovering from the recent earthquake fear the impact of El Niño, and why do so many specialty coffee shops look the same?…

Fresh Cup is thrilled to announce Wholesale for Roasters. This hybrid, on-demand, and cohort course is designed to help coffee roasters master the fundamentals of wholesale, from pricing and sales to account management. The…

If you're going to private label, do it strategically.

Traditionally, doctors have advised people diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib) to avoid or minimize caffeine consumption. But this advice may be out of date. 

Last Monday, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia, killing hundreds and damaging coffee farms. The coffee community is stepping up: Here’s how you can help.

As drive-thru coffee chains expand across the country, Dutch Bros and 7 Brew have spotted an opportunity for some quick growth: acquiring stores from bankrupt drive-thru brands.