It’s Too Soon for Pumpkin Spice. Or Is It?

If the mention of pumpkin spice in August makes you feel protective of the summer months, you’re not alone. But that hasn’t stopped brands from pushing PSL season earlier each year.
by Ashley Rodriguez | August 16, 2024

In Central America, Women Coffee Producers Lead the Charge in Battling Climate Change

Four farmers in Central America tackle the realities of climate change head-on, challenging antiquated ideas about coffee and inspiring a wave of sustainable farming practices. 
by Malena Kruger | August 14, 2024

Coffee News Club: Week of August 12th

Read to see how long it'd take you to visit every Starbucks on Earth. This and more coffee news for the week of August 12th.
by Fionn Pooler | August 12, 2024

Five Places, Five Espresso Blends

Five roasters, five takes on espresso. Explore how some of the most popular roasters craft an espresso blend that is unforgettable and distinct. 
by Haley Greene | August 9, 2024

The Moral Complexities of Civet Coffee

Coffee collected from the droppings of civets is sought after by the rich and deplored by animal welfare advocates. Caught in the middle are the farmers who produce it.
by Fionn Pooler | August 7, 2024

Coffee News Club: Week of August 5th

Promotions make working conditions at Starbucks untenable, olive oil controversy, and testing the potential of robusta grown at high elevations—all the news is here!
by Fionn Pooler | August 5, 2024

Will You Be the Next Gold Medal Winner at Golden Bean The Americas?

The two-decade-old roasting competition comes to Houston, testing roasters across multiple categories to produce the best-tasting coffee.
by Ashley Rodriguez | August 2, 2024

The Coffee Marketing Pyramid

An excerpt from our forthcoming coffee shop handbook gives business owners everything you need to know about coffee marketing strategy.
by Garrett Oden | July 31, 2024

Coffee News Club: Week of July 29th

Tired? Try decaf. That and other contradictions in the coffee world: here's the news for the week of July 29th.
by Fionn Pooler | July 29, 2024

When Is the Right Time for Coffee Roasters to Rebrand?

A rebrand is more than just a new logo or color scheme. Timing it right can amplify a coffee brand's visibility and growth.
by Haley Greene | July 26, 2024