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In 2024, the United States imported $2 billion worth of coffee from Brazil. That might soon change.

Following the victories of Charles Boyenval and Chatchalerm “Boss” Lertanekwattana, we speak with both champions to learn what their wins say about tradition, innovation, and coffee’s evolving global map.

This article is sponsored by our partner, Your Brand Cafe. Coffee shops produce significant waste: single-use plastics, to-go packaging, nonstop electricity and water consumption, cans, bottles, cardboard boxes, and so on. All of these items…

Young people find baristas intimidating. That’s what a survey from the home appliances maker Philips found.

Freeman Spogli & Co. nears $145M deal for Philz Coffee; common stock held by some employees would be canceled, making shares worthless.

Afraid of ordering from a barista? You’re not alone. Also: coffee’s possible tariff exemption, and a Philz buyout leaving some workers with nothing.

On July 29, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick hinted at the possibility that coffee may be exempt from tariffs. 

Espresso still leads, but non-caffeinated drinks are showing up in coffee shops more often. Here’s how two cafes are building intentional menus that meet customers where they are.

From strawberry matcha to citrus-led coffee mocktails, there are many ways for cafes to leverage seasonal trends into new revenue. Partnering with a premium ingredient supplier is a good first step.

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol made over $95 million in 2024, 6,666 times more than the average barista.