A Brief History of Coffee In Revolution

The stimulating effects of caffeine have done more than help people through long work days. All over the world, coffee has played a part in challenging the status quo.
by Valorie Clark | June 29, 2022

9 Tips on Negotiating Your Commercial Lease

Negotiating your commercial lease can be overwhelming and confusing: here are nine tips that'll guide you through the process.
by Jeff Granfield and Dale Willerton | June 28, 2022

Smooth Sippers v. Face Melters: Balancing Strength & Flavor in Cold Brew

The debate rages on: should cold brew taste balanced or melt your face off?
by RJ Joseph | June 27, 2022

Beyond Earl Grey: Tea Wisdom from Three AAPI-Owned Importers

The past decade has seen a newer crop of quality-minded tea importers and vendors: here are three you need to know.
by Mikey Rinaldo | June 24, 2022

Big Time Changes: Redefining Spot Coffee

Spot coffee—green, unroasted beans purchased from a warehouse—is often regarded as inferior. But is that really the case?
by Michelle Maisto | June 23, 2022

Nine Layered Steps to Make Large Events Safer for All

A two-part series examining how COVID-19 continues to spread at coffee events and what steps we can take to make spaces safer.
by RJ Joseph | June 22, 2022

Covid Case Study: What Happened at Specialty Coffee Expo?

A two-part series examining how COVID-19 continues to spread at coffee events and what steps we can take to make spaces safer.
by RJ Joseph | June 21, 2022

Triangulate Your Career: Should Baristas Consider Getting Q Grader Certification?

Is Q certification worth it for baristas to pursue? The answer depends on where you want to go in your career.
by Michael Butterworth | June 20, 2022

For The Love of Decaf: A Glimpse Into the Rise of Decaffeinated Specialty Coffee

People have consumed coffee for its stimulating effect since the beginning. Legend has it that Kaldi, a goat herder in Ethiopia, discovered coffee cherries when he noticed how energetic his goats were after eating…
by Anne Mercer | June 17, 2022

Haiti: A Story of Revolution and Inspiration at Origin

Haitian coffee producers continue to work tirelessly to improve the quality of their coffee production. Haiti’s story is one of revolution and inspiration.
by David & Gaïna Dávila | June 16, 2022