Coffee News Club: Week of August 22nd

A bizarre new coffee brand by a restaurateur who claims to have never tasted coffee, the Memphis Seven are reinstated, and a brewer that breaks all the rules.
by Fionn Pooler | August 22, 2022

Keeping Track: Leveraging Blockchain Technology to Improve Coffee Price Transparency

As the coffee industry grows, blockchain technology is emerging as a way to ensure pricing transparency and trust between buyers and sellers.
by Vasileia Fanarioti | August 19, 2022

The Effect of Roast Profile on Body

Body is defined as a coffee’s weight, texture, and mouthfeel—and can be an access point for customers to connect with coffee.
by Rob Hoos | August 18, 2022

The Case For Sitting Behind The Bar

It’s time to throw out the ‘if you have time to lean, you have time to clean’ mentality and let baristas take a seat.
by RJ Joseph | August 17, 2022

Hundreds of Roasters to Face Off at the 2022 Golden Bean Competition

Now in its eighth year, The Golden Bean competition is one of the most highly-anticipated meeting grounds for artisan roasters on the continent.
by Fresh Cup Staff | August 16, 2022

Coffee News Club: Week of August 15th

Brazil’s harvest woes, Intelligentsia’s union win, and laser-extracted cold brew. Here's the news for the week of August 15th, 2022.
by Fionn Pooler | August 15, 2022

How Much You Should Really Spend on Rent?

Leasing commercial space requires careful planning to make your coffee shop a success. Here’s what you need to consider before you sign a lease.
by Haley Greene | August 12, 2022

Blocked By Bicarbonate: How Water Can Influence How You Roast Coffee

A lesson in the power of water.
by Phil Robertson | August 11, 2022

The Sustainability Dilemma of Nitro Cold Brew Coffee

More and more shops are installing nitro cold brew lines, but they can be challenging to operate and environmentally taxing. NitroBrew offers a solution that is efficient and sustainable.
by Ashe Samuels | August 10, 2022

One Style For All: Is Omni Roasting For You?

Do espresso and filter coffee really need different roast profiles?
by Michael Butterworth | August 9, 2022