The Not-So-New Wave of Barista-Led Activism

Understanding why 2019 was dominated by barista activism—and what’s next.
by Mark Van Streefkerk | January 7, 2020

Five Minutes With: <br>Sam Schaefer

Schaefer restarts Mockingbird Coffee under a new name, Espy, and with a different structure and vision. We caught up with Schaefer to find out more.
by Fionn Pooler | December 31, 2019

2020 U.S. Coffee Championship Qualifiers

The U.S. Coffee Championship qualifiers will next venture to Nashville and Orange County where professionals from around the country will compete to represent the U.S. in the World Championships.
by Fresh Cup Staff | December 18, 2019

Drifting Away from Plastic

Brooklyn-based subscription coffee company, Driftaway Coffee, recently announced the launch of 100% compostable packaging and carbon-neutral shipping and operations.
by Fresh Cup Staff | December 18, 2019

The Barista League 2020

The Barista League has revealed its 2020 competition season, which will feature four events spread over three continents, as well as a brand-new membership program.
by Fresh Cup Staff | December 11, 2019

Understanding the Cost Crisis

For all we love about coffee, there is a growing awareness of an age-old undercurrent: a deceptive riptide that many are calling the “Cost Crisis,” whose forces are being felt more acutely during this…
by Michael Ryan | December 11, 2019

Remembering Alan Silverman

Alan Silverman, a titan of the hospitality industry, has passed away.
by Fresh Cup Staff | December 4, 2019

Oceana Coffee’s Cup of Kindness

Learn about Florida-based roasters Oceana Coffee’s Cup of Kindness program, which donates funds to a local charity every quarter.
by Fresh Cup Staff | November 27, 2019

COE Cupping of Winners

The Alliance for Coffee Excellence hosts its “Cupping The Number Ones” on Saturday, December 14, in Portland, Oregon.
by Fresh Cup Staff | November 27, 2019

World Tea Academy Awards Brian Keating Gratitude Scholarship

The World Tea Academy has awarded its inaugural Brian Keating Gratitude Scholarship to Elsa Carette.
by Fresh Cup Staff | November 27, 2019