Amidst Economic Turmoil and Climate Crisis, Are Coffee Scores Still Relevant?
Coffee brands are thinking critically about sourcing amid supply chain pressures—and looking beyond traditional cup scores in the process.
How Specialty Coffee Brands Are Keeping Up With Gen Z Consumers
Gen Zers’ unique coffee tastes and values are reshaping specialty coffee. Here’s how brands are adapting—without compromising their vision.
Specialty Coffee Is Now Mainstream. Is That a Good or Bad Thing?
Specialty coffee’s explosive growth has forced a reckoning between authenticity and scale. Some brands are proving they can honor core values while also reaching new markets.
How To Have the Best Booth at Any Coffee Festival in 2026
In 2026, roasters are keeping the festival energy flowing with interactive booths, diverse beverage lineups, and a backup plan when overcaffeination hits.
Superautomatic Espresso Machines Have Come Far in the Last Decade—Here’s How
Superautomatic espresso machines were once dismissed, but advances in the technology have helped them bring consistency and craft to cafes.
Coffee Is a Fruit: Why Cascara Is Key to a More Circular Coffee Industry
Only 1–5% of the original coffee cherry ends up in your cup—but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here’s how the coffee industry can move beyond the bean.
It’s Autumn, but Cold Coffee Is Here To Stay
This article is sponsored by our partner, UPOURIA. At June Coffee Roasters, cold beverages, from iced lattes to matchas, are menu mainstays. “I’d like to think our lineup has everything for everyone,” writes owner Jimmy…
Cascara Is Said To Reduce Waste and Improve Farmers’ Incomes. But Does It?
Upcycling cascara, the skin of the coffee fruit, can supposedly help coffee farmers reduce waste and make money. But successful cascara production requires strong local infrastructure—and a market that values circularity.
Here’s How Far Cannabis Beverages Have Come Since the CBD Coffee Craze
Coffee drinks made with CBD oil made a big splash circa 2018. Since then, the market for cannabis beverages has changed drastically, representing a shift in the way consumers approach alcohol, wellness, and leisure.
How To Create a Summer Drink Menu That Beats the Heat—and Rising Retail Costs
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.